Fuzhou University CSC Scholarship 2026 — Full Guide
Complete guide to applying for the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) at Fuzhou University in Fuzhou, Fujian.
Quick Overview
| Scholarship | Type A (Chinese Government Scholarship) |
| 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 | 10386 |
CSC Scholarship Benefits at Fuzhou University
The Chinese Government Scholarship at Fuzhou 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 Fuzhou 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
Fuzhou 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 Fuzhou 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 Fuzhou University:
Channel 1: Apply Directly to Fuzhou University (University Route)
- Contact a professor — email potential supervisors at Fuzhou 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 10386.
- 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 Fuzhou University — also apply through Fuzhou 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 Fuzhou 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 Fuzhou 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 (Fuzhou 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 Fuzhou University website and your country's embassy.
Tips for a Strong Application
- Fuzhou University is a 211 Project university with strong programs. Tailor your study plan to their specific departmental strengths.
- Getting a professor's acceptance letter is highly recommended and significantly boosts your chances.
- Highlight any publications, research experience, or academic awards — 211 universities value strong academic profiles.
- 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 Fuzhou University
Introduction
Fuzhou University (FZU; 福州大学) is a provincial public university in Fuzhou, Fujian, China. It is affiliated with the Province of Fujian. The university is part of Project 211 and the Double First-Class Construction.
The university has two campuses, split by the Min River. The university's old campus is located on the north bank of the river in the western part of Fuzhou City, while the new campus is located on the edge of the city on the south bank, at the base of Qi Mountain.
Administration
Founded in 1958, Fuzhou University is one of the national key universities that are selected into the "Double First Class University Plan" and former “211 Project”, Chinese government programs to support selected universities for their further rapid development.
Now Fuzhou University covers more than 333 hectares, including several campuses such as Yishan campus, Qishan campus, Tongpan campus and the Xiamen Arts and Design College. The main running campus is located in Qishan campus of the University Town of Fuzhou Region. There are 19 schools in Fuzhou University mainly for undergraduate education and two independently operated colleges—Zhicheng College and Yangguang College. There are 4 post-doctoral research stations, 9 doctoral degree programmes for the first-rank disciplines, 54 doctoral degree programmes for the second-rank disciplines, 29 master's degree programmes for the first-rank disciplines and 168 master's degree programmes for the second-rank disciplines and 11 professional degree authorization stations.
Fuzhou University has been approved by the Ministry of Education to offer undergraduate and postgraduate programmes to students from Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan regions and foreign countries. At present, there are about 50,000 students in Fuzhou University, including about over 5,200 doctoral and master's degree seekers. Since its establishment, about 200,000 students graduated from Fuzhou University, including full-time doctoral and master's degree students as well as those with the bachelor's degrees and associate degrees.
Fuzhou University has been taking great efforts to develop the cooperation and exchange. The international and national academic conferences have been conducted successfully in Fuzhou University so that the social academic influence from Fuzhou University has been enhanced. Academic exchanges on science, teaching and culture with Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macao regions have been actively carried out. The university is also positively engaged in promoting the exchanges between Chinese civilization and western civilization. “Library of the Western Belvedere”, the first western works center in China, and Institute of International Sinology have been established. The favorable collaborative relationship has been established with more than 20 universities in different countries, such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Russia, Japan, South Korea and so on. Fuzhou University has become an important window of scientific, academic, educational and cultural exchanges in Fujian Province.
Faculties and Schools
- Application Technology and Continuing Education Institute
- College of Architecture
- College of Biological Science and Engineering
- College of Chemistry
- College of Civil Engineering
- College of Electrical Engineering and Automation
- College of Engineering and Applied Technology
- College of Environment and Resources
- College of Foreign Languages
- College of Humanities and Social Sciences
- College of Materials Science and Engineering
- College of Mathematics and Computer Science
- College of Mechanical Engineering and Automation
- College of Physics and Information Engineering
- College of Marine
- College of Software
- College of Zijin Mining
- Law School
- School of Chemical Engineering
- School of Economics and Management
- School of Foreign Languages
- School of Marxism
- Xiamen Academy of Arts and Design
- Yango College
- Zhicheng College
Presidents
- Jia Jiumin: 1958–1978
- Huangfu Lin: 1978–1983
- Lu Jiaxi (Honorary President): 1981–2001
- Huang Jinling: 1983–1992
- Qian Kuangwu: 1992–1999
- Wei Kemei: 1999–2002
- Wu Minsheng: 2002–2010
- Fu Xianzhi: May 2010 – December 2023
- Wu Minghong: December 2023 – Present
Disclaimer: The university information above is sourced from Wikipedia and may not reflect the most current data. We recommend verifying details on the official Fuzhou University website.
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