Applications for the 2027/2028 Chinese Government Scholarship are now open. Students from New South Wales who are interested in pursuing higher education in China are welcome to submit your application to the Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China in Sydney through the online application portal.
1. Scholarship Overview
The Chinese Government Scholarship provides a full scholarship, covering tuition fees, free university dormitory, stipends and comprehensive medical insurance. Please note that international travel expenses are NOT covered.
2. Application Procedure
Applicants are required to complete the online application and upload all supporting documents through the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System (CGSIS).
Website: https://studyinchina.csc.edu.cn/#/login
When completing the online application, please select Type A and enter the following agency number: 0361 (Sydney)
The completed online application and all required supporting documents must be submitted by 12 February, 2027.
No hard-copy application materials are required.
3. Important Notice for Undergraduate Applicants
Applicants for undergraduate programs are required to register for and take the China Scholastic Competency Assessment (CSCA) before submitting their scholarship applications. A valid CSCA Score Report must be obtained and uploaded to the scholarship application system. Applicants are also advised to contact their prospective Chinese universities to confirm the required CSCA subjects for their intended programs.
CSCA Examination Dates for Undergraduate Applicants: In line with the application timeline for NSW applicants, undergraduate applicants may sit the CSCA examinations scheduled for 19 December 2026 or 23 January 2027.
For detailed information on examination registration, requirements and arrangements, please visit the official CSCA website: https://www.csca.cn.
4. Further Information
Please refer to the following documents for detailed instructions on the specific admission requirements and the online application process. For further information, please visit the China Scholarship Council website, www.campuschina.org.
(2)Instructions for the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System.pdf
(1)Application Requirements.pdf