Capital Normal University CSC Scholarship 2027: study for a Master’s or PhD in Beijing, completely free.
Capital Normal University (CNU) is offering the fully funded Chinese Government Scholarship (High-Level Postgraduate Program). It pays your tuition, accommodation, medical insurance and a monthly living allowance.
✅ Is This Scholarship For Me? Quick Check
- I am not a Chinese citizen
- I have a Bachelor’s degree (for a Master’s) or a Master’s degree (for a PhD)
- I am 35 or younger (Master’s) or 40 or younger (PhD)
- I have HSK 5 with 210+, or I’m applying for one of the few English-taught programs
- I have good grades and research ability
All ticks? 🎉 You can apply!
🚀 Apply in 3 Simple Steps
⏰ Finish before 21 February 2027. CNU may close early once places are full.
🔗 Official Websites & Important Links
All links are from Capital Normal University’s official website and the official CSC portal. Click a card to open it.
🏛️ About Capital Normal University
CNU is a Double First-Class university in Beijing, jointly built by the Beijing government and the Ministry of Education. It covers humanities, science, engineering, management, law, education, foreign languages and arts, and all its majors and levels are open to international students.
Demonstration Base for Study in China
for undergraduates
Talent Training Base
& Chinese Education Base
🏆 CNU Ranking
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Rankings change every year. Figures are from the latest published editions as of November 2026.
💰 What the Scholarship Covers
| Benefit | Covered? |
|---|---|
| 🎓 Tuition | ✅ Yes, 100% |
| 🏠 Accommodation | ✅ Yes |
| 💵 Monthly Living Allowance | ✅ Yes (CSC standard rate, currently 3,000 CNY for Master’s and 3,500 CNY for PhD) |
| 🏥 Medical Insurance | ✅ Yes, comprehensive |
🗣️ Language Rules (Simple)
| If you want to study in… | You need… |
|---|---|
| Chinese (most programs) | HSK 5 with a score of 210 or more |
| English (only some programs) | An IELTS or TOEFL score. Email CNU first to confirm your program is taught in English. |
| Already studied in Chinese at a Chinese university? | ✅ No HSK needed |
📄 Documents Checklist
Scan these clearly and upload them to both websites:
- Passport first page, valid after March 2028
- Notarized highest degree. Final-year students: an expected graduation certificate (bring the originals at registration).
- Transcripts from Bachelor’s onwards (English translation, notarized, if not in English or Chinese)
- Study plan in Chinese or English: Master’s 1,000+ words PhD 1,500+ words, signed by your CNU supervisor
- Two recommendation letters from professors or associate professors, with their phone number and email
- Language certificate: HSK 5 (210+), or IELTS/TOEFL for English-taught programs
- Foreigner Physical Examination Form, in English, valid for 6 months
- Non-criminal record, issued within the last 6 months
- Pre-admission letter: CNU gives it to you after you pass the interview
📝 Step-by-Step Guide
- Choose your program in the official CNU program catalog. Want English? Email CNU first to confirm.
- PhD applicants: find a CNU supervisor and get your study plan signed.
- Go to CampusChina.org, click the Chinese Government Scholarship system, register, choose Category B and enter 10028. Fill in the form and upload your documents.
- Go to cnu.17gz.org, register and upload the same documents.
- Do the interview and written test when CNU contacts you.
- Get your pre-admission letter. The CSC then makes the final decision.
Step 1: CSC Portal Step 2: CNU Platform CNU Official Website
💡 Tips & Warnings
- ✅ Apply early: CNU may close before 21 February once places are full.
- ✅ No posting: everything is uploaded online. Don’t post documents.
- ✅ Scan clearly: blurry documents are your responsibility.
- ✅ Be honest: hiding another Chinese scholarship gets you banned from CSC for 3 years.
📞 CNU Official Contact
| Official Websites | cie.cnu.edu.cn · studyinbeijing.cnu.edu.cn |
| Office | International Student Admissions Office, School of International Culture, Capital Normal University |
| cie@cnu.edu.cn | |
| Phone | +86-10-6890 2651 |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Capital Normal University agency number for the CSC?
10028. Choose Category B.
What is the deadline?
21 February 2027, but CNU may close earlier once all places are filled.
Can I study in English at CNU?
Some Master’s and PhD programs are taught in English, but you must confirm with CNU’s International Student Admissions Office first (cie@cnu.edu.cn).
What HSK score do I need?
HSK 5 with a score of 210 or more for Chinese-taught programs.
Do I need to post documents?
No. Everything is uploaded online to both the CSC portal and the CNU platform.
How long should my study plan be?
At least 1,000 words for Master’s and at least 1,500 words for PhD (signed by your CNU supervisor).
Should I pay an agent to apply?
No. CNU has not appointed any agent. Apply yourself for free on the official websites.
Where is the official website?
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Source: Capital Normal University, 2027–2028 Chinese Government Scholarship High-Level Graduate Program Application Guide (cie.cnu.edu.cn).