East China University of Science and Technology CSC Scholarship 2026 — Full Guide

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Complete guide to applying for the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) at East China University of Science and Technology in Shanghai, Shanghai.

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	10251

CSC Scholarship Benefits at East China University of Science and Technology

The Chinese Government Scholarship at East China University of Science and Technology 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 East China University of Science and Technology, 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

East China University of Science and Technology 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 East China University of Science and Technology 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 East China University of Science and Technology:

Channel 1: Apply Directly to East China University of Science and Technology (University Route)

Contact a professor — email potential supervisors at East China University of Science and Technology 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 10251.
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 East China University of Science and Technology — also apply through East China University of Science and Technology'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 East China University of Science and Technology:

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 East China University of Science and Technology (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 (East China University of Science and Technology)	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 East China University of Science and Technology website and your country's embassy.

Tips for a Strong Application

East China University of Science and Technology 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 East China University of Science and Technology

Introduction

Public university in Shanghai, China

The East China University of Science and Technology (ECUST; Chinese: 华东理工大学; pinyin: Huádōng Lǐgōng Dàxué) is a public university located in Shanghai, China. It is affiliated with the Ministry of Education. The university is part of Project 211 and the Double First-Class Construction.

Established in 1952 as East China Institute of Chemical Technology, it has evolved from an institution with a strong focus on chemical engineering into a university that covers a wide range of academic disciplines.

History

Founded in 1952 with chemistry faculty inherited from Jiaotong University, Aurora University, Utopia University, Soochow University, and Jiangnan University.

Xuhui Campus

The main campus is located on Meilong Road in Xuhui District, in the southwest of downtown Shanghai and 17 kilometers from Hongqiao Airport, with an area of approximately 415,000 m² and 21 dorms capable of accommodating 15,000 students. Most of the departments are easily reached from the Front Gate, behind which Pandeng Road directly leads to the Main Building. Out of the built-up space, classrooms take up 56,000 m² and laboratories 118,000 m². The campus houses the administrative offices of the university, Master's as well as PhD students, international exchange and language students, and is home to most of the research facilities.

The Middle School Affiliated To ECUST (华东理工大学附属中学), was established in 1992 and is located in the south of Xuhui District, not far from the main campus. It is attended by 1,200 middle and high school students.

Academics

General

It has a strong tradition of working with industries. The university is now developing into a multi-disciplinary higher educational institution with a balanced curriculum of science, engineering, economics, management, law, humanities and arts spread across 15 academic schools. It is one of Double First Class University Plan, former Project 211 and 985 experiment universities.

The university offers 13 first level and 81 second level doctoral programs, 25 first level and 147 second level master programs and 65 undergraduate programs. The total number of full-time students has reached around 24,140, including 15,460 undergraduates, 7,110 postgraduates studying for master's degrees and 1,570 Ph.D. candidates.

Since 2007 the university has operated an exchange programme with the Technical University of Applied Sciences Lübeck in Germany. ECUST also operates a joint programme with L'École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie in Rennes and a joint business school with Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu in Romania.

Disciplines

Seven majors are distinguished as national key disciplines, those include:

Chemical Engineering
Chemical Technology
Biochemical Engineering
Applied Chemistry
Industrial Catalysis
Chemical Process Equipment
Control Theory and Control Engineering
Material Science

Essential Science Indicators (ESI) Subject Ranking

ECUST has six disciplines, including chemistry, materials science, engineering, biochemistry and biology, agricultural science, and pharmacology and toxicology ranked among the global top 1% by the Essential Science Indicators (ESI) subject ranking, and specifically, its chemistry program is ranked among the global top 1‰. According to 2016 Nature Index data, ECUST is the world's top 34th academic institution in chemistry (based on weighted fractional count from January to December 2016).

Schools

The university departments are organized in 15 academic schools.

International Cooperation

Long-term academic relationships have been established with more than 60 universities, enterprises, and research institutes all over the world. The following degrees are offered jointly with partner universities:

MBA Program with the University of Canberra, Australia
International Business Program with Wollongong University, Australia
Chemical Engineering and Technology Program with Fachhochschule Lübeck, Germany
Project Management Program with the University of Management and Technology, United States

Library and University Press

Library

The Library of East China University of Science and Technology (ECUST) was established in 1952 and is placed under direct auspice of the Ministry of Education of People's Republic of China. Starting with the collections of the different departments that initially made up the foundation of the college, it has developed into a research library for multiple disciplines ranging from chemistry and chemical engineering to natural sciences, engineering, management and liberal arts.

The library system of ECUST encompasses three branches among the major campuses. The library in Xuhui, built in 1987, houses most of the book collections, while the new nine-story library in Fengxian marks the center of the new campus and is geared towards undergraduate students. Together, they cover a floor space of almost 46,000 m² and offer 3,500 seats in the reading rooms. Electronic resources are abundant, with databases shared among several university library systems and access to academic journals. In total, more than 2,600,000 books and publications are available. The university maintains subscriptions for over 2,000 foreign journals in print and over 30,000 in digital form. There is also a library in its Jinshan Campus, storing many books with a low usage.

The library is a member of the Shanghai Library system and one of its main nodes where inter-library loan is possible. It plays an active part in the theory and practice of teaching literature search that have been set up at ECUST. In 2004, with the introduction of a master's degree in Information science, this role was further strengthened. Also on offer are services to students and the wider public, including, but not limited to, a language training center and the provision of teaching material in foreign languages, a center for the distribution of cultural resources and book consulting services both in-person and online.

University Press

The East China University of Technology University Press, founded in 1986, focuses on publications in the technical and social sciences as well as foreign languages and elementary education.

Campus scenery

Greensward, Xuhui Campus
Greensward, Xuhui Campus
Outdoor stadium, Xuhui campus
Outdoor stadium, Xuhui campus
Xingzhi Road, Xuhui Campus
South Gate, Xuhui Campus
River scenery on Xuhui Campus
University Library on Fengxian Campus
Endeavour Wall on Xuhui Campus
Stadium of Xuhui Campus
Greensward of Xuhui Campus
Main Building on Xuhui Campus

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CSC scholarship deadline for East China University of Science and Technology?

For the university channel (direct application to East China University of Science and Technology), 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 East China University of Science and Technology require an acceptance letter for CSC?

An acceptance letter is strongly recommended for East China University of Science and Technology. Contact potential supervisors early — having faculty support significantly strengthens your application.

What is the monthly stipend at East China University of Science and Technology?

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 Shanghai.

Can I study in English at East China University of Science and Technology?

Yes, East China University of Science and Technology 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 East China University of Science and Technology?

The CSC agency number for East China University of Science and Technology is 10251. 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.