Key Scholarship Information
Funding level: Partial Funding
Funding Type: Tuition support (Type A and Type B)
Host University: Southwest University
Degree to Study: Masters, PhD, Bachelor
Subject to study: All Subjects
Study Mode: Full-time, on-campus
Eligible Region: Belt and Road partner countries
Eligible Nationalities: International Students
Host Country: China
Application Deadline: 15 June 2026
Southwest University (SWU) in China has officially opened applications for the New Silk Road Scholarship 2026. This funding opportunity is part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative and is designed to support international students from partner countries who want to pursue undergraduate, master’s, and PhD studies in China.
The scholarship aims to make higher education more accessible by offering tuition support and, in some cases, monthly living stipends. It is considered a practical alternative for students who want affordable study options in China beyond highly competitive national scholarship programs.
Degree Level
This scholarship is available for:
Undergraduate programs, Master’s degree programs and PhD (doctoral) programs
Available Subjects
Southwest University offers a wide range of academic programs under this scholarship, including:
Education, Agriculture and Life Sciences, Engineering, Environmental Science, Business and Management, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, International Studies
Benefits
Scholarship Types and Financial Coverage
The SWU Silk Road Scholarship is divided into two categories:
Type A Scholarship
- Tuition fee coverage
- Monthly living stipend:
- Undergraduate: CNY 1,100/month
- Master’s: CNY 1,400/month
- PhD: CNY 1,700/month
Type B Scholarship
- Tuition fee waiver only
- No monthly stipend provided
Additional Costs (Important)
- Accommodation is not fully covered
- Students must pay housing/dorm fees
- Medical insurance fee (approx. CNY 800 per year) is required
Eligible Nationalities
The scholarship is open to:
Non-Chinese citizens, Students from Belt and Road Initiative countries, Applicants from Asia, Africa, Europe, and developing regions
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a non-Chinese citizen
- Hold required academic qualifications for the chosen degree level
- Maintain strong academic performance (generally GPA 3.0/4.0 or equivalent)
- Have at least 80/100 academic scores (or equivalent grading system)
- Provide proof of language proficiency (English or Chinese)
- Not be receiving another scholarship in China
- Accepted language proof may include IELTS, TOEFL, HSK, or equivalent certificates.
Application Procedure
Required Documents
Applicants are typically required to submit:
Valid passport, Academic transcripts and degree certificates, CV or personal statement, Study plan or research proposal, Language proficiency certificate, Recommendation letters, Passport-size photographs, Additional documents depending on program requirements
How to Apply
The application process generally includes the following steps:
- Select an eligible program at Southwest University
- Complete the SWU online application system
- Upload required academic and personal documents
- Submit language proficiency proof
- Await university review and selection results
- Complete enrollment procedures if selected
- Applicants should ensure all documents are accurate and submitted before the deadline.
Why Apply for SWU Silk Road Scholarship?
This scholarship is attractive for several reasons:
- Opportunity to study in China at reduced or zero tuition cost
- Availability for undergraduate, master’s, and PhD levels
- Monthly stipend for selected students under Type A
- Access to a recognized public university in Chongqing
- Wide range of academic disciplines
- More accessible compared to highly competitive national scholarships
Who Should Apply?
This program is suitable for:
Students from Belt and Road countries
Applicants seeking affordable education in China
Students with strong academic backgrounds
Candidates interested in engineering, agriculture, or social sciences
Those looking for partial or full financial support
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