The ANSO Scholarship for Young Talents 2026 in China offers a fully funded opportunity for international students to pursue Master’s and PhD degrees at top Chinese universities. This scholarship awards 500 scholarships annually, with 200 for Master’s programs and 300 for PhD studies, available at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) and the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS). Open to students worldwide, this scholarship supports a wide range of academic fields, including science, technology, engineering, life sciences, and interdisciplinary research.
The scholarship covers full tuition fees, application fees, monthly stipends, health insurance, and a one-time travel subsidy for students coming to China. Master’s degree recipients receive a monthly stipend of 3,000 RMB, while PhD candidates receive between 6,000 and 7,000 RMB per month depending on their qualification test results. The scholarship also includes comprehensive health coverage and covers travel expenses for one trip from the student’s home country to China.
Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens and meet specific age requirements: those applying for a Master’s degree should be born on or after January 1, 1996, and PhD applicants should be born on or after January 1, 1991. Proficiency in English or Chinese is required to ensure academic success. Scholarship recipients are expected to focus entirely on their studies and research without taking up other assignments during the scholarship period.
To apply, students need to submit a valid passport with at least two years of validity, academic transcripts, degree certificates or pre-graduation certificates, a detailed CV, a research proposal, two reference letters, proof of language proficiency, and a Foreigner Physical Examination Form. PhD applicants are encouraged to provide copies of published research papers if available. The deadline for applications is January 31, 2026, and applicants may apply to only one university, choosing “the ANSO Scholarship for Young Talents” option during the online application process.
This fully funded ANSO Scholarship program not only offers financial support but also provides access to China’s leading research institutions, fostering an international academic environment for innovation and collaboration. It is an excellent opportunity for students worldwide who aspire to pursue advanced studies and contribute to global scientific progress.
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