Fuzhou University Outstanding Foreign Students Scholarship

To encourage more outstanding international students to study at our university, motivate current international students to study diligently and engage in rigorous research, further expand the enrollment of international students, and enhance the quality of overseas education and training, the Outstanding International Student Scholarship (FUZHOU UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP, FZS) has been established. The Outstanding International Student Scholarship is a special fund provided by the university to international students enrolled at Fuzhou University. It is denominated in RMB and may be used to cover registration fees, tuition, housing fees, insurance premiums, living allowances, and other related expenses. Details are as follows:

I. Scholarship Categories and Standards

(1) Comprehensive Scholarship for International Students in China: This scholarship primarily targets international students who meet the national unified admission requirements and demonstrate excellence in both character and academic performance, as well as those currently enrolled at the university who have shown outstanding overall performance. This includes doctoral students, master’s students, undergraduates, and visiting scholars. The funding period is one year. In principle, the duration of funding shall not exceed the maximum period of study for each academic category.

(2) Short-Term Visiting Scholar Award: Primarily intended for international students coming to the university to study or conduct research for a period not exceeding 6 months under inter-university agreements or relevant exchange agreements. Applications for this category are limited to currently enrolled students from foreign universities that have signed inter-university exchange agreements with Fuzhou University.

(3) Scholarship Standards: Scholarship amounts are determined based on the program category and the academic level of the applicant.

1. Comprehensive Scholarship for International Students in China

(1) Doctoral students: 50,000 RMB per person per year (including a monthly living allowance of 1,200 RMB)

(2) Master’s students: 40,000 RMB per person per year (including a monthly living allowance of 1,000 RMB)

(3) Undergraduate students: 30,000 RMB per person per year (including a monthly living allowance of 800 RMB)

2. Scholarship for Short-Term Trainees (up to 6 months)

Students are responsible for their own tuition, accommodation, and insurance; the university provides a monthly living allowance. Regular trainees receive 1,000 RMB per month (based on the master’s student standard), while advanced trainees receive 1,200 RMB per month (based on the doctoral student standard).

Regular visiting students are defined as international non-degree students who have obtained a bachelor’s degree or higher, or who are currently enrolled in their second year or higher of undergraduate studies; advanced visiting students are defined as international non-degree students who have obtained a master’s degree or higher, or who are currently enrolled in their second year or higher of master’s studies.

II. Available Programs

Applications are accepted for all programs. In principle, the program applied for should align with the applicant’s prior degree; applications across different disciplines are generally not accepted. Applicants for undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral programs must hold a Level 5 certificate in the Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK); preference will be given to those with a Level 6 or higher HSK certificate. Language trainees are not required to have a foundation in Chinese or a Chinese proficiency certificate. Programs taught entirely in English are not subject to Chinese proficiency certificate requirements; however, students must complete the Chinese language and Chinese culture courses specified in the study plan.

III. Applicant Eligibility

1. Basic Requirements:

(1) Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria for international students, have a fondness for China, and be in good health;

(2) Be willing to abide by the laws and regulations of the Chinese government, as well as the disciplinary rules and regulations of Fuzhou University;

(3) Degree-seeking students must study on campus for no less than 9 months per academic year;

(4) Demonstrate good academic performance and strong potential in their field of study;

(5) Priority will be given to applicants who have demonstrated outstanding performance in Sino-foreign arts, sports, and cultural exchanges, as well as in public welfare activities, and have received commendations; or who have achieved outstanding research results and gained recognition within the academic community;

(6) Priority will be given to applicants recommended by relevant departments and bureaus in Fujian Province, as well as by sister provinces or states abroad and international partner organizations.

2. Educational Qualifications and Age Requirements:

(1) Applicants for undergraduate programs must hold a high school diploma or higher and, in principle, be no older than 30 years of age;

(2) Applicants for master’s programs must hold a bachelor’s degree or higher and, in principle, be no older than 35 years of age;

(3) Applicants for doctoral programs must hold a master’s degree or higher and, in principle, be no older than 40 years of age;

(4) Applicants for regular or advanced continuing education programs must meet the corresponding academic requirements and, in principle, be no older than 50 years of age.

3. Applicants who fall under any of the following circumstances are ineligible for selection or may have their Fuzhou University Outstanding International Student Scholarship funding terminated:

(1) Those who have been subject to criminal detention, public security penalties, or administrative disciplinary actions for violating Chinese laws, regulations, or Fuzhou University’s disciplinary rules and regulations;

(2) Those who are late, leave early, or skip classes without valid reason, or who seriously violate the university’s disciplinary rules and regulations;

(3) Those who have failed any course required by the curriculum;

(4) Those deemed by their academic advisor to have failed to meet academic objectives or complete research tasks, and whose case has been verified as true by the college’s Academic Committee;

(5) Those engaged in other behaviors or activities inconsistent with the spirit of the scholarship.

Applicants may simultaneously apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship, the Fujian Provincial Government Scholarship, and the Fuzhou University Outstanding International Student Scholarship; however, they may not receive scholarship benefits from multiple programs concurrently. If an applicant is awarded the Chinese Government Scholarship, their eligibility for the Fujian Provincial Government Scholarship and the Fuzhou University Scholarship will be automatically revoked, and they will no longer receive scholarship benefits from those programs.

IV. Application Period

March 1 to May 15 of each year

V. Application Process

Applicants may submit their applications to the Office of International Cooperation and Exchange at Fuzhou University within the specified timeframe. Application materials should be emailed to faoadmission@fzu.edu.cn, and the relevant hard copies should be mailed to the university.

Please visit our website: http://oce.fzu.edu.cn/html/gjxs/zsxx/1.html

VI. Required Application Materials

(1) Fuzhou University Scholarship Application Form;

(2) Notarized copies of the highest academic degree certificate and transcripts. If the applicant is a currently enrolled student, a certificate of enrollment or proof of expected graduation issued by the applicant’s current institution must also be submitted. Documents in languages other than Chinese or English must be accompanied by a notarized Chinese or English translation;

(3) Applicants planning to study in China for more than 6 months must provide a “Physical Examination Record for Foreigners” bearing a seal across the seam (uniformly printed by Chinese health and quarantine authorities);

(4) Applicants pursuing a degree or applying for a research program must submit a study plan (no fewer than 400 words) or a research plan (no fewer than 800 words);

(5) Applicants for doctoral or master’s degrees must provide two letters of recommendation from associate professors or higher;

(6) Applicants under the age of 18 must provide relevant legal documents regarding their guardian in China;

(7) Chinese Proficiency Certificate.

VII. Accepting Department

Office of International Cooperation and Exchange, Fuzhou University

VIII. Contact Information

Mailing Address: Office of International Cooperation and Exchange, Fuzhou University, No. 2 Xueyuan Road, University New District, Fuzhou, Fujian Province

Contact Persons: Ms. Lin, Ms. Zhao

Phone: 0086-591-22865027, 0086-591-22865239

Fax: 0591-22865232

Email: faoadmission@fzu.edu.cn

Zip Code: 350116