Chinese Language Scholarship (Foundation Year)
Chinese Language Scholarship (Foundation Year): 50-100% of tuition, 49 universities. Check your eligibility with Foorsa.
What it covers
- 50%–100% tuition reduction for language year
- Priority admission to degree programs after completion
| Awarded by | Chinese Universities (via Foorsa) |
| Tuition covered | 50-100% |
| Monthly stipend | Language year $0 |
| Degree levels | Language year |
| Application window | March and September intake |
| Universities offering it | 49 |
Who can apply
Open to all students. No Chinese language requirement. Perfect for beginners who want to learn Chinese before starting a degree program.
How it compares
This is a partial award: it reduces the bill rather than clearing it, and 9 of the 12 scholarships Foorsa tracks are fully funded. It carries no monthly stipend, so budget for living costs separately. It is accepted at 49 universities, the 6th widest reach on the list. Open at Language year. Study is in Chinese, so plan for a language year first. Of the twelve, this is among the two least competitive to win with a well-prepared file.
Where you can use it
Universities taking this scholarship sit in 10 of the cities Foorsa covers:
Beijing · Shanghai · Hangzhou · Nanjing · Wuhan · Guangzhou · Chengdu · Changsha · Hefei · Xi'an
Frequently asked questions
What does the Chinese Language Scholarship (Foundation Year) cover?
Chinese Language Scholarship (Foundation Year): 50-100% of tuition, 49 universities. Check your eligibility with Foorsa. 50%–100% tuition reduction for language year; Priority admission to degree programs after completion.
Who is eligible for the Chinese Language Scholarship (Foundation Year)?
Open to all students. No Chinese language requirement. Perfect for beginners who want to learn Chinese before starting a degree program.
When do applications for the Chinese Language Scholarship (Foundation Year) open?
March and September intake
How many universities offer the Chinese Language Scholarship (Foundation Year)?
49 Chinese universities take part, including in Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou.
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