The Hohai University CSC Scholarship 2026 is one of China’s most prestigious fully funded opportunities for international students. Established in 1915 and located in Nanjing, Hohai University is a world-renowned leader in water conservancy and engineering.

The High-Level Graduate Student Program (CSC Type-B) is currently open for the 2026–2027 academic session, offering a complete financial package for Master’s and PhD candidates.


### Key Scholarship Details

FeatureDetails
Host InstitutionHohai University, China
Program TypeChinese Government Scholarship (CSC) – Type B
Agency Number10294
Degree LevelsMaster’s and PhD
CoverageFully Funded (Tuition, Housing, Stipend, Insurance)
Application DeadlineMarch 27, 2026 (CSC Portal); December 30, 2025 (Initial University Portal deadline for some programs)

### Financial Benefits

This scholarship is designed to cover every major expense for the duration of your study:

  • 100% Tuition Waiver: No academic fees for the entire program.

  • Free Accommodation: On-campus university dormitory provided.

  • Comprehensive Medical Insurance: Protection for the duration of stay in China.

  • Monthly Living Allowance: * Master’s Students: CNY 3,000 per month.

    • PhD Students: CNY 3,500 per month.


### Eligibility Criteria

To be a successful applicant, you must meet the following requirements:

  1. Nationality: Must be a non-Chinese citizen in good physical and mental health.

  2. Age Limits:

    • Master’s: Under 35 years old and must hold a Bachelor’s degree.

    • PhD: Under 40 years old and must hold a Master’s degree.

  3. Language Proficiency:

    • Chinese-taught: HSK Level 4 or higher (valid for 2 years).

    • English-taught: IELTS 6.0 (no sub-score below 5.5) or TOEFL 80+. An English Proficiency Certificate from your previous university is also accepted if the medium of instruction was English.

  4. Academic Record: Strong academic background and research potential are mandatory.


### Application Process (Step-by-Step)

Hohai University requires a two-step online application process.

  • Step 1: Hohai University Portal

    Register and submit your application at http://admission.hhu.edu.cn/. Most graduate programs require an initial university screening before you proceed to the CSC portal.

  • Step 2: CSC Online Portal

    Log in to the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System.

    • Select Program Category: Type B.

    • Enter Agency Number: 10294.

  • Step 3: Document Upload

    Upload all required documents (Physical Exam Form, Notarized Degrees, Study Plan of 800+ words, and two Recommendation Letters).

  • Step 4: Review & Admission

    Wait for the internal review and interview. Shortlisted candidates will receive a pre-admission notice to finalize their CSC application.

Note: As of the current update, there is typically no application fee for the CSC Scholarship at Hohai University, though some specific university-level categories may require a small processing fee ($RMB 400$) depending on the program track.

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