MOFCOM Scholarship 2026 (Fully Funded)

Are you considering furthering your education in China? Great news—applications are now open for the MOFCOM Scholarship 2026, a fully funded opportunity designed for international students seeking to pursue Master’s or Doctoral degrees in China.

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explain everything you need to know: the benefits of the scholarship, eligibility criteria, and how to successfully apply step-by-step.

🎓 What is the MOFCOM Scholarship?

The MOFCOM Scholarship is funded by the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China. Since 2008, this initiative has been supporting top-tier professionals from developing countries by offering advanced academic training in China.

The program is offered through selected top Chinese universities and includes two- to three-year Master’s programs and three-year Doctoral programs. Courses are delivered entirely in English and are tailored to professionals in fields like government, business, trade, education, agriculture, health, and technology.

🧾 Scholarship Details

• Degree Levels: Master’s, PhD
  
• Language of Instruction: English
  
• Program Duration:
  
  • Master’s: 2–3 years
    
  • PhD: 3 years
    
• Host Country: China
  
• Deadline: Varies by country

🏫 Participating Universities

The MOFCOM Scholarship is hosted at several prestigious Chinese universities, including but not limited to:

• Peking University
  
• Tsinghua University
  
• Renmin University of China
  
• Fudan University
  
• Zhejiang University
  
• Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  
• Wuhan University
  
• Nanjing University
  
• Huazhong University of Science and Technology
  
• Xi’an Jiaotong University
  
• Harbin Institute of Technology
  
• And many more…
  

💰 Scholarship Coverage

The MOFCOM Scholarship offers comprehensive financial support:

• Full Tuition Fees (including teaching materials, research costs, thesis guidance, etc.)
  
• Free On-Campus Accommodation
  
• Living Allowance:
  
  • 36,000 RMB/year for Master’s students
    
  • 42,000 RMB/year for PhD students
    
• Settlement Subsidy: 3,000 RMB per student
  
• Comprehensive Medical Insurance
  
• International Round-trip Airfare:
  
  • 1 round-trip for 1-year programs
    
  • For programs of two or more years: 1 round-trip ticket annually, plus a ticket home between school years
    

📌 Note:

• Scholarship recipients must pass an annual academic review to continue receiving funding.
  
• Funding does not extend beyond the standard program duration.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the MOFCOM Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be a non-Chinese citizen from a developing country
  
• Be under the age of 45 (born after September 1, 1980)
  
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher
  
• Have at least three years of work experience
  
• Be in good health, both mentally and physically
  
• Preferably be a government official, senior manager, or university/research faculty
  
• Be proficient in English (IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 80+ recommended)
  
• Have no history of studying under another Chinese government scholarship
  
• Have a relevant academic or professional background for the chosen program
  
• Be committed to strengthening cooperation between their home country and China
  

🚫 Not Eligible If:

• You are pregnant (pregnancy during study will lead to expulsion)
  
• You have serious health issues, including chronic diseases or infectious conditions
  
• You are recovering from recent major surgery or have severe disabilities
  
• You have previously studied in China with a government scholarship

📝 How to Apply for MOFCOM Scholarship 2026

Follow these steps to submit your application:

🔹 Step 1: Register on the Official CSC Portal

Go to https://www.campuschina.org
Click “Scholarship Application for Students”
Create an account and log in

🔹 Step 2: Complete Personal Details

Click “Edit Personal Details,” fill in your information, and save.

🔹 Step 3: Select Scholarship Type

Choose Program Category Type A (specifically for MOFCOM-CSC Scholarship applicants)

🔹 Step 4: Input the Agency Number

Use Agency Number: 00010

📌 Important: This number is essential and links your application directly to the MOFCOM-CSC Program. Applications with incorrect agency numbers will not be processed.

🔹 Step 5: Fill in Application Details

Provide:

• Language Proficiency
  
• Study Plan
  
• Supporting Documents (degree certificates, work experience, English scores, health certificate, etc.)
  

After uploading, submit your application.

🔹 Step 6: Review and Confirm

Check all information carefully. Once submitted, no edits can be made unless you withdraw and resubmit before the deadline.

🔹 Step 7: Print Your Application

Download and print the completed application form.

🔹 Step 8: Submit to Local Authority

Submit the application and required documents to the dispatching authority in your country (usually the Ministry of Education or Foreign Affairs).

🚨 Warning:
The China Scholarship Council does not work with agents or intermediaries. Submit only through official channels.

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🌐 Official Resources

🔗 MOFCOM Scholarship Info: campuschina.org
🎓 University Search Tool: List of CSC Universities