CSC A-Youth of Excellence Scheme of China

Full-time Graduate Students

The following Master's Programs are eligible for application:

• School of Design: Design

• Asia Europe Business School: International Business (Single Degree)

• International Center for Teacher Education: Education Management

1. Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens, under the age of 45, and in good physical and mental health.

2. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or above, with at least three years of work experience. Those with academic or professional backgrounds related to the applied program will be given priority.

3. Applicants must fall into one of the following four categories:

(1) A government official at the division chief level (or equivalent level) or above;

(2) A senior manager of an institution or enterprise;

(3) An administrator of a university or scientific research institution;

(4) Those who have relevant employment or internship experience in international organizations.

4. Language Requirements (Please refer to the Admission Guide for details): Non-native English speakers should provide one of the following English proficiency certificates: IELTS ≥ 6.0 / TOEFL ≥ 80 / Cambridge English (C1Advanced (CAE)):≥ 169

Full scholarship (tuition waiver; and during the first academic year in China, on-campus accommodation, living allowance and comprehensive medical insurance etc. will be provided)

The program follows a "1+1 model":

• First academic year: Students study full-time at East Chna Normal University (ECNU), completing foundational coursework, research, and thesis preparation.

• Second academic year: Students return to their home country to complete the thesis in combination with their professional work. They will return to ECNU for thesis defense as required. Those who successfully pass the defense and other graduation requirements will be awarded the degree.

• March 1st, 2026

Step 1: ECNU Online Application and Pay the Application Fee

Applicants should register and apply online through http://lxsapply.ecnu.edu.cn/. Submit online application (Please choose [Master Programs]-[Youth of Excellence Scheme of China Program]) and pay application fee RMB 800 (Please note that once submitted, the application fee is non-refundable regardless of the application status).

Application Documents can refer to: Graduate Programs

Step 2: Review Process

The University will conduct a preliminary eligibility review based on admission requirements. Applicants who pass the preliminary review will be evaluated by the relevant school/department, and interviews may be arranged if necessary. Final admission decisions will be made on a comprehensive evaluation. Pre-admission letter can be downloaded from ECNU portal.

Step 3: Submit CSC Online Application

Applicants should register and apply online through https://studyinchina.csc.edu.cn/#/login. The China Scholarship Council will conduct a preliminary review of the application materials and organize anexpert evaluation. The final scholarship results will be determineded based on the expert review outcome.

Scholarship Type: Type A, Agency number: 1563, Program name: Youth of Excellence Scheme of China. 

Majors:

Step 4: Admission and Enrollment

Students who are officially admitted must log in to the designated website to download and print the electronic versions of the Admission Notice and the Confirmation Form for Study in China (JW201). The university will no longer issue paper copies.

Admitted students must register on the date specified in the admission letter and bring the original graduation certificate and diploma. Enrollment will be canceled if required certificates cannot be provided before September 1st, 2026.

* Track Application Status Online: Check your email or log in to your ECNU application account to track your application status. Please ensure that your email address is correct and checked regularly to avoid missing IMPORTANT INFORMATION, such as interview arrangements etc.

1. Applicants are responsible for fully understanding the application procedures and requirements, completing all steps as instructed, and submitting a complete and qualified application before the deadline. Applicants should regularly check the application portal and email for updates. Any consequences resulting from failure to follow the requirements or personal negligence shall be borne by the applicant.

2. The University will not process the following applications:

   (1) Applications with incomplete materials or without payment of the application fee.

   (2) Applications thatarenotsubmittedinthe online application system(suchasmail,email,etc).

3. During the application process, the University reserves the right to request original hard copies of application documents or certified verification documents issued by designated authorities for further review.

4. The University reserves the right to withdraw admission or student status under any of the following circumstances:

   (1) The applicant's nationality is subject to the final determination of the Exit and Entry Administration of China. If an applicant is found to hold Chinese nationality during or after the admission process, the University reserves the right to cancel the application, admission, or student status.

   (2) Applicants must ensure that all information and materials submitted are authentic and accurate. If any falsification or misrepresentation is verified by the University or relevant authorities, admission or student status will be revoked.

   (3) Applicants found to have issues related to academic integrity, professional ethics, honesty, or compliance with laws and regulations will not be admitted or will have their enrollment canceled.

   (4) Students may not be concurrently registered at more than one institution (except for officially approved joint programs). Violation of this rule will result in the cancellation of student status.

Global Education Center (GEC) of ECNU

Address: 2nd Floor Reception Hall, Gezhi Building(Physics Building), 3663 North Zhongshan Road, Shanghai, China

Tel: +86-21-62232013

Email: lxs@ecnu.edu.cn