MOFCOM Scholarship (CSC Program) 2027 (Fully Funded)

Funding
Full Funding
Level
Master's · PhD
Nationality
Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Brazil, Colombia, Dominica
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Duration
Master's: 3 Years · Ph.D: 4 Years
Offered by
Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China (MOFCOM) and China Scholarship Council (CSC)
Official scholarship page

The MOFCOM Scholarship-CSC Program was launched in 2015 by China’s Ministry of Commerce to support postgraduate education and cooperation with developing countries. Managed by the China Scholarship Council (CSC), it helps government officials, researchers, and senior managers develop skills in economic and social development, international cooperation, and public administration. The program offers English-taught master’s and PhD degrees at 26 designated Chinese universities. Applicants choose preferred universities, while CSC coordinates final placements.

MOFCOM Scholarship (CSC Program) Coverage

This government fully funded scholarship for international students covers the following:

  • Waiver of tuition and academic charges for course materials, research, and thesis supervision
  • University housing at no charge
  • Monthly allowance for living costs
  • A one-time payment to help with settling in
  • Health insurance
  • Flights to China at the start of the program and back home after graduation, with airfare for home visits where CSC rules allow

MOFCOM Scholarship (CSC Program) Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for MOFCOM Scholarship (CSC Program), you need to meet the following criteria:

  • Citizenship of an eligible developing country other than China
  • Under 45 years old
  • At least three years of professional experience
  • Previous degree (Bachelor's for Master's; Master's for PhD)
  • Division-level or higher government official, senior organizational or business manager, or established university or research institution academic
  • Relevant education or professional experience preferred
  • English proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 80 or above
  • Good physical and mental health, supported by a public hospital medical examination report
  • Compliance with the program's medical restrictions, including its pregnancy restriction
  • Potential for professional growth and commitment to cooperation between China and the home country
  • Not currently studying in China
  • Not already admitted to another Chinese Government scholarship program
  • Enrollment in an English-taught degree program
  • Approval and recommendation from the relevant home-country government authority and Chinese Embassy

For detailed requirements, refer to the official eligibility page .

Eligible degree levels

Master's — 3 Years PhD

Eligible programmes

Accounting, Aerospace Engineering, Agriculture, Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Arts, Astronomy, Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Business, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Commerce, Communications, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Construction Management, Cyber Security, Data Science, Dentistry, Design, Earth Science, Economics, Education, Electric Engineering, Electronics, Engineering, English, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Science, Film Studies, Finance, Food Studies, Forensic Science, Geography, Geology, Health Sciences, History, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, International Studies, Journalism, Language, Law, Life Sciences, Linguistics, Literature, Management, Materials Science, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Engineering, Medicine, Molecular Biology, Natural Science, Neuroscience, Nursing, Nutrition and Dietetics, Pharmacy, Philosophy, Physical Therapy, Physics, Physiology, Political Science, Psychology, Public Health, Public Policy, Religious Studies, Science, Social Science, Social Work, Sociology, Software Engineering, Statistics, Supply Chain Management, Theatre, Urban Planning, and Veterinary Sciences

Eligible nationalities

Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Brazil, Colombia, Dominica, Grenada, Indonesia, Iraq, Kenya, Lesotho, Maldives, Mali, Mauritius, Namibia, Nepal, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Samoa, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Thailand, Uganda, Uruguay, and Zimbabwe

Important Notice

Disclaimer

The Chinese embassy notice for Sierra Leone includes the list of eligible universities and majors in Appendix 2. The subject tags group those majors into broader fields.

The nationality filter includes countries with documented MOFCOM–CSC calls from different intakes, including calls for Pakistan and Uruguay. Ask your local Chinese embassy or nominating authority whether the CSC track is available for your country in the current intake. GPA rules, medical exams, documents, and deadlines can vary by country.

Recipients must pass a review each year to keep the award, and funding stops at the end of the approved study period.

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 MOFCOM Scholarship (CSC Program).

To apply for MOFCOM Scholarship (CSC Program), please follow these steps:

  1. Check where to apply
    Ask the Chinese embassy or nominating authority in your country when and how to apply. Secure any government approval or recommendation required for your application.
  2. Select your university preferences
    Find out which degrees and universities you can apply to through your local application authority, then record your preferences in the CSC system.
  3. Gather your paperwork
    Prepare your degree records, study plan or research proposal, CV, references, medical exam form, passport copy, and police clearance. Add proof of English proficiency if your program requires it.
  4. Complete the online form
    Use the program category and agency number specified in the official instructions. Upload your paperwork, send the form through the CSC system, and print a copy.
  5. Submit your file for endorsement
    Follow the local submission process. If you can apply directly to the embassy, include the required copies and your government’s approval or recommendation. The embassy’s Economic and Commercial Counsellor’s Office must endorse your application.

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

Application Deadlines

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

Important notice

Application deadlines vary

The application deadlines for MOFCOM Scholarship (CSC Program) vary. It’s important to review official guidelines on the official website or contact administrators for specific deadlines. Make sure to regularly check the MOFCOM Scholarship (CSC Program) page for the latest and most accurate information on application deadlines.

MOFCOM Scholarship (CSC Program) Recipients

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