Confucius Institute Scholarship (CIS)
Confucius Institute Scholarship (CIS): 100% of tuition, $400+/month stipend, 150 universities. Applications March – May. Check your eligibility with Foorsa.
What it covers
- Full tuition waiver
- Monthly stipend ($400/month)
- Free accommodation
- Health insurance
| Awarded by | Center for Language Education and Cooperation (CLEC) |
| Tuition covered | 100% |
| Monthly stipend | Bachelor's $400 · Master's $400 · Language year $400 |
| Degree levels | Bachelor's, Master's, Language year |
| Application window | March – May |
| Universities offering it | 150 |
Who can apply
Must have HSK 3+ for language programs, HSK 4+ for degree programs. Must have studied at a Confucius Institute or passed HSK exam. Age 16–35.
How it compares
This is one of 9 fully funded awards among the 12 Foorsa tracks. The monthly stipend starts at $400, the 3rd highest of the twelve. It is accepted at 150 universities, the 3rd widest reach on the list. Open at Bachelor's, Master's and Language year. Study is in Chinese, so plan for a language year first. A well-prepared application stands a good chance — seven of the twelve sit in this band.
Where you can use it
Universities taking this scholarship sit in 9 of the cities Foorsa covers:
Beijing · Shanghai · Hangzhou · Nanjing · Wuhan · Guangzhou · Chengdu · Changsha · Xi'an
Frequently asked questions
What does the Confucius Institute Scholarship (CIS) cover?
Confucius Institute Scholarship (CIS): 100% of tuition, $400+/month stipend, 150 universities. Applications March – May. Check your eligibility with Foorsa. Full tuition waiver; Monthly stipend ($400/month); Free accommodation; Health insurance.
Who is eligible for the Confucius Institute Scholarship (CIS)?
Must have HSK 3+ for language programs, HSK 4+ for degree programs. Must have studied at a Confucius Institute or passed HSK exam. Age 16–35.
When do applications for the Confucius Institute Scholarship (CIS) open?
March – May
How many universities offer the Confucius Institute Scholarship (CIS)?
150 Chinese universities take part, including in Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou.
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