CAS-ANSO Scholarship 2027 (Fully Funded)

Funding
Full Funding
Level
Master's · PhD
Nationality
All Nationalities
Duration
Master's: 3 Years · Ph.D: 4 Years
Offered by
The Alliance of National and International Science Organizations for the Belt and Road Regions (ANSO)

The CAS-ANSO Scholarship is jointly offered by the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Alliance of International Science Organizations to provide opportunities for outstanding students from all over the world for pursuing master’s and doctoral programs in China. Emphasizing advancing scientific collaboration and capacity building, the program will gather talented researchers from developing countries to study at well-known Chinese institutions such as USTC and UCAS. This CAS-ANSO Scholarship fosters research relevant for sustainable development, science, and innovation; it seeks to cultivate the next generation of scientists and leaders who will help drive forward global progress and reinforce international cooperation in research and technology.

CAS-ANSO Scholarship Coverage

This non-profit organization fully funded scholarship for international students covers the following:

  • 100% of tuition fees
  • A monthly stipend of 3000 RMB for Master's and up to 7000 RMB for PhD students
  • Health insurance
  • Application fee waiver
  • Visa, travel, and residence permit allowance

CAS-ANSO Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for CAS-ANSO Scholarship, you need to meet the following criteria:

  • Proficient in either English or Chinese
  • Master’s applicants aged 30 years old or younger
  • PhD applicants aged 35 years old or younger
  • Meet the admission requirements for international students of USTC or UCAS

For detailed requirements, refer to the official eligibility page .

Eligible degree levels

Master's — 3 Years PhD

Eligible programmes

All subjects

Eligible nationalities

All nationalities

How to Apply

In this section, we'll provide a clear general overview of requirements and steps to guide you through the application process for CAS-ANSO Scholarship.

To apply for CAS-ANSO Scholarship, please follow these steps:

  1. Submit your application through the USTC or UCAS admission system
  2. Select “CAS-ANSO Scholarship” as your scholarship option in the application form

Important Note: The application procedures and required documents for CAS-ANSO Scholarship may vary depending on your degree, program, nationality and other factors. For specific details regarding the requirements, kindly visit the official website of CAS-ANSO Scholarship.

Application Deadlines

Now that you’re familiar with the application procedure, it’s time to know the application dates! Knowing the dates for CAS-ANSO Scholarship will help you prepare early and it will also give you the time you need to put together a competitive application.

Here are the application deadlines for CAS-ANSO Scholarship:

Degree Application deadline
Master's, PhD Opens:

CAS-ANSO Scholarship Eligible Institutions

The eligible institutions for CAS-ANSO Scholarship are listed below:

CAS-ANSO Scholarship Recipients

Meet students who have received CAS-ANSO Scholarship and learn how they secured their award.

1 Documented recipient
1 Nationality
1 Degree level
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Applicants Who Declined This Scholarship

Applicant and intended degree/programOffer from CAS-ANSO ScholarshipAlternative chosenReason described in the story
Md Rabbi Al Islam — MBA at University of Science and Technology of ChinaAn ANSO scholarship offer for the MBA.Chinese Government Scholarship for a master’s in Underwater Acoustic Engineering at Harbin Engineering UniversityHe considered the alternative to offer better opportunities and support.
Ushna — PhD study at University of Science and Technology of ChinaReported CNY 6,000–7,000 monthly, depending on a qualification test, for up to four years.HITEC/Helmholtz-funded PhD research at Forschungszentrum Jülich in Germany, with reported funding of EUR 3,569.53 per month.N/A

What CAS-ANSO Scholars Say

Advice and reflections from scholars about the CAS-ANSO application process and programme.

"Alliance of International Science Organizations (ANSO) Scholarship from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) for a Master of Business Administration (equivalent to the CSC Scholarship) and the Central South University (CSU) Scholarship for a Master's in Computer Science and Technology, which provided a monthly allowance of 2,500 RMB"

CAS-ANSO Scholarship Master’s in Underwater Acoustic Engineering

— Md Rabbi Al Islam

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"ANSO Scholarship includes a tuition waiver (30000 RMB/year), free on-campus accommodation/off-campus accommodation subsidy (8400 RMB/year), health insurance (800 RMB/year), and a monthly stipend of 3000 RMB."

CAS-ANSO Scholarship Integrated Master’s and Ph.D. in Computer Science

— Omer Tariq

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4 Comments

  1. Mandla Moyo July 26, 2026 at 7:32 pm - Reply

    I wish to study AI on fully funded scholarship. May I be assisted accordingly

    • Hyun Lee August 13, 2026 at 7:39 pm - Reply

      CAS–ANSO Scholarship covers AI-related master’s and PhD programs offered through USTC, UCAS, and participating CAS institutes. Check the scholarship page for the application procedure!

  2. Mahlet Wogu September 12, 2026 at 7:38 am - Reply

    Is there a program related to water management, agriculture, and water engineering regarding to irrigation agriculture?

    • Hyun Lee November 6, 2026 at 10:11 pm - Reply

      Hello, a relevant place to explore is the CAS Center for Agricultural Resources Research, which works on agricultural water management and water-saving technologies. Check its graduate opportunities through UCAS and confirm with a suitable supervisor whether your proposed irrigation research can be supported through CAS-ANSO for the current intake. Are you looking for a Master’s or PhD?

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