Study in China: Xiamen University Scholarships 2026 for International Students

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Scholarships for undergraduate, masters and doctoral International applicants at the Xiamen University China, in accordance with the Chinese Government Scholarship Programme.

Application Deadline:

  • 10 April 2026

Tell Me About The Award:

Xiamen University (XMU), one of China’s leading institutions under the 211 Project, 985 Project, and Double First-Class Initiative, offers scholarships for international students pursuing Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degree programs. Established in 2006, the scholarships cover tuition fees and, for outstanding postgraduates, monthly living allowances aligned with Chinese Government Scholarship standards.

Which Fields are Eligible?

All degree programs offered at XMU, including:

  • Chinese-Medium Bachelor’s Programs
  • Chinese-Medium Master’s Programs
  • English-Medium Master’s Programs
  • Chinese-Medium Doctoral Programs
  • English-Medium Doctoral Programs

👉 Explore programs here:

  • Bachelor’s
  • Master’s (Chinese)
  • Master’s (English)
  • Doctoral (Chinese)
  • Doctoral (English)

Type:

  • University Scholarship | Tuition + Living Allowance (for selected postgraduates).

Who can Apply?

Applicants must:

  • Meet program-specific requirements.
  • Educational background and age limits (as of 1 September 2026):
    • Bachelor’s: High school diploma, under 25.
    • Master’s: Bachelor’s degree, under 40.
    • Doctoral: Master’s degree, under 45.

How are Applicants Selected?

  • Comprehensive review of academic record, language proficiency, overall merits, research achievements, and supervisor’s comments.
  • Final approval by university authorities.
  • Results published in mid-July 2026 on the admissions website.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

  • All international students worldwide.

Where will the Award be Taken?

  • Xiamen University, Fujian Province, China.

How Many Awards?

  • Bachelor’s: 5 (Second-class, tuition only)
  • Master’s: 3 (First-class, tuition + RMB 3,000/month), 8 (Second-class, tuition only)
  • Doctoral: 3 (First-class, tuition + RMB 3,500/month), 5 (Second-class, tuition only)

What is the Benefit of the Award?

  • Tuition fee coverage (all categories).
  • Monthly living allowance:
    • RMB 3,000/month (Master’s, First-class).
    • RMB 3,500/month (Doctoral, First-class).
  • Prestigious recognition at one of China’s top universities.

How Long Will the Award Last?

  • Bachelor’s: 4–5 years
  • Master’s: 2–3 years
  • Doctoral: 4 years (Subject to annual review; continuation depends on performance.)

How to Apply:

  1. Apply for admission to XMU via application portal.
  2. Complete and upload the Scholarship Application Form (download here).
  3. Submit all required documents online (no paper submission needed).
  4. Ensure authenticity of documents; incomplete/forged materials will be rejected.
  5. Keep phone/email active for communication from XMU Admissions Office.

Visit the Application Webpage for Details

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