The Peking University Overseas Scholarship 2026 is open for outstanding international students who have secured admission to or are currently enrolled in postgraduate programmes and wish to pursue part of their academic study or research abroad, including in Australia. This opportunity is offered under the broader Peking University Scholarship for International Students, which supports high-achieving candidates with financial awards that can be applied toward overseas study components when supported by the university and its partners.
The scholarship aims to promote global academic exchange and help students achieve academic excellence, leadership development, and international exposure. It aligns with Peking University’s commitment to fostering cross-border educational experiences and academic mobility.
SUMMARY:
- Scholarship Sponsor(s): Peking University, China
- Host Institution(s): Peking University, China
- Scholarship Worth: Funded
- Number of Awards: Several
- Study Level: Undergraduates & Postgraduates
- Nationality: International Students
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Program Overview
The Peking University Overseas Scholarship is part of the university’s international scholarship framework which provides financial support to international graduate students pursuing advanced study and research. While scholarships primarily fund full-time study at Peking University, eligible awards can also assist students approved to undertake study or research at partner institutions abroad — including in Australia — as part of their academic programme.
Eligible scholarship awards include full or partial funding, depending on the student’s academic credentials, research plan, and financial need, as assessed by the scholarship committee.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Peking University Overseas Scholarship:
- Applicants must meet Peking University’s international admission criteria for postgraduate study.
- Candidates must have successfully applied for a full-time self-funded graduate programme at the university.
- Applicants must not hold any other overlapping scholarship awards.
- Students in joint training programmes or candidates already funded by Chinese government scholarships may be subject to specific restrictions.
- Scholarship support for overseas study usually requires a host acceptance or nomination in the destination country and approval from relevant academic departments.
Scholarship Benefits
Award recipients may receive one of the following, based on the scholarship category and academic plan:
- Full tuition waiver for the period of study registered under Peking University.
- Monthly living stipend to assist with living costs.
- Medical insurance coverage for the duration of studies.
- Financial assistance toward study or research abroad, such as travel or overseas tuition — subject to university approval.
Scholarship duration generally corresponds to the length of the degree programme:
- Master’s degree: Typically 2–3 years.
- Doctoral degree: 4–5 years.
How to Apply
Interested students should take the following steps to apply for the Peking University Overseas Scholarship 2026:
- Apply for admission to a full-time postgraduate programme at Peking University via the official application portal.
- Complete the online scholarship application through Peking University’s International Student Service System (studyatpku.com).
- Upload academic transcripts, degree certificates, and other required supporting documents as requested.
- If applying for overseas study support (e.g., a period in Australia), secure relevant acceptance or nomination letters from the host institution and submit them as part of your academic plan.
- Submit the complete application before the scholarship deadline.
All applications are reviewed by the university scholarship committee, and only shortlisted candidates are contacted for further evaluation.
Application Documents
Typical documents required include (but are not limited to):
- Completed scholarship application form.
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates.
- Proof of admission or enrolment at Peking University.
- Study or research plan detailing objectives and intended overseas components (where applicable).
- Letters of recommendation.
- Proof of English language ability (if required).
- Any additional documents specified in the official application notice.
Application Deadline
The Peking University international scholarship application period typically runs in the first quarter of each year — the 2026 Peking University Overseas Scholarship is open until March 9.