Northwest A&F University CSC Scholarship 2026 — Full Guide
Complete guide to applying for the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) at Northwest A&F University in Yangling, Shaanxi.
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 | 10712 |
CSC Scholarship Benefits at Northwest A&F University
The Chinese Government Scholarship at Northwest A&F 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 Northwest A&F 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
Northwest A&F 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 Northwest A&F 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 Northwest A&F University:
Channel 1: Apply Directly to Northwest A&F University (University Route)
- Contact a professor — email potential supervisors at Northwest A&F 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 10712.
- 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 Northwest A&F University — also apply through Northwest A&F 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 Northwest A&F 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 Northwest A&F 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 (Northwest A&F 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 Northwest A&F University website and your country's embassy.
Tips for a Strong Application
- Northwest A&F 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 Northwest A&F 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 Northwest A&F University
Introduction
Northwest A&F University (NWAFU; Chinese: 西北农林科技大学; lit. 'Northwestern Agricultural and Forestry Science and Technology University') is a national public university located in Yangling District, Xianyang, Shaanxi, China. It is affiliated with the Ministry of Education of China. The university is part of Project 211, Project 985, and the Double First-Class Construction.
History
The State Council agreed to merge 7 organizations as new Northwest A&F University in a reply to the proposal drafted by Ministry of Education and Shaanxi Province Government. A financial budget of 600,000,000 RMB was granted as start fund and further investment plan as well as related issue such as reshuffle were also briefly stated in this official reply. On 11 September 1999, a central government delegation led by Vice Premier Li Lanqing attended the opening ceremony and made the announcement.
List of presidents
President
- September 1999 – August 2003 Mr. Chen, Zongxing (陈宗兴)
- August 2003 – January 2011 Professor. Sun, Wuxue (孙武学)
- January 2011 – July 2017 Professor Sun, Qixin (孙其信)
- December 2017 - present Professor Wu, Pute (吴普特)
Communist Party Committee Secretary of A&F
- September 1999 – August 2003 Professor Sun, Wuxue (孙武学)
- August 2003 – May 2013 Professor. Zhang, Guangqiang (张光强)
- May 2013 – August 2015 Dr. Liang, Gui (梁桂)
- August 2015 – present Mr. Li, Xingwang (李兴旺)
Rankings and reputation
NWAFU is a member of "Project 985" club which is an organization of 39 reputable universities in China.
In 2017, Times Higher Education World University Rankings ranked the university within the 801-1000 band globally.
The overall global ranking of NWAFU by the U.S. News & World Report Best Global University Rankings 2025 is 288.
In 2025, Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) ranked the university at 201-300 globally.
Regarding scientific research output, the 2025 Nature Index Research Leaders placed NWAFU 230th in the world among leading academic institutions.
Subject Rankings
The university ranks as Top 3 research and teaching quality in China's agriculture universities.
Northwest A&F University's research achievements are dominant in the fields of agriculture biology including wheat breeding, entomology, agriculture resource management, horticulture, plant protection, food science (especially in Enology), forestry and veterinary. Besides, the university is also reputable in agricultural water conservancy, agriculture economics and management, agriculture mechanics and information engineering and ancient agricultural history research.
In 2025, the "Agricultural Science" subject was ranked 3rd globally by the U.S. News & World Report Best Global University Rankings and the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). Meanwhile, "Plant and Animal Science" was ranked 8th globally by the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU).
| Subject Rankings in the World Top 50 | U.S. News & World Report 2025 | ARWU 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Water Resources | 1 | 5 |
| Agricultural Sciences | 3 | 3 |
| Food Science & Technology | 9 | 8 |
| Veterinary Sciences | 12 | 8 |
| Biotechnology and Applied Microbiology | 13 | 27 |
Disclaimer: The university information above is sourced from Wikipedia and may not reflect the most current data. We recommend verifying details on the official Northwest A&F University website.
External Links
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