Chongqing Normal University Chinese Government Scholarship

Chongqing Normal University’s “Chinese Government Special Scholarship—Local Support Scholarship Program” is a full-tuition scholarship program established by the China Scholarship Council (CSC), aimed at supporting the development of high-level universities in Chongqing and attracting outstanding international students to study in China. Chongqing Normal University is now accepting applications from around the world for full-time master’s degree students under the Chinese Government Scholarship for the 2018 academic year.

I. Scholarship Application Period: January 5, 2018, to April 10, 2018

II. Scholarship Benefits

Full Scholarship

— Exemption from tuition and accommodation fees;

— Monthly living allowance (3,000 RMB per person for master’s students);

— Comprehensive medical insurance;

Note: For detailed scholarship information, please visit the website of the China Scholarship Council (http://www.csc.edu.cn/Laihua/scholarshipen.aspx)

III. Admission Categories and Scholarship Duration

The scholarship duration corresponds to the standard program duration for each major (2–3 years for master’s programs). Scholarship recipients admitted to Chinese-taught programs whose Chinese proficiency does not meet the requirements for specialized study (HSK Level 5 or higher) must first complete one year of Chinese language preparatory courses upon arrival in China; they may begin specialized studies only after passing the required examination. For those requiring Chinese language remedial courses, the scholarship duration will be extended by one year accordingly.

IV. Admission Requirements

1. This scholarship is open only to non-Chinese citizens in good health;

2. Applicants must not currently be studying in China (graduates of Chinese universities must have been out of the country for at least one year) and must intend to pursue a master’s degree;

3. Applicants seeking to pursue a master’s degree at Chongqing Normal University must hold a bachelor’s degree, have excellent academic performance, submit two letters of recommendation from professors or associate professors in their home country, and be under 35 years of age.

V. Required Application Materials

Applicants must truthfully complete and submit the following application materials (all in triplicate: one original and two copies):

1. “Chinese Government Scholarship Application Form,” completed in Chinese or English. The “Chinese Government Scholarship Application Form” is uniformly printed by the China Scholarship Council (CSC) and must be completed online and printed from the CSC website (http://www.csc.edu.cn/studyinchina or www.campuschina.org; click “Application

Online” after opening the page). When filling out the form, please note: Select “Program Category B.” For the study plan in China, select only “Master’s Degree Program”; for the institution, please enter Chongqing Normal University, institution code 10637.

2. A notarized copy of the highest academic degree certificate. If the applicant is a current student or employed, a certificate of enrollment issued by the applicant’s school or a certificate of employment issued by the employer must also be submitted. Documents in languages other than Chinese or English must be accompanied by a notarized Chinese or English translation.

3. Applicants seeking a master’s degree must provide a notarized undergraduate transcript. Documents in languages other than Chinese or English must be accompanied by a notarized Chinese or English translation.

4. Study and research plan for China (no fewer than 800 words), written in Chinese or English.

5. Two letters of recommendation from professors or associate professors in the applicant’s home country, written in Chinese or English.

6. Students applying to study music must submit a CD containing their own compositions; students applying to study fine arts must provide a CD containing their own artwork (2 sketches, 2 color paintings, and 2 other works);

7. “Physical Examination Record for Foreigners” (copy; retain the original for your records): This form is uniformly printed by Chinese health and quarantine authorities and must be completed in English. Applicants must strictly undergo the medical examinations specified in the “Physical Examination Record for Foreign Nationals.” Any “Physical Examination Record for Foreign Nationals” that is incomplete, lacks the applicant’s photograph, lacks a seal across the seam on the photograph, or lacks the signature and seal of a physician and the hospital will be deemed invalid. As the medical examination results are valid for 6 months, applicants should schedule their physical examination accordingly. In accordance with the requirements of the Chongqing Entry-Exit Health and Quarantine Department, international students who have been awarded scholarships must undergo a second medical examination after arriving in China.

8. Certificate of No Criminal Record.

9. Bank Deposit Certificate (a certificate showing a deposit in local currency equivalent to no less than 25,000 RMB)

Regardless of admission status, application materials will not be returned. A total of three copies of all application materials must be submitted.

VI. Admission and Notification

1. Chongqing Normal University will review applicants’ materials and admit candidates based on merit.

2. By April 20, 2018, Chongqing Normal University will submit the admission results to the China Scholarship Council for review.

3. After review and approval by the China Scholarship Council, Chongqing Normal University will notify scholarship recipients by the end of June and issue the “Letter of Admission” and other relevant admission materials in July.

VII. Other Matters

1. Upon arrival in China, scholarship recipients will be administered by Chongqing Normal University in accordance with the relevant regulations of the Chinese Government Scholarship. Scholarship recipients must participate in the annual scholarship review each year as required by the “Measures for the Annual Review of the Chinese Government Scholarship.”

2. Scholarship recipients of this program may not change their admitted institution after arriving in China; in principle, they may not change their field of study or duration of study.

VIII. Contact Information

Office of International Cooperation and Exchange, Chongqing Normal University

Contact Persons: Xu Chiying, Dong Qing

Phone: +86-23-65317936

Fax: +86-23-65362300

Email: cqnuws@foxmail.com

Website:

http://international.cqnu.edu.cn/

Address: Chongqing Normal University, Huxi University Town, Shapingba District, Chongqing, China

Office 229, Office of International Cooperation and Exchange, Administration Building

Postal Code: 401331