2026 China Link Short-term Scientific Exchange Undergraduate & Postgraduate Scholarship by China Scholarship Council (CSC)

Location: China

Program: Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD

Eligibility: International Students

Duration: 1-12 months

Deadline: Rolling admission (all year round)

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The China Link Short-term Scientific Exchange Scholarship Program 2026 is a prestigious fully funded scholarship program administered by the China Scholarship Council (CSC) designed to deepen academic friendship and mutual understanding between Chinese and foreign young generations. The program aims to build a platform for exchange of scientific research young talents worldwide by supporting short-term study and research exchanges in China. This flexible program allows students and faculty from CSC’s partner universities to conduct research, participate in academic programs, or engage in scientific exchange at Chinese host universities for periods ranging from one to twelve months.

The China Link Scholarship provides comprehensive financial support including full tuition waiver, free on-campus accommodation, comprehensive medical insurance, and monthly stipends. The program offers two categories: General Scholars (for current undergraduates or graduates) and Senior Scholars (for current PhD candidates or faculty members), accommodating diverse academic levels and research needs. With its rolling admission process and partnerships with universities worldwide, the program facilitates international academic collaboration, knowledge exchange, and the development of long-term research relationships between Chinese and foreign institutions.

Benefits of the Scholarship

This scholarship provides comprehensive support including:

Full tuition waiver at Chinese host university.
Free on-campus accommodation throughout stay in China.
Comprehensive medical insurance coverage.
Monthly stipend of CNY 3,000 per month for general scholars
Monthly stipend of CNY 3,500 per month for senior scholars
Access to Chinese host university facilities and resources.
Platform for international academic collaboration and networking.
Opportunity to conduct research at prestigious Chinese universities.
Cultural immersion and Chinese language exposure.
Building long-term research partnerships between institutions.
Other benefits

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Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:

Be a citizen of a country other than the People’s Republic of China.
Be in good health both mentally and physically.
For General Scholars: Be under 45 years of age.
For Senior Scholars: Be under 50 years of age.
Be registered as full-time student OR employed as full-time academic staff at a CSC foreign partner university by time of application and throughout proposed stay in China.
Your home university must be on the CSC Foreign University Partner List.
Have obtained admission qualification from a Chinese host university for the next intake.
Plan to study/conduct research in fields other than Chinese language study.
Start program no later than August 31, 2026.

Note: Kindly check the official website for full and complete requirements

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Selection Criteria

The China Link Scholarship selection process evaluates candidates based on academic standing, institutional affiliation, and research plans. Applicants must be currently enrolled as full-time students (undergraduates, graduates, or PhD candidates) or employed as full-time academic staff at CSC’s foreign partner universities, ensuring institutional endorsement. Age requirements are enforced: under 45 for general scholars and under 50 for senior scholars. Admission qualification from a Chinese host university is mandatory before applying for the scholarship, demonstrating acceptance by the receiving institution. The proposed research or study plan should be relevant, feasible, and beneficial for academic exchange between institutions. Health status must be satisfactory for both mental and physical well-being.