Shanghai Government Scholarship (SGS)
Shanghai Government Scholarship (SGS): 50-100% of tuition, $200+/month stipend, 38 universities. Check your eligibility with Foorsa.
What it covers
- Full or partial tuition waiver
- Living allowance for top students
| Awarded by | Shanghai Municipal Education Commission |
| Tuition covered | 50-100% |
| Monthly stipend | Bachelor's $200 · Master's $250 · PhD $350 |
| Degree levels | Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Language year |
| Application window | March – June |
| Universities offering it | 38 |
Who can apply
Must enroll in a Shanghai-based university. Categorized into A (full), B (tuition only), and C (partial) levels based on academic merit.
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. The monthly stipend starts at $200, the 8th highest of the twelve. It is accepted at 38 universities, the 10th widest reach on the list. Open at Bachelor's, Master's, PhD and Language year. Programmes are available in English, as they are for 10 of the 12. 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 1 of the cities Foorsa covers:
Frequently asked questions
What does the Shanghai Government Scholarship (SGS) cover?
Shanghai Government Scholarship (SGS): 50-100% of tuition, $200+/month stipend, 38 universities. Check your eligibility with Foorsa. Full or partial tuition waiver; Living allowance for top students.
Who is eligible for the Shanghai Government Scholarship (SGS)?
Must enroll in a Shanghai-based university. Categorized into A (full), B (tuition only), and C (partial) levels based on academic merit.
When do applications for the Shanghai Government Scholarship (SGS) open?
March – June
How many universities offer the Shanghai Government Scholarship (SGS)?
38 Chinese universities take part, including in Shanghai.
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