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Inner Mongolia Agricultural University CSC Scholarship 2026 — Full Guide

Complete guide to applying for the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) at Inner Mongolia Agricultural University in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia.

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 10129

CSC Scholarship Benefits at Inner Mongolia Agricultural University

The Chinese Government Scholarship at Inner Mongolia 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 Inner Mongolia 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

Inner Mongolia 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 Inner Mongolia 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 Inner Mongolia Agricultural University:

Channel 1: Apply Directly to Inner Mongolia Agricultural University (University Route)

  1. Contact a professor — email potential supervisors at Inner Mongolia Agricultural University 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 10129.
  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 Inner Mongolia Agricultural University — also apply through Inner Mongolia Agricultural University'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 Inner Mongolia 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 Inner Mongolia 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 (Inner Mongolia 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 Inner Mongolia Agricultural University website and your country's embassy.

Tips for a Strong Application

  1. Inner Mongolia Agricultural University 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 Inner Mongolia Agricultural University

Introduction

Agricultural school in Hohhot, China

Inner Mongolia Agricultural University (IMAU, Chinese: 内蒙古农业大学, Mongolian: ᠥᠪᠥᠷ ᠮᠣᠩᠭᠣᠯ ᠤᠨ ᠲᠠᠶᠢᠶᠠᠯᠠᠩ ᠤᠨ ᠶᠡᠬᠡ ᠰᠤᠷᠭᠠᠭᠤᠯᠢ) is a university in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia, China under the authority of the Autonomous Region government. It is in Hohhot, the capital city of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. It was established in 1952. There are over 100 undergraduate degree programs and postgraduate courses across a range of disciplines, including Agricultural, Engineering, Science, Art, Business, and Management.

History

IMAU was established in 1952, with the first president appointed by Chairman Mao Zedong.

Faculty

IMAU has a staff of 2,737, among whom 435 have doctoral degrees and 653 have master's degrees, 101 tutors of doctoral students. IMAU has one professorship from the Yangtze River Scholar Award Plan.

Campuses

There are three campuses — main campus in Hohhot, Salaqi branch campus, and Current Science Park. The campuses cover an area of 15,000 hectares, of which 10,000 acres are for teaching and researching. There are four school-standard stadiums. Library construction area is 3,000 square meters. The value of teaching instrument and equipment amounted to 412 million RMB.

Academics

Over the past 63 years, IMAU has initiated a multi-level management system. Its primary objective is focused on undergraduate studies. IMAU has been paying profound attention to postgraduate, higher vocational and adult educational programs.

IMAU is a multi-discipline university with eight fields of study: Agronomy, Science, Engineering, Economics, Management, Social Sciences and Education. IMAU has succeeded in cultivating more than 70,000 skilled talents in diverse fields of study.

Academic organisations

IMAU has 19 colleges including the College of Animal Science and Medicine, a Department for Physical Education and an Advanced Educational Research Center, two ministry-level key laboratories, one key laboratory of the State Bureau of Forestry, seven regional key laboratories, one state-level open field observation station, three regional engineering technology research centers, and one engineering research center supported by the Ministry of Education.

Academic departments (colleges)

  • College of Water Resources and Civil Engineering
  • College of Animal Science
  • College of Veterinary
  • College of Agronomy
  • College of Forestry
  • College of Ecology and Environmental Science
  • College of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
  • College of Economics and Management
  • College of Food Science and Engineering
  • College of Life Science
  • College of Material Science and Art Design
  • College of Humanity and Social Science
  • College of Foreign Languages
  • College of Science
  • College of Computer Science and Information Engineering
  • College of Energy and Transportation Engineering
  • College of International Education
  • College of Vocational Technology
  • College of Continuing Education

Discipline

There is one state-level key discipline, one key discipline of the Ministry of Agriculture, three key disciplines of the State Forestry Administration and 22 regional key disciplines. IMAU has six first-level and 33 second-level disciplines, which are authorized to grant doctorate degrees. IMAU has established three moving scientific research stations for post-doctorate research. It has 72 second-level disciplines that confer master degrees.

IMAU offers 58 undergraduate programs, 13 of which are offered in Mongolian and Chinese.

Bilingual (Chinese and English) undergraduate programs

  • Water Resources Engineering
  • Practaculture Science
  • Vehicle Engineering
  • Animal Quarantine
  • Horticulture
  • Computer Science and Technology
  • Software Engineering
  • Computer Network Engineering
  • Finance
  • Agronomy
  • Law
  • Economic Management for Agricultural and Forestry
  • Food Science and Engineering
  • Biotechnology
  • Bioscience
  • Furniture Design and International Trade
  • Wood Science and Engineering
  • Landscape Architecture

Achievement

IMAU has attained scientific-research achievements in 265 programs and won provincial "Technological Advancement" awards in 18 programs, seven of them first-class awards. These have provided extensive technological support and service for economic construction, ecology and natural-forest protection, reforesting cultivated land, prohibiting herding and encouraging yard-feeding - among other developments - in the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region.

The government of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region once awarded "Excellent collectivity that had made great contribution in developing our region through technological education" to IMAU.

International exchange and cooperation

IMAU has established broad academic ties with some 20 universities in United States, Canada, UK, France, Australia, Japan, Russia, the Republic of Mongolia, among others. IMAU has collaborative programs with foreign educational institutions. Outstanding achievements have been made in teaching, scientific research, cultural exchange and joint programs.

Disclaimer: The university information above is sourced from Wikipedia and may not reflect the most current data. We recommend verifying details on the official Inner Mongolia Agricultural University website.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CSC scholarship deadline for Inner Mongolia Agricultural University?
For the university channel (direct application to Inner Mongolia Agricultural University), 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 Inner Mongolia Agricultural University require an acceptance letter for CSC?
An acceptance letter is not always required for Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, 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 Inner Mongolia Agricultural University?
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 Hohhot.
Can I study in English at Inner Mongolia Agricultural University?
Yes, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University 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 Inner Mongolia Agricultural University?
The CSC agency number for Inner Mongolia Agricultural University is 10129. 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.