Soochow, China – Soochow University, one of China’s top 30 universities, has opened applications for its fully-funded graduate scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year.
The scholarships, offered under the Chinese Government’s “High-Level Graduate Students” Scholarship Program (CSC Type B) and the Soochow University International Students Scholarship, aim to attract outstanding international students for master’s and doctoral programs.
Scholarship Benefits
Both scholarship programs provide comprehensive financial support, including:
- Full tuition coverage
- Free accommodation
- Monthly living stipends in accordance with Chinese Government Scholarship standards
- Comprehensive medical insurance for the duration of the program
These benefits are designed to enable international students to focus on their academic pursuits while studying at the university, located in the historic city of Suzhou, China.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be non-Chinese citizens in good health
- Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent for master’s programs, or a master’s degree or equivalent for doctoral programs
- Be under the age of 35 for master’s applicants and under 40 for doctoral candidates
- Not currently hold any other scholarships from the Chinese Government or Soochow University (excluding one-time awards)
Application Requirements
To be considered for admission and scholarships, applicants must submit the following:
- A copy of their passport
- Notarized copies of diplomas and academic transcripts
- Proof of language proficiency
- Two recommendation letters from professors or associate professors
- A detailed study plan (1,000 words minimum for master’s applicants; a signed proposal for doctoral candidates)
- A health certificate and non-criminal record report
- Financial guarantee documents showing at least $5,000 in savings or income
Applications must be completed through the Soochow University International Student Service System at https://suda.17gz.org. Applicants for the CSC scholarship must also apply through the China Scholarship Council system.
Key Deadlines
The university has outlined the following deadlines for applications:
- CSC “High-Level Graduate Students” Scholarship: Open until February 28, 2025, with results announced in late May 2025.
- Soochow University International Students Scholarship: Open until April 15, 2025, with results announced by May 30, 2025.
- Self-Sponsored Applications: Open until June 15, 2025, with results announced by June 30, 2025.
Application Guidance
Soochow University advises all applicants to ensure their documents are accurate, complete, and clearly legible. Discrepancies or invalid documents discovered during security checks upon enrollment may result in expulsion.
For further information or assistance, interested candidates are encouraged to contact the university’s International Students Affairs Office.
Soochow University’s fully-funded scholarship programs represent a valuable opportunity for international students to pursue advanced academic goals in a globally recognized institution.
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