The NUAA CSC Scholarship 2027 is now open. Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (NUAA) is offering the fully funded Chinese Government Scholarship for international Master’s and PhD students from all countries.
Study at the #3 university in the world for Aerospace Engineering, with free tuition, free accommodation, medical insurance and up to 3,500 RMB per month. And there’s no minimum English score.
๐ Official Websites & Important Links
All links below are from NUAA’s official website. Click a card to open it. If a link doesn’t open, copy the address shown under it.
๐ Where to Apply (CSC Type B needs both)
๐ NUAA Official Pages
๐ NUAA Ranking
NUAA is one of China’s top universities for aerospace, aviation, mechanical and electrical engineering. It is a Project 211 and Double First-Class university, famous for its aircraft and spacecraft research.
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(U.S. News 2027)
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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.
๐ฐ NUAA CSC Scholarship Benefits
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| Tuition | โ Full tuition fee waiver |
| Accommodation | โ Free on-campus accommodation |
| Living Allowance โ Master’s | 3,000 RMB / month |
| Living Allowance โ PhD | 3,500 RMB / month |
| Medical Insurance | โ Comprehensive medical insurance |
โ Eligibility for the NUAA CSC Scholarship
| Degree | Education Required | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Master’s | Bachelor’s degree | Under 35 |
| PhD | Master’s degree | Under 40 |
- A non-Chinese citizen from any country
- Good physical and mental health, and no criminal record
- A strong academic background, with research and innovation ability
๐ฃ๏ธ Language Requirement
๐ NUAA Documents Checklist
- Passport identity page (scan)
- Degree certificate: Bachelor’s (for Master’s) or Master’s (for PhD), in English or Chinese
- Transcript of your highest degree
- Acceptance letter from a future NUAA supervisor Required
- Two recommendation letters from professors or associate professors
- Study plan or research proposal
- English test result: IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo, PTE or equivalent
- Physical examination record with blood test, issued within 6 months
- Non-criminal record certificate, issued within 6 months
๐ How to Apply for the NUAA CSC Scholarship
Route 1: CSC Type B (University Program) โ most students
You must complete two applications:
- Get an acceptance letter from an NUAA supervisor in your field.
- Apply to NUAA at ciee.nuaa.edu.cn/admissions/apply. Choose your Master’s or PhD program and pay the ยฅ400 application fee.
- Apply on the CSC portal at studyinchina.csc.edu.cn. Choose Type B and NUAA (10287).
- Submit both before 30 March 2027.
- Guided portal (recommended by NUAA): step-by-step help, document review and progress tracking
- Standard portal: you do every step yourself, with email support only
Route 2: CSC Type A (Bilateral Program) โ through your embassy
- Apply through the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in your home country.
- List NUAA as your first choice (Agency Code 10287).
- Bachelor’s applicants can apply only through this embassy route.
Apply to NUAA Apply through CSC
๐ Other NUAA Scholarships
NUAA Fly-High Scholarship
- ๐ Master’s & PhD
- โ Full tuition for 1 year
- ๐ Select it in your NUAA application
NUAA Freshman Scholarship
- ๐ For new Bachelor’s students
- ๐ Merit-based
Nanjing Government Scholarship
- ๐๏ธ From the Nanjing city government
- ๐ต One-time payment
โ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NUAA agency number for the CSC scholarship?
NUAA’s agency number is 10287.
What is the NUAA CSC Scholarship 2027 deadline?
30 March 2027.
Is there a minimum IELTS score for NUAA?
No. NUAA accepts IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo, PTE or equivalent, and its official page says there is no minimum score.
Do I need an acceptance letter for NUAA?
Yes. An acceptance letter from a future NUAA supervisor is one of the required documents.
Is there an application fee?
Yes, ยฅ400 for the NUAA admission application.
Can Bachelor’s students get the NUAA CSC scholarship?
Only through CSC Type A, by applying via the Chinese Embassy in your home country.
How much is the stipend?
3,000 RMB per month for Master’s students and 3,500 RMB per month for PhD students.
Is NUAA good for aerospace engineering?
Yes, it’s one of the best in the world: #3 for Aerospace Engineering (ShanghaiRanking 2026).
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Source: Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, official CSC Scholarship page (ciee.nuaa.edu.cn), checked November 2026.
