The Huazhong Agricultural University (HZAU) Scholarship 2027 is open for international Master’s and PhD students. HZAU in Wuhan offers three ways to study for free: the CSC High-Level Postgraduate Program, the CSC Bilateral Program (Type A) and the HZAU University Scholarship.
You get free tuition, free accommodation, medical insurance and up to 3,500 RMB per month. No application fee, and you can use your English-medium degree instead of IELTS.
🔗 Official Websites & Downloads
All links are from HZAU’s official website and the official CSC portal. Click a card to open it. If a link doesn’t open, copy the address shown under it.
📝 Where to Apply
📥 Official Templates (Download)
🌐 HZAU Official Pages
🏆 Huazhong Agricultural University Ranking
HZAU is a Project 211 and Double First-Class university in Wuhan, and one of the world’s top universities for veterinary science, agriculture, biology and food science.
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(Best Chinese Universities 2026)
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Rankings change every year. Figures are from the latest published editions as of November 2026.
⚖️ 3 HZAU Scholarships Compared
CSC High-Level Postgraduate
- ✅ Free tuition & accommodation
- ✅ Medical insurance
- 💰 Master’s 3,000 · PhD 3,500 RMB/month
- 📝 Apply on CSC + HZAU systems
HZAU University Scholarship
- ✅ Free tuition & accommodation
- ✅ Medical insurance
- 💰 Master’s 2,100 · PhD 2,500 RMB/month
- 📝 Apply on the HZAU system only
- 🔀 Full or partial types
CSC Bilateral (Type A)
- ✅ Full or partial (MOE)
- 🏛️ Through your home country’s dispatching authority
- 📨 Then ask HZAU for an Acceptance Letter
- 🎓 Undergrad, graduate & scholars
✅ Eligibility
| Degree | Education Required | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Master’s | Bachelor’s degree | Under 35 |
| PhD | Master’s degree | Under 40 |
You must be a non-Chinese citizen in good health.
🗣️ Language Requirements
| Program | Requirement |
|---|---|
| English-taught | An IELTS, TOEFL or other recognized English test is preferred. No test? Submit official proof that your previous degree was taught entirely in English. |
| Chinese-taught | HSK 5 or above (HSK 6 preferred). If you have no Chinese, you can take a one-year Chinese language program first to reach HSK 5. |
The teaching language can’t be changed after you choose it.
📄 HZAU Documents Checklist
Prepare soft copies and upload them to the application system:
- Application form
- Highest diploma or degree certificate, or an expected graduation certificate if you’re still studying
- Official transcripts
- Two recommendation letters from professors or associate professors in your field (template)
- Study plan (template)
- Passport copy
- Physical Examination Record (template)
- Non-criminal record certificate
- Supporting documents: awards, published papers, IELTS/TOEFL/HSK, special skills (sports, arts)
- Acceptance letter from an HZAU professor (template) Strongly recommended
- Residence permit page and performance certificate Only if studying in China
📝 How to Apply
For the CSC High-Level Postgraduate Program
- Find a supervisor on the Programs & Supervisors page. Email one professor at a time, with a polite, specific message, and ask for an acceptance letter.
- Apply on the CSC system at studyinchina.csc.edu.cn using HZAU Agency No. 10504.
- Apply on the HZAU system at hzau.at0086.cn/student and upload all documents.
- Submit both between 1 November 2026 and 21 February 2027.
For the HZAU University Scholarship
- Apply only on the HZAU system at hzau.at0086.cn/student.
- Upload your documents and submit by 21 February 2027.
For CSC Type A (Bilateral)
- Apply to your home country’s dispatching authority (or the Chinese Embassy) and get recommended as a candidate.
- Request an Acceptance Letter from HZAU. You’ll then receive an Award Letter for CGS Candidate.
HZAU Application System CSC Application System Email HZAU
💵 Fees (Without a Scholarship)
| Tuition (per year) | Master’s (RMB) | PhD (RMB) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | English | Chinese | English | |
| Science & Engineering | 25,000 | 28,000 | 40,000 | 44,000 |
| Economics, Management, Humanities & Social Sciences | 22,000 | 25,000 | 28,000 | 32,000 |
| Other Costs | RMB per year |
|---|---|
| Single room accommodation | 10,000 |
| Registration | 400 |
| Insurance | 800 |
With a full scholarship, tuition, accommodation and insurance are covered.
🛂 Visa & Registration
- Apply for a student visa at the Chinese Embassy with your Admission Notice and JW202 form.
- Study over 6 months: get an X1 visa and apply for a Residence Permit within 30 days of arriving.
- Register during the dates in your Admission Notice. Early registration is not accepted.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HZAU agency number for the CSC?
Huazhong Agricultural University’s agency number is 10504.
What is the HZAU scholarship deadline for 2027?
21 February 2027, for both the CSC and the HZAU University Scholarship. Applications open on 1 November 2026.
Is there an application fee?
According to HZAU’s official FAQ, there is no fee for applying for the Chinese Government Scholarship.
Can I apply without IELTS?
Yes. Submit official proof that your previous degree was taught entirely in English.
Is the acceptance letter required?
Not compulsory, but strongly recommended, because supervisor support matters greatly. Only one professor’s letter, on the official template, can be submitted.
What’s the difference between the CSC and HZAU scholarships?
Both cover tuition, accommodation and insurance. The CSC pays a higher stipend (3,000/3,500 RMB) than the HZAU University Scholarship (2,100/2,500 RMB).
Is HZAU good for veterinary and agriculture?
Yes. It’s #8 in the world for Veterinary Sciences and #10 for Agricultural Sciences (ShanghaiRanking 2026), and #7 for Biology (U.S. News 2027).
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Source: Huazhong Agricultural University, International Admissions (ic.hzau.edu.cn): How to Apply, Scholarships, Downloads and FAQs pages, checked November 2026.