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International Chinese Language Teacher Scholarship—Professional Development (East China Normal University)

East China Normal UniversityShanghaiMay 15 / Oct 31
Tuition
Accommodation
Living Allowance

Scholarship Details

Program Description:

The International Chinese Language Teachers' Scholarships for Professional Development Program, funded for one academic year, is open to outstanding individuals who are interested in Chinese language education, teaching and related work.

Enrollment Specialization Direction:

Chinese History, Chinese Philosophy, etc.

Application Requirements:

1. Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens, in good health, of good character and good academic standing

2. Be friendly to China, have no criminal record, and abide by the laws and regulations of the Chinese government and the rules and regulations of the school.

3. Be interested in Chinese education, teaching and related work.

4. Age 16-35 years old (based on September 1, 2025), or 45 years old for in-service Chinese teachers.

Language Requirements:

- Chinese HSK score should be at least 180 points in Level 4 and HSKK score

- For Chinese History and Chinese Philosophy, the Chinese test score should reach 180 points in HSK (Level 5) and have HSKK score

- Those who have won the "International Chinese Teacher Scholarship Certificate" in various Chinese Bridge competitions will complete the admission procedures of the relevant receiving institutions with the scholarship certificate.

Scholarship content:

- Free tuition

- Accommodation at the school

- Provide living expenses in China (¥2500/month)

- Provide comprehensive medical insurance for international students in China at the rate of ¥800/person/year

Application Deadline:

- September admission: May 15

- Entry in March of the following year: October 31st

Application Process:

Step 1: Online Application

1、Visit the online application system of the International Education Center of East China Normal University http://lxsapply.ecnu.edu.cn/ to submit the application and pay the application fee of 800 RMB.

2、Visit the website of International Chinese Language Teacher Scholarship http://cis.chinese.cn to complete the registration and download the application form.

Step 2: Review

The university will conduct preliminary examination of the applicants' qualifications according to the enrollment requirements. For those who pass the preliminary examination, ICCT will organize a video interview. The result of the scholarship evaluation shall further wait for the notification from the Center for Sino-Foreign Language Exchange and Cooperation.

Step 3: Admission and Enrollment

Students who are officially admitted must log on the designated website to download the electronic version of the Admission Notice and the Confirmation Form for Foreign Students Coming to China (JW202) by themselves.

Application Materials:

1. Online application form

2. Scanned copy of passport photo page

3. Scanned copy of HSK, HSKK score report (valid for 2 years)

4. Letter of recommendation issued by the head of the recommending organization

5. Proof of highest academic qualification (certificate of expected graduation) and transcripts of school study

6. Personal statement of the applicant

7. Copy of Foreigner's Physical Examination Record

8. Certificate of no criminal record

9. Application Fee

Contact information:

International Education Center of East China Normal University

Tel: +86-21-62232013

Email: lxs@ecnu.edu.cn

Programs at this university

East China Normal University
23 programs available (2 taught in English)
CSCA exam required: Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Chinese (Liberal), Chinese (Science)
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Programs currently offered by the host university. Check the scholarship terms above for which are covered.

Funding Coverage

Tuition
Accommodation
Living Allowance
Health Insurance
Airfare
Settlement Allowance

Eligibility Requirements

Degree Levels
Language Program
Age Limit
16-45 years old
Language Requirements
HSK 4 (at least 180) + HSKKHSK 5 (at least 180) + HSKK (Chinese History and Philosophy tracks)

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Application Deadline
May 15 / Oct 31

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