In accordance with the notice from the China Scholarship Council (CSC) regarding the application for the Chinese Government Scholarship High-Level Postgraduate Program for the 2026/2027 academic year, Liaoning University extends a warm welcome and invites outstanding young talents from around the world to apply for the High-Level Postgraduate Program supported by the Chinese Government Scholarship at Liaoning University.
Application for receiving institution: Liaoning University
Receiving institution code: 10140
Scholarship Program Type: Type B
I.Admission Categories and Majors
1.Admission Categories: Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree
2.List of Admission Majors and Brief Introduction of Supervisors: Refer to Appendix 2 for details: Major Catalog and Supervisor Profiles for the Chinese Government Scholarship High-Level Graduate Students Program at Liaoning University for the 2026/2027 Academic Year.
II.Eligibility Criteria
1.Non-Chinese citizens in good physical and mental health are eligible to apply.
2.Applicants must meet the requirements outlined in the Chinese Government Scholarship Admission Brochure.
3.Age and Educational Background:
●Be a bachelor's degree holder under the age of 35 when applying for master's programs.
●Be a master's degree holder under the age of 40 when applying for doctoral programs.
●Applicants under the age of 18 should submit the valid documents of their legal
guardians in China.
4.Language Requirements
●Have acquired the Chinese proficiency of HSK Level 4 when applying for Chinese
taught master's or doctoral programs.
●For applicants applying for English-taught programs, a photocopy of the TOEFL or IELTS score report is required (applicants whose native language is English or whose official language is English in the home country are exempt from this requirement). For those without TOEFL or IELTS certificates, other official proof of English proficiency may be provided.
5.Additional Conditions:
Applicants must meet Liaoning University's academic competence and other relevant admission.
III.Scholarship Coverage and Criteria
1.Scholarship Coverage
The scholarship covers tuition fees, accommodation,stipend,and comprehensive medical insurance.
2.Scholarship Criteria
●Tuition fees;
●Free university dormitory or accommodation subsidy;
●Stipend：
Master's students: CNY 3,000 per month
Doctoral students: CNY 3,500 per month
●Comprehensive medical insurance:
CNY 800 per person per year;
Note: For more detailed information, please refer to the website of the China Scholarship Council:http://www.campuschina.org.
IV.Application Materials
Applicants must truthfully complete the application form according to the application process and submit authentic application materials, including:
1.Chinese Government Scholarship Application Form (filled in in Chinese or English). Applicants can log in to the China Scholarship Council's Study in China Online Application System to fill in and submit electronic registration information, and shall save the Chinese Government Scholarship Application Form generated by the system.
2.Copy of Passport Home Page. If the validity of the applicant's current passport does not meet the requirement (meaning the passport expires before September 2026), please apply for a new passport before submitting the application.
3.Notarized highest diploma. Prospective diploma winners must submit official proof of student status by their current school.Documents in languages other than Chinese or English must be attached with notarized Chinese or English translations. (it must indicate the expected graduation date and the time of obtaining the graduation certificate and degree certificate).
4.Academic transcripts (from the undergraduate program onwards). Copies of academic records from first to last semester during the undergraduate, graduate (if any), and doctoral programs (if any) shall be provided. These transcripts shall be issued and sealed by the attending university's academic affairs office, graduate school, or student management department.They can be in Chinese or English, but must be attached with notarized English translations if they are in foreign languages other than English.
5.Language proficiency proof.For applicants applying for Chinese-taught programs, a photocopy of a valid HSK (Chinese Proficiency Test) score report within the validity period and meeting the corresponding Chinese proficiency requirements is required. For applicants applying for English-taught programs, a photocopy of the TOEFL or IELTS score report is required (applicants whose native language is English or whose official language is English in the home country are exempt from this requirement). For those without TOEFL or IELTS certificates, other official proof of English proficiency may be provided.
6.Study and Research Plan (Written in Chinese or in English based on the language as required in the program) For plans written in Chinese,the content should not be less than 2000 words.For plans written in English,the content should not be less than 3000 words.The Study and Research Plan should include educational background, work experience,academic research achievements, proposed research plans,and post-graduation personal development goals.Doctoral applicants must obtain Chinese supervisor's signature.
7.Recommendation Letters.Provide two recommendation letters issued by professors or associate professors,the letters can be written in either Chinese or in English. The content should focus on the applicant's goals for studying in China, the collaboration between the Chinese institutions or supervisors and foreign supervisors,or international exchange situations.Additionally, the letters should include an evaluation of the applicant's overall capabilities and future development prospects.
8.Personal Achievements. If any published papers, certificates of achievement,or any other documents demonstrating academic accomplishments and research capabilities,the applicants shall provide the title of the paper or achievement,abstract or summary, publication details and supporting documents. Example of art. To apply for majors related to art or design, applicants could submit their own works through "Example of Art/Other Supporting Documents" in the system. Applicants could also provide such materials to the school directly in other ways.
9.Photocopy of the Foreigner Physical Examination Form.This form, uniformly printed by Chinese quarantine authorities, can be downloaded from the website of the China Scholarship Council and must be filled in in English.Applicants are required to undergo a physical examination strictly according to the items specified in the Foreigner Physical Examination Form.Original copy of the form lacking entries, without the applicant's photo affixed or with the photo lacking an official seal, and those without the signature and seal of a physician and hospital are considered invalid. Considering the six-month validity period of the examination results, applicants are advised to schedule their physical examinations accordingly. Photocopies must include an affixed photo, and the original should be kept by the applicant.(Format Reference,refer to Appendix 3.)
10.Non-criminal record report. The applicant shall submit a valid certificate of Non-Criminal Record issued by the local public security authority, usually issued within 6 months prior to the submission date of the application.
Reminder:Uploaded supporting documents must be clear, authentic and valid.
Applicants are recommended to use a professional device to scan the relevant
documents. Applicants shall bear the consequences caused by unclear or
unidentifiable uploaded materials.
V.Application Process
The specific steps are as follows:
[Step 1]Visit the official website of the Institute of International Education of Liaoning University (https://ie.lnu.edu.cn/) to inquire about the required application materials for the Chinese Government Scholarship High-Level Postgraduate Program for the 2026/2027 academic year.
[Step 2]Applicants who meet the application criteria should prepare the required application materials independently.
[Step3]Log in to Liaoning University's registration system (https://lnu.17gz.org/member/login.do) to submit application materials. First, create an account using your email. Then, select the Chinese Government Scholarship program, complete your personal information, upload the required attachments, and click Submit.After submission, wait for the review feedback and revise or supplement your materials as required based on the feedback.
[Step 4]After the preliminary review of the application materials, please wait for the notification email regarding the interview from Liaoning University.
[Step 5]Upon receiving the interview notification email,applicants shall follow the interview requirements (refer to Ⅵ.Admission and Notification). Liaoning University will notify the interview results via its official email.
[Step 6]Applicants who have obtained the recommendation qualification should, before March 15, 2026, follow the steps in Appendix 1.Instructions for the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System (CGSIS).Click on the China Government Scholarship - Information System for International Students icon to enter the application system,and submit all electronic versions of the application materials to complete the final application process.
Attention:
1.Chinese Government Scholarship recipients are not allowed to concurrently receive funding from other scholarships established by the Chinese government at any level or by the admitting institutions (excluding one-time rewards).If such instances are discovered,the Chinese Government Scholarship will be revoked, and any funds already received must be returned.Applicants who intentionally conceal such information will not only lose the eligibility but will also be prohibited from applying for the Chinese Government Scholarship for the next three years.
2.Important personal information, such as passport name,passport number, nationality, date of birth, contact number, etc.,must be accurately provided. Failure to do so may result in a failed application.
3.All applicants shall ensure the accuracy and validity of essential information required during the admission process,such as email address, personal contact number, and contact number in China. Maintain open communication and promptly check emails during the application period.
4.Regardless of the admission results,application materials will not be returned.
Ⅵ.Admission and Notification
1.Adhering to the principle of "individual application, school recommendation, expert review, and selective admission",this program is aimed to select international students with excellent academic background, professional capabilities, and future development potential.
2.Institute of International Education of Liaoning University reviews the application materials submitted by applicants.
3.Liaoning University assesses and admit applicants through a combination of written examinations and interviews to evaluate the attitudes towards China, academic achievements, research abilities,language proficiency, overall qualities, development potential, health conditions,and non-criminal records.The written exams and interviews will be conducted online, and the specific time will be notified to the applicant's personal contact email address via the official email of the International Student Admissions Office of Liaoning University.
4.Applicants who have been provisionally admitted with the qualification for the China Government Scholarship for High-Level Graduate Studies are expected to receive the 'Admission Notice' and the 'Application Form for Foreign Students' Visa to China (JW201 Form) by the end of July 2026.
Ⅶ.Deadline for Application
From now until February 12, 2026 (Availability is limited)
Ⅷ.Contact Us
International Student Admissions Office
Institute of International Education, Liaoning University
Telephone: +0086-24-62202503
Email:studyinlnu@lnu.edu.cn
Contact Person: Ms. Hu
Institute of International Education, Liaoning University
2025/11/24
Appendix:
Appendix 1:Instructions for Chinese Government Scholarship Information System(CGSIS)
Appendix 2:List of Majors and Supervisor Profiles for Liaoning University 2026-2027 Chinese Government Scholarship High-Level Postgraduate Program
Appendix 3:FOREIGNER PHYSICAL EXAMINATION FORM
