Alliance of National Science Foundations of Asia (ANSO) · 🇨🇳 China · Asia
FundingFully Funded
LevelMasters/PhD
DeadlineFebruary
Application feeFree
About this scholarship
Full tuition, monthly stipend (CNY 6,000-7,000/month for PhD, CNY 3,000 for Masters), accommodation, and health insurance through CAS institutes. Masters 2-3 years; PhD 3-4 years
ProviderAlliance of National Science Foundations of Asia (ANSO)
CountryChina (Asia)
Host university / institutionChinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) institutes and partner universities
Degree levelsMasters/PhD
Fields of studyNatural & Life Sciences, Engineering & Tech
Funding typeFully Funded
Application feeFree
DeadlineApplications typically open in November and close in mid-February.
IntakeSeptember
Applications openNovember
CompetitionVery High
Programme durationMasters 2-3 years; PhD 3-4 years
MastersPhDNatural & Life SciencesEngineering & Tech
ANSO Scholarship for Young Talents (China) eligibility criteria
Non-Chinese citizen under 35 years old
Bachelor's degree for Masters; Master's for PhD
Strong academic record and research potential
English proficiency (or Chinese proficiency)
Not already enrolled in a Chinese institution
Endorsed by a CAS supervisor
Benefits and coverage
Full tuition waiver
Monthly stipend: Masters CNY 3,000, PhD CNY 7,000
On-campus accommodation
Comprehensive health insurance
Research mentoring from CAS scientists
Access to world-class research facilities
International conference travel support
Required documents
ANSO online application form
Academic transcripts and degree certificates
Research proposal
Supervisor endorsement letter
Two recommendation letters
English/Chinese proficiency certificate
CV/Resume
Copy of passport
How to apply for the ANSO Scholarship for Young Talents (China)
Review the eligibility criteria above and confirm you meet every requirement.
Prepare all required documents early — transcripts, CV, recommendation letters and motivation letter.
Applications typically open in November and close in mid-February. Submit a complete application before the February deadline.
Always confirm the latest details on the official website before applying.
Amount / coverageFull tuition, monthly stipend (CNY 6,000-7,000/month for PhD, CNY 3,000 for Masters), acc…
LevelsMasters/PhD
Frequently asked questions
Non-Chinese citizen under 35 years old Bachelor's degree for Masters; Master's for PhD Strong academic record and research potential English proficiency (or Chinese proficiency) Not already enrolled in a Chinese institution Endorsed by a CAS supervisor
Full tuition waiver Monthly stipend: Masters CNY 3,000, PhD CNY 7,000 On-campus accommodation Comprehensive health insurance Research mentoring from CAS scientists Access to world-class research facilities International conference travel support
ANSO online application form Academic transcripts and degree certificates Research proposal Supervisor endorsement letter Two recommendation letters English/Chinese proficiency certificate CV/Resume Copy of passport
Applications typically open in November and close in mid-February.
No — applications for the ANSO Scholarship for Young Talents (China) are free.