We are glad to tell you that applications are now open for the Shandong University Scholarships 2026 in China. The scholarships are fully funded, and applicants from all over the world are welcome to apply. There is no need to provide the IELTS/TOEFL for the applications. Scholarships are funded by the Chinese government.
Shandong University Scholarships are for the Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. programs. Shandong is among the leading Chinese universities. The national ranking of Shandong University is 16th. The scholarship will cover all of your expenses and a stipend every month. Courses will be taught in two (2) languages, English and Chinese.
It’s a good opportunity for an international student to pursue their studies in China on a fully funded scholarship. We encourage you to apply for the Shandong University Scholarships 2026. For more details and to apply, please read the complete article.
Duration
- For Bachelor’s: 4 years
- For Master: 2- 3 years
- For Ph.D.: 3-4 years
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About Shandong University Scholarships 2026
- Country: China
- Scholarship Program: Bachelors, Masters & Ph.D.
- Scholarship type: Fully Funded.
- No of Scholarships: 700
Available Programs
Here are the available courses for the scholarship; you can check them out in the official notice.
- Business
- Sciences
- Engineering
- Medical Fields
- Law
- Journalism
- Environmental Research.
- Politics
Scholarship Benefits
As mentioned above, Shandong University Scholarships are fully funded and will cover all expenses.
- Tuition Fees.
- The monthly stipend for the Bachelor’s students will be CNY 2500.
- The monthly stipend for the Master’s students will be CNY 3000 and CNY 35,00 for the Ph.D. students.
- Free Accommodation.
- Medical Facilities.
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Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens.
- You should have Good Physical Health.
- The age limit is 25, 35, and 40 years for bachelor’s, master’s, and Ph.D. programs, respectively.
- English Proficiency Letter.
- Work Experience will be preferable
- Good Academic record, because selection will be based on the academic record and your experiences.
- Never availed of any scholarship in China before.
- The ability of research.
Required Documents
- CV
- Your transcripts.
- 2 Recommendation Letter.
- Letter of Motivation
Deadline:
The last date to apply for the Shandong University Scholarships 2026 in China is mentioned at the official Website.
How To Apply!
- Firstly, you need to register yourself CSC Application portal.
- After logging in, you need to select Category B and enter the code of Shandong, which is 10422.
- Fill out the Application form with all required documents and download it.
- Secondly, you need to register yourself on the SDU Application Portal.
- Fill out this form as well, and download it.
- Sign the form and upload it again.
Shandong University Scholarship at a Glance
Besides Chinese Government (CSC) scholarships, Shandong University (SDU) runs its own Shandong University Scholarship for International Students. The facts below come from the official SDU international students website.
| Full scholarship | Tuition, living allowance, on-campus accommodation and comprehensive medical insurance |
| Partial scholarship | Tuition and comprehensive medical insurance |
| Duration | The length of your study programme, as stated in the admission letter |
| Age limits | Under 25 for bachelor’s, under 35 for master’s, under 40 for doctoral |
| English-taught programmes | IELTS 6.0+, TOEFL 80+ or equivalent; native speakers exempt |
| Chinese-taught programmes | HSK 4 (210+) for bachelor’s, HSK 5 (180+) for master’s, HSK 6 (180+) for doctoral |
| Where to apply | SDU Online Application System |
Tips for a Strong Application
- Check the age limit for your level before you start. Applicants above the limit are not eligible.
- If your last degree was taught fully in English, ask that institution for a signed and stamped letter. SDU accepts this instead of a test score.
- Upload a signed and scanned scholarship form. Postal applications are not needed.
- Submit complete and genuine documents. SDU rejects incomplete or false applications.
- Do not hold another Chinese government-funded scholarship at the same time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Shandong University scholarship fully funded?
The full scholarship covers tuition, accommodation, living allowance and insurance. The partial scholarship covers tuition and insurance only.
Can I lose the scholarship after I arrive?
Yes. You must register on time and pass an annual review. Failing the review can lead to suspension or cancellation.
When is the deadline?
In past cycles the deadline was in early March. Confirm the current date on the SDU official website.
Shandong University Scholarships Official Website
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