China Agricultural University CSC Scholarship 2026 — Full Guide
Complete guide to applying for the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) at China Agricultural University in Beijing, Beijing.
Quick Overview
| Scholarship | Type A (Chinese Government Scholarship — High-Level University) |
| Degree Levels | Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, General Scholar, Senior Scholar |
| Deadline | January – April 2026 (varies by channel) |
| Monthly Stipend | ¥2,500 (Bachelor's) · ¥3,000 (Master's) · ¥3,500 (PhD) |
| Language | English or Chinese (program-dependent) |
| Agency Number | 10019 |
CSC Scholarship Benefits at China Agricultural University
The Chinese Government Scholarship at China Agricultural University is fully funded and covers:
- Full tuition waiver — all academic fees covered
- On-campus accommodation — university dormitory provided free of charge
- Monthly stipend — ¥2,500 (Bachelor's), ¥3,000 (Master's), ¥3,500 (PhD)
- Comprehensive medical insurance — provided by the Chinese government
- Settlement allowance — one-time payment upon arrival
International travel costs are not included and must be arranged and paid by the student.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the CSC scholarship at China Agricultural University, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be a citizen of a country other than the People's Republic of China
- Be in good health and meet the physical examination requirements
- Bachelor's applicants: high school diploma, under 25 years old
- Master's applicants: bachelor's degree, under 35 years old
- PhD applicants: master's degree, under 40 years old
- Meet the language requirements of the chosen program (English proficiency or HSK for Chinese-taught programs)
- Not be receiving any other Chinese government scholarship at the time of application
Available Programs & Subjects
China Agricultural University offers a wide range of programs for international students across multiple faculties. For the most up-to-date list of programs accepting CSC scholarship students, visit the university's international admissions page or search for China Agricultural University on the CSC Study in China portal.
How to Apply — Step by Step
There are two main channels to apply for the CSC scholarship at China Agricultural University:
Channel 1: Apply Directly to China Agricultural University (University Route)
- Contact a professor — email potential supervisors at China Agricultural University with your CV and research interests. Securing an acceptance letter greatly improves your chances.
- Create your CSC account — register at campuschina.org and begin the online application. Use agency number 10019.
- Complete the CSC application form — fill in your personal details, education history, study plan, and preferred program.
- Upload and prepare documents — gather all required documents (see checklist below) and upload them to the CSC portal.
- Submit to China Agricultural University — also apply through China Agricultural University's own international admission portal if required.
- Wait for results — results are typically announced between June and August.
Channel 2: Apply Through Your Country's Embassy (Bilateral Route)
- Check your embassy's deadline — contact the Chinese embassy or your country's education ministry for the bilateral program deadline and requirements.
- Complete the CSC online application — same process as above at campuschina.org.
- Submit to your embassy — deliver printed application materials to the designated authority in your country.
- Embassy nominates candidates — your embassy shortlists and forwards applications to CSC.
Required Documents
Prepare the following documents for your CSC application to China Agricultural University:
- CSC Application Form (printed from campuschina.org)
- Highest degree diploma (notarized copy)
- Academic transcripts (notarized copy)
- Study plan or research proposal (minimum 800 words)
- Two recommendation letters from professors or associate professors
- Valid passport copy
- Foreigner Physical Examination Form (completed within 6 months)
- Language proficiency certificate — English: IELTS/TOEFL (or university attestation); Chinese: HSK certificate
- Acceptance letter or pre-admission letter from China Agricultural University (if available)
- Published papers or academic achievements (if applicable, especially for PhD)
- No Criminal Record certificate
All documents not in Chinese or English must be notarized translations.
Application Deadline
| Application Channel | Typical Deadline |
|---|---|
| University Direct (China Agricultural University) | February – April 2026 |
| Embassy / Bilateral Program | December 2025 – March 2026 (varies by country) |
| CSC Online System Closes | Usually end of April 2026 |
Always verify exact deadlines on the China Agricultural University website and your country's embassy.
Tips for a Strong Application
- China Agricultural University is a 985 Project university — competition is fierce. A strong research proposal and professor contact letter will set you apart.
- Secure a pre-admission or acceptance letter from a professor before applying. For 985 universities this is practically essential.
- Mention China Agricultural University's specific labs, research centers, or faculty members in your study plan to show genuine fit.
- Submit your application as early as possible. Late applications often face stricter review.
- Have all documents professionally translated and notarized well before the deadline.
About China Agricultural University
Introduction
China Agricultural University (CAU) is a public university in Haidian, Beijing, China. The university is affiliated with the Ministry of Education of China. It is part of Project 211, Project 985, and the Double First-Class Construction.
The university was formed in 1995 through the merger of the Beijing Agricultural University and the Beijing Agricultural Engineering University, which evolved from one of the earliest agriculture institutions in China founded in 1905.
As of December 2019, CAU offers 66 undergraduate majors and over 32 masters and 21 doctoral programs. There are around 12,000 undergraduate and 8,900 graduate students. Among them, 508 students are international. Its gymnasium hosted the wrestling events during the 2008 Summer Olympics.
History
The history of China Agricultural University can be traced back to 1905 when the College of Agriculture was founded in the former Imperial University of Peking. Beijing Agricultural University (BAU) was established in September 1949 through the merging of Peking University's College of Agriculture, Tsinghua University's College of Agriculture and North China University's College of Agriculture.
In 1954, BAU was listed by the State Council as one of the Top-Six National Key Universities as well as one of the Top-Ten Key Universities for further construction and improvement.
In October 1952, BAU's Department of Agricultural Machinery, North China College of Agricultural Machinery and Ministry of Agriculture's Central Agricultural Mechanization School merged to form the Beijing Mechanized Agricultural College, which was renamed Beijing Agricultural Mechanization Institute (BAMI) in July 1953. The BAMI was listed by the State Council in October 1960 as one of the 64 National Key Universities and then renamed again as Beijing Agricultural Engineering University (BAEU) in 1985.
In 1995, Beijing Agricultural University and Beijing Agricultural Engineering University merged as China Agricultural University (CAU). Since then, the university has become the top academic institution in China in terms of agricultural studies.
Rugby re-emerged in the PRC in 1990, with a club formed at Beijing Agricultural University. A professor there, Chao Xihuang, was introduced to the sport by a Japanese businessman, and set up a couple of sides.
Some of the earliest China-Israel bilateral cooperation occurred at CAU, in the form of the Sino-Israeli Agricultural Training Center.
Rankings and reputation
General Rankings
The China Agricultural University first appeared in the world's top 500 universities in the global university ranking in 2007.
As of 2025, the university was listed as one of the top 200 global universities in the World University Rankings.
Subject Rankings
Agricultural Science
The China Agricultural University is regarded as one of the world's top agricultural research institutions. CAU has been ranked in the top 5 Best Global Universities for "Agricultural Science" by the U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities Ranking since the ranking's inception in 2014.
As of 2024, China Agricultural University was ranked the best university in the world in "Agricultural Sciences" by the Performance Ranking of Scientific Papers for World Universities, the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), and the U.S. News & World Report Best Global University Ranking. The 2025 CWTS Leiden Ranking ranked CAU #1 in the world based on the number of their scientific publications belonging to the top 1%, top 5%, and top 10% in "life and earth science."
The QS World University Rankings listed CAU the first in Asia and Oceania region and 4th in the world in "Agriculture & Forestry".
Plant and Animal Science/ Veterinary Science
As of 2025, CAU ranked #1 in the world in "Plant and Animal Science" by the Performance Ranking of Scientific Papers for World Universities and the U.S. News & World Report Best Global University Ranking. It also ranked 2nd in "Veterinary Science" globally by the Academic Ranking of World Universities.
Food Science and Technology
As of 2025, CAU ranked #2 globally in "Food Science and Technology" by the U.S. News & World Report Best Global University Ranking and the Academic Ranking of World Universities, respectively.
Disclaimer: The university information above is sourced from Wikipedia and may not reflect the most current data. We recommend verifying details on the official China Agricultural University website.
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