Applications are now open for the 2027 Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU) Scholarship for international students seeking to pursue undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral degree programmes in China.
The Beijing Foreign Studies University Scholarship 2027 provides a fully funded opportunity covering tuition fees, accommodation, monthly living allowance, and comprehensive medical insurance for eligible international students studying in China.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU)
- Host Country: China
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships | Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Up to ¥45,000 Annual Stipend | Accommodation | Medical Insurance
- IELTS: Not Required
- Deadline: November 30, 2026
Scholarship Details
Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU) is inviting outstanding international students to apply for its 2027 scholarship programmes in China. Through the Beijing Government Scholarship (BGS) and selected Chinese Government Scholarships, the university provides financial support to qualified international applicants pursuing undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and selected non-degree programmes.
The scholarship is designed to attract talented students from around the world by covering major study expenses while promoting academic excellence and international cultural exchange.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Beijing Foreign Studies University Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a non-Chinese citizen.
- Be friendly towards China and be in good physical and mental health.
Academic Background & Age Requirements
- Bachelor’s applicants: High school graduate or equivalent, under 25 years old.
- Master’s applicants: Bachelor’s degree holder or equivalent, under 35 years old.
- Doctoral applicants: Master’s degree holder or equivalent, under 40 years old.
- Foundation programme applicants: High school graduate or equivalent with pre-admission notice, under 24 years old.
- Visiting or exchange students: Bachelor’s degree holder or current undergraduate/postgraduate student, under 45 years old.
- Visiting scholars: Master’s degree or above, or associate professor title (or higher), under 50 years old.
Language & Academic Requirements
- For Chinese-taught programmes:
- Foundation and visiting programmes: Minimum HSK Level 3.
- Degree programmes: Minimum HSK Level 4.
- For foreign language-taught programmes:
- Meet the language requirements specified by the relevant faculty.
- Have a minimum academic average of 80/100 or GPA 3.0.
- Current students must have an average score of at least 80 in the previous academic year.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants for the Beijing Foreign Studies University Scholarship may receive one of the following scholarship categories:
- Category A
- Full tuition waiver.
- Accommodation.
- Monthly living allowance.
- Comprehensive medical insurance.
- Category B
- Full tuition waiver.
- Accommodation.
- Comprehensive medical insurance.
- Category C
- Full tuition waiver.
- Comprehensive medical insurance.
Additional Benefits
- Free on-campus accommodation.
- Off-campus accommodation allowance:
- Undergraduate & Master’s students: RMB 700 per month.
- Doctoral students: RMB 1,000 per month.
- Monthly living allowance:
- Undergraduate students: RMB 2,500.
- Master’s students: RMB 3,000.
- Doctoral students: RMB 3,500.
- Comprehensive medical insurance worth RMB 800 per student.
Available Chinese Government Scholarships
- Chinese Government Scholarship (Type A)
- Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B) – University Postgraduate Program
- Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B) – Silk Road Program
- International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship
- China Studies Program – PhD Fellowship
- China Studies Program – Advanced Chinese Interpretation and Translation Training Program for Overseas Talents
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants should prepare:
- Completed Beijing Government Scholarship Application Form.
- Highest academic certificate.
- Academic transcripts.
- Language proficiency certificates (HSK, IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent where applicable).
- CSCA score report (for undergraduate applicants).
- Recommendation letters and award certificates (if available).
- Other documents specified in the BFSU International Student Admission Brochure.
How to Apply
To apply for the Beijing Foreign Studies University Scholarship:
- Visit the official BFSU scholarship application webpage.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload all required supporting documents.
- Submit your application before November 30, 2026.
- Kindly wait for feedback from the International Admissions Office.
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