I. Introduction
The High-Level Graduate Program is part of the Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS), also known as China Scholarship Council (CSC) Scholarship. It is a full scholarship established by the Ministry of Education of China, in accordance with the principle of individual application, institutional recommendation, expert evaluation and merit-based admission, the program selects and enrolls international students with sound academic background, outstanding professional competence and promising development potential.
II. Coverage, Standard, and Duration
1. Scholarship Coverage: Tuition fees, living expenses, on-campus accommodation, and comprehensive medical insurance.
2. Living expenses standards:
Master’s student: RMB 3,000 per month
Ph.D. student: RMB 3,500 per month
3. Language of Instruction: Chinese (Mandarin)
4. The duration of the program is 3 years, and scholarship recipients are generally not permitted to change their major or this duration. Upon arrival in China, scholarship recipients will be subject to relevant regulations of the CGS.
III. Eligibility
1. Be a citizen of a country other than the People’s Republic of China, and be in good health both mentally and physically;
2. Have an excellent academic record;
Be a bachelor’s degree holder under the age of 35 when applying for master’s programs;
Be a master’s degree holder under the age of 40 when applying for Ph.D. programs;
Have achieved a minimum of HSK Level 5 proficiency;
3. Maintain a friendly attitude toward China, abide by laws and regulations, and have no criminal record;
4. Have passed the written and interview assessments organized by the relevant department of the TUFE.
IV. Procedures
Submit the application through both the TUFE International Student Service System and the CSC Study in China Administration Information System.
1. Submission through the TUFE International Student Service System
Register and log in to the TUFE International Student Service System at
https://tufe.at0086.cn/StuApplication/Login.aspx
Applicants shall complete the form as instructed and submit all required documents.
2. Submission through the CSC Study in China Administration Information System
Register and log in to the CSC Study in China Administration Information System at
https://studyinchina.csc.edu.cn/#/login
Applicants shall complete the form as instructed, upload all required documents to the CSC Study in China Administration Information System, and submit their application.
The Organization Code of TUFE: 10070
V. Materials (Please Refer to Attachment 2)
1. Application Form for Chinese Government Scholarship (Completed in Chinese or English)
2. Copy of Passport Home Page
If the current passport does not meet the validity requirement (it must be valid beyond September 2027), please apply for a new passport in a timely manner.
3. Notarized Certificate of Highest Academic Qualification
Graduating students shall provide official proof of enrollment or a pre-graduation certificate issued by their current university.
4. Academic Transcripts (From Undergraduate Studies Onward)
Copies of academic records from the first to last semester of the undergraduate, master’s programs (if any) shall be provided. These transcripts shall be issued and sealed by the attending university’s academic affairs office, graduate school, or student management department. Transcripts may be provided in Chinese or English. For transcripts in other languages, a notarized English translation is required.
5. Language Qualification Certificates: Applicants shall submit valid HSK results in accordance with the corresponding Chinese proficiency requirements.
6. Study Plan
A study plan (1,000 words or more) in Chinese or English is required. The plan should focus on the applicant’s academic background, research directions, and study or research plan. Applicants may also provide a brief statement outlining their motivation for studying in China and their understanding of the country and the university. The study plan must be written in either Chinese or English.
7. Letters of Recommendation: Two letters of recommendation from professors or associate professors are required. The letters should primarily address the applicant’s academic goals for studying in China, the cooperation or exchange between the Chinese universities or supervisors and the foreign supervisors, as well as an evaluation of the applicant’s overall abilities and future potential. The letters shall be written in Chinese or English only.
8. Copy of the Foreigner Physical Examination Form
(The original document shall be kept by the applicant. This form is issued by the Chinese quarantine authorities and shall be filled out in English.) Applicants shall strictly follow the examination items listed in the Foreigner Physical Examination Form. Forms with missing items, no photo attached, no seal across the photo, or lacking the signature and stamp of the doctor and hospital will be considered invalid. The physical examination result is valid for six months.
9. Certificate of No Criminal Record: Applicants shall provide a valid certificate of no criminal record issued by the local public security authorities. This certificate shall generally be dated within six months prior to the date of application. Certificates in languages other than Chinese or English shall be attached with notarized Chinese or English translations.
Graduating students shall submit a copy of their residence permit in China and a certificate of good standing from their current university.
10.Graduating students shall submit a copy of their residence permit in China and a certificate of good standing from their current university.
11. Other Supporting Documents (Award Certificates, Published Papers or Monographs, etc.)
Note: All documents uploaded to the system shall be clear, authentic, and valid. It is recommended that applicants use professional scanning equipment to scan the required documents. Applicants shall bear the consequences caused by unclear or unidentifiable uploaded materials.
VI. Preparatory Program
If the applicant’s Chinese language proficiency does not meet the required score of 180 points or above at HSK Level 5, an additional year of Chinese language preparation will be required. Applicants may only begin their major studies once they meet the required Chinese language proficiency level.
VII. Application Timeline
From November 1, 2026 to February 20, 2027, applicants can log in to the International Student Service Platform of Tianjin University of Finance and Economics (https://tufe.at0086.cn/student) to submit application materials;
From January 1, 2027 to February 20, 2027, applicants are required to log in to the CSC Scholarship Information System(https://studyinchina.csc.edu.cn/#/login) to submit application materials.
VIII. Admission and Notification
1. By the end of March 2027, the university will finalize the list of scholarship nominees and submit it to the CSC. The CSC will review the admission results and determine the final admission list;
2. By the end of July 2027, the Admission Notice and the Visa Application for Study in China (JW201 Form) will be issued to the admitted applicants.
IX. Notes
1. Incomplete, false, or invalid application materials, as well as applications for non-existent programs, will not be considered;
2. All application materials shall be completed in Chinese or English and uploaded to the CSC application website;
3. Applicants shall provide the diploma (or certificate of highest academic qualification) and academic transcripts with notarized Chinese or English translations;
4. Admission documents will be mailed to the permanent address provided in the application form. Please ensure the information is accurate and do not use a P.O. Box;
5. CGS application procedures and document templates can be downloaded from TUFE’s official website.
X. Contact
Office of Admissions, College of International Education, TUFE
Phone: +86-22-8818-6166
Email: tufe300222@163.com
Website: https://inter.tjufe.edu.cn/index.htm
Address: No. 25 Zhujiang Road, Hexi District, Tianjin, China
Postal Code: 300222
