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Henan University of Chinese Medicine CSC Scholarship 2026 — Full Guide

Complete guide to applying for the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) at Henan University of Chinese Medicine in Zhengzhou, Henan.

Quick Overview

Scholarship Type B (Chinese University Program)
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 10471

CSC Scholarship Benefits at Henan University of Chinese Medicine

The Chinese Government Scholarship at Henan University of Chinese Medicine 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 Henan University of Chinese Medicine, 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

Henan University of Chinese Medicine 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 Henan University of Chinese Medicine 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 Henan University of Chinese Medicine:

Channel 1: Apply Directly to Henan University of Chinese Medicine (University Route)

  1. Contact a professor — email potential supervisors at Henan University of Chinese Medicine with your CV and research interests. Securing an acceptance letter greatly improves your chances.
  2. Create your CSC account — register at campuschina.org and begin the online application. Use agency number 10471.
  3. Complete the CSC application form — fill in your personal details, education history, study plan, and preferred program.
  4. Upload and prepare documents — gather all required documents (see checklist below) and upload them to the CSC portal.
  5. Submit to Henan University of Chinese Medicine — also apply through Henan University of Chinese Medicine's own international admission portal if required.
  6. Wait for results — results are typically announced between June and August.

Channel 2: Apply Through Your Country's Embassy (Bilateral Route)

  1. Check your embassy's deadline — contact the Chinese embassy or your country's education ministry for the bilateral program deadline and requirements.
  2. Complete the CSC online application — same process as above at campuschina.org.
  3. Submit to your embassy — deliver printed application materials to the designated authority in your country.
  4. Embassy nominates candidates — your embassy shortlists and forwards applications to CSC.

Required Documents

Prepare the following documents for your CSC application to Henan University of Chinese Medicine:

  • 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 Henan University of Chinese Medicine (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 (Henan University of Chinese Medicine) 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 Henan University of Chinese Medicine website and your country's embassy.

Tips for a Strong Application

  1. Henan University of Chinese Medicine can be an excellent strategic choice with lower competition than top-tier universities.
  2. A well-written study plan matters even more at less competitive universities — show clear motivation and research direction.
  3. Contact professors directly through the university website. Smaller universities often have more responsive faculty.
  4. Submit your application as early as possible. Late applications often face stricter review.
  5. Have all documents professionally translated and notarized well before the deadline.

About Henan University of Chinese Medicine

Introduction

Public Medical School in Henan, China

Henan University of Chinese Medicine (Chinese: 河南中医药大学; pinyin: Hénán Zhōngyīyào Dàxué) is a public university in Zhengzhou, Henan, China.

History

One of the earliest of its kind in China, Henan University of Chinese Medicine was established in 1958. It was authorized by the State Academic Council to confer bachelor's and master's degrees, and to collaborate with other universities or colleges in enrolling doctorate students. It was approved by the Ministry of Education to enroll international students as well as students from Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan.

Academics

The university offers bachelor's degrees in medicine, management, engineering science, and arts with 14 specialties as Chinese medicine, herbology, pharmaceutical engineering, acupuncture and tuina, integrated Chinese-Western medicine, and public management. It also offers master's degrees in 21 specialties, including Chinese internal medicine, Chinese pediatrics, herbal prescriptions, herbology, acupuncture and Tuina are the key programs of Henan Province.

The university faculty includes 15 doctoral tutors, 94 professors, 425 associate professors, 714 lecturers on campus, and 16 state-nominated and 10 province-nominated distinguished specialists.

There are over 10,000 students including over 150 international students.

Facilities

A lecture hall at the university.
Herbs and other plants in a specimen room at the university.

It has 20 laboratories and three hospitals besides a central lab, an herbal plantation for quality control, a pharmaceutical factory, and specimen rooms. Institutions have been established in this university in the studies of Zhang Zhong-jing's theories, AIDS, hepatic diseases, gerontology, splenic and gastric diseases, pediatrics, rheumatoid arthritis, and ophthalmology.

The library has a collection of over 500,000 volumes and over 2,000 periodicals from home and abroad.

Disclaimer: The university information above is sourced from Wikipedia and may not reflect the most current data. We recommend verifying details on the official Henan University of Chinese Medicine website.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CSC scholarship deadline for Henan University of Chinese Medicine?
For the university channel (direct application to Henan University of Chinese Medicine), the deadline is typically between January and April 2026 — check the university's international admissions page for the exact date. For the embassy/bilateral channel, contact your country's Chinese embassy or education ministry, as deadlines vary by country (usually December–April).
Does Henan University of Chinese Medicine require an acceptance letter for CSC?
An acceptance letter is not always required for Henan University of Chinese Medicine, but it can strengthen your application considerably. Reach out to potential supervisors via email or the university's admission portal.
What is the monthly stipend at Henan University of Chinese Medicine?
CSC stipends are standard across all universities: Bachelor's students receive ¥2,500/month, Master's students ¥3,000/month, and PhD students ¥3,500/month. The stipend covers living expenses in Zhengzhou.
Can I study in English at Henan University of Chinese Medicine?
Yes, Henan University of Chinese Medicine offers English-taught programs at the Master's and PhD levels. Some Bachelor's programs may also be available in English. Check the university's international student portal for the full list of English-medium programs.
What is the agency number for Henan University of Chinese Medicine?
The CSC agency number for Henan University of Chinese Medicine is 10471. You will need this number when filling out the CSC online application form.

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Rankings sourced from Shanghai Ranking — BCUR 2025. University descriptions sourced from Wikipedia where available.