Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) and The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) · 🇨🇳 China · Asia
FundingFully Funded
LevelPhD
DeadlineFebruary
Application feeFree
About this scholarship
Full tuition, monthly stipend (CNY 7,000/month), accommodation, and travel support for PhD study at CAS institutes for developing country students. 3-4 years PhD
ProviderChinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) and The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS)
CountryChina (Asia)
Host university / institutionCAS research institutes across China
Degree levelsPhD
Fields of studyNatural & Life Sciences, Engineering & Tech
Funding typeFully Funded
Application feeFree
DeadlineApplications open in October and close in mid-February.
IntakeSeptember
Applications openOctober
CompetitionVery High
Programme duration3-4 years PhD
PhDNatural & Life SciencesEngineering & Tech
CAS-TWAS President's Fellowship (PhD in China) eligibility criteria
Citizenship of a TWAS member developing country (including Pakistan)
Under 35 years of age
Master's degree in a relevant field
Strong academic and research record
English proficiency
Not a Chinese citizen
Benefits and coverage
Full tuition waiver
Monthly stipend CNY 7,000 (approx. USD $960)
On-campus accommodation
Health insurance
International airfare (round trip)
One-time settlement allowance
Conference travel support
Required documents
CAS-TWAS online application form
Academic transcripts and degree certificates
Research proposal
Two recommendation letters (from senior scientists)
English proficiency certificate
CV/Resume
Copy of passport
How to apply for the CAS-TWAS President's Fellowship (PhD in 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 open in October 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 7,000/month), accommodation, and travel support for Ph…
LevelsPhD
Frequently asked questions
Citizenship of a TWAS member developing country (including Pakistan) Under 35 years of age Master's degree in a relevant field Strong academic and research record English proficiency Not a Chinese citizen
Full tuition waiver Monthly stipend CNY 7,000 (approx. USD $960) On-campus accommodation Health insurance International airfare (round trip) One-time settlement allowance Conference travel support
CAS-TWAS online application form Academic transcripts and degree certificates Research proposal Two recommendation letters (from senior scientists) English proficiency certificate CV/Resume Copy of passport
Applications open in October and close in mid-February.
No — applications for the CAS-TWAS President's Fellowship (PhD in China) are free.