Study in China: Shanghai Government Scholarships 2026/2027 [Fully Funded]

Applications are now open for the Shanghai Government Scholarship (SGS) 2026/2027, a prestigious fully funded award established by the Shanghai Municipal People’s Government to attract outstanding international students to study in Shanghai, China.

The scholarship supports undergraduate, master’s, doctoral, and non-degree programs at leading universities in Shanghai. It aims to promote international education exchange and strengthen global academic cooperation.

SUMMARY:

• Scholarship Sponsor(s): Shanghai Government
• Host Institution(s): Top Shanghai Universities
• Scholarship Type:  Fully Funded
• Scholarship Worth: Not specified
• Study Level:  Undergraduate, Masters and PhD
• Nationality: International students

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Program Overview

The Shanghai Government Scholarship is hosted by top universities located in Shanghai, including:

• Fudan University
• Shanghai Jiao Tong University
• Tongji University
• East China Normal University
• University of Shanghai for Science and Technology
• Shanghai University
• Shanghai International Studies University
• Shanghai University of Finance and Economics
• Donghua University
• East China University of Science and Technology
• Shanghai Normal University
• Shanghai Maritime University
• Shanghai Ocean University

The scholarship is divided into two categories:

• Type A (Fully Funded)
• Type B (Partial Scholarship)

Funding duration corresponds to the standard length of the selected academic program (Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral, or Non-degree).

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Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Shanghai Government Scholarship 2026/2027, applicants must:

• Be a non-Chinese citizen in good health.
• Meet the academic and age requirements for the chosen program:
  • Undergraduate: Under 25 years
  • Master’s: Under 35 years
  • Doctoral: Under 40 years
• Meet the language requirements of the selected program (HSK for Chinese-taught programs or IELTS/TOEFL for English-taught programs).
• Not be a recipient of another Chinese government scholarship at the same time.

Each university may set additional admission criteria.

Scholarship Benefits

Type A – Fully Funded Scholarship

The fully funded category generally covers:

• Full tuition waiver
• Free on-campus accommodation or accommodation subsidy
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Monthly living allowance:
  • Undergraduate: approx. 2,500 RMB
  • Master’s: approx. 3,000 RMB
  • Doctoral: approx. 3,500 RMB

Type B – Partial Scholarship

• Full tuition waiver
• Comprehensive medical insurance

(Type B does not typically include a monthly stipend.)

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How to Apply

There is no centralized Shanghai Government Scholarship portal. Applications are submitted directly to participating universities (list in official website). Shortlisted candidates are recommended to the Shanghai Municipal Education Commission for final approval.

Follow these steps to apply for the Shanghai Government Scholarships 2026/2027:

1. Choose a participating Shanghai university and eligible program.
2. Complete the university’s online admission application for the 2026/2027 intake.
3. Select “Shanghai Government Scholarship” as your funding option (if applicable).
4. Upload all required documents before the deadline.
5. Await review and nomination by the university.

Application Documents

Applicants are generally required to submit:

• Completed scholarship application form (via university portal)
• Valid passport copy
• Notarized highest diploma
• Academic transcripts
• Study plan or research proposal
• Two recommendation letters (for postgraduate applicants)
• Language proficiency certificate (HSK / IELTS / TOEFL)
• Foreigner Physical Examination Form (for programs over 6 months)
• Non-criminal record certificate

Additional documents may be requested by the host university.

Application Deadline

Deadlines vary by university but typically fall between: February – April 2026
(for programs beginning in September 2026)

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