Zhejiang University (ZJU), located in the dynamic city of Hangzhou, is one of China’s most prestigious and comprehensive research universities. With a legacy dating back to 1897, ZJU has earned global recognition for academic excellence, innovation, and a strong commitment to interdisciplinary research. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across diverse fields including engineering, medicine, agriculture, business, science, humanities, and the arts. As a member of the C9 League and a key participant in the “Double First-Class” initiative, ZJU is a leader in fostering talent and promoting international exchange.
For incoming undergraduate students, ZJU offers the Lead Scholarship for New Medical Bachelor and Bachelor of Surgery Program Students. This scholarship provides a monetary award of RMB 20,000 to support academically strong students enrolled in the university’s medical bachelor’s programs. The award aims to recognize excellence and encourage promising international students to begin their medical studies at ZJU.
Graduate students can apply for the University Scholarship for International Postgraduate Students, which offers full financial coverage. Benefits include a complete tuition waiver, free on-campus housing, a monthly stipend of CNY 2,000 for Ph.D. students and CNY 1,700 for master’s students, along with comprehensive medical insurance and a full benefit package. This scholarship supports high-achieving individuals pursuing advanced degrees in a wide range of disciplines.
ZJU students are also eligible for the Zhejiang Government Scholarship, an external award funded by the provincial government. This scholarship provides partial funding, with bachelor’s students receiving RMB 20,000 and master’s or doctoral students receiving RMB 30,000. It is intended to assist international students in covering tuition and related academic expenses during their time in Zhejiang.
Additionally, international applicants may consider the Chinese Government Scholarship, a nationally funded program that covers full tuition, accommodation, and medical insurance. It also provides a monthly stipend—CNY 2,500 for undergraduate students, CNY 3,000 for master’s students, and CNY 3,500 for Ph.D. students—making it one of the most comprehensive funding opportunities for international education in China.
You can find more university scholarships and external scholarships offered by Zhejiang University further down in this page!
