Northeastern University NEU CSC Scholarship 2027-2028 | Fully Funded Master’s & PhD in China
Northeastern University CSC Scholarship 2027-2028 | Fully Funded Master’s & PhD in China
Northeastern University (NEU) has announced its 2027 Chinese Government Scholarship — High-Level Postgraduate Program and Silk Road Program.
Both are fully funded Type B scholarships supporting outstanding international students pursuing master’s and doctoral degrees.
Application Period: 1 November 2026–31 January 2027
Scholarship Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| University | Northeastern University |
| Location | Shenyang, China |
| Scholarships | CSC High-Level Postgraduate Program and Silk Road Program |
| Scholarship Category | Type B |
| Degree Levels | Master’s and PhD |
| Master’s Funding Duration | 2–3 years |
| PhD Funding Duration | 4 years |
| Teaching Languages | Mainly Chinese; some programs available in English |
| Agency Number | 10145 |
| Applications Open | 1 November 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 31 January 2027 |
| Admission Results | No later than July 2027 |
| Enrollment | September 2027 |
The scholarship duration is determined at admission and will generally not be extended.
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarships provide:
- Full tuition waiver.
- Free on-campus accommodation.
- CNY 3,000 monthly living allowance for master’s students.
- CNY 3,500 monthly living allowance for doctoral students.
- Comprehensive medical insurance.
International travel expenses must be covered by the applicant.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens in good health.
| Degree | Academic Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Master’s | Bachelor’s degree | No more than 35 years old |
| PhD | Master’s degree | No more than 40 years old |
Available Programs
NEU offers Chinese-taught programs and selected English-taught programs.
Consult the official 2027 Master’s Program Catalog and 2027 Doctoral Program Catalog for available majors and teaching languages. The doctoral catalog also provides supervisor contact information.
Download links are provided below.
Language Requirements
Chinese-Taught Programs
Applicants must provide:
- HSK Level 4 with at least 180 points.
- An HSK result within its two-year validity period.
English-Taught Programs
Applicants may submit one of the following:
| English Proficiency Evidence | Requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS | 5.5 or above |
| TOEFL | 80 or above |
| Duolingo English Test | 100 or above |
| Previous English-taught education | Proof that the previous stage of study was taught in English |
Applicants from countries where English is an official language are exempt from submitting English proficiency evidence.
If a master’s or doctoral applicant cannot provide the listed evidence, the supervisor and department may assess language proficiency through an interview and written examination. Acceptance under this provision depends on their assessment.
Is a Supervisor Acceptance Letter Required?
| Degree Level | Requirement |
|---|---|
| PhD | Mandatory: 2027 NEU Supervisor Acceptance Letter |
| Master’s | Not compulsory |
PhD applicants should contact a supervisor for assessment and obtain the acceptance letter before submitting their complete application.
Use the doctoral program catalog to find supervisor contacts and the official acceptance-letter template linked below.
Required Documents
1. Chinese Government Scholarship Application Form
Complete and submit the CSC online application, then download the application form for submission to NEU.
2. Northeastern University Application Form
Complete the application through NEU’s International Student Application System.
Applications must be submitted in both the CSC and NEU systems.
3. Notarized Highest Academic Qualification
Submit a notarized certificate of your highest qualification.
Current students must also provide an official certificate of enrollment. Documents in languages other than Chinese or English require notarized Chinese or English translations.
4. Academic Transcripts
Provide official, stamped transcripts from undergraduate studies onwards, including master’s and doctoral studies where applicable, through the most recent semester.
Submit the required notarized translations for documents in other languages.
5. Study Plan
Submit a study plan of at least 1,000 words, written in Chinese or English, explaining your intended major or research direction.
Doctoral research plans must be signed by the supervisor.
6. Two Recommendation Letters
Provide two letters from professors or associate professors at your graduating institution.
Letters must be written in Chinese or English and address your study objectives, overall abilities and future potential.
7. Physical Examination Record and Blood Test Reports
Submit the completed Foreigner Physical Examination Record, in Chinese or English, together with the required blood test reports.
The examination must take place on or after 1 November 2026.
The form must include all required examination items, your photograph, a stamp across the photograph, and the physician’s and hospital’s signatures and stamps.
8. Passport Copies
Submit:
- Your passport information page.
- A blank visa page.
Your passport must remain valid beyond 1 December 2027.
9. Language Proficiency Evidence
Provide the relevant HSK certificate, English test result or other accepted evidence described above.
10. Non-Criminal Record Certificate
Submit a non-criminal record certificate within its six-month validity period.
If it is unavailable during application, the university permits the signed Non-Criminal Record Commitment Letter as a temporary substitute.
11. Additional Documents Where Applicable
- PhD applicants: 2027 NEU Supervisor Acceptance Letter.
- Employed applicants: Employment certificate issued by the employer.
- Applicants studying or working in China: Valid Chinese visa or residence permit and a Foreigner Temporary Accommodation Registration Form.
- Currently unemployed applicants: Signed personal statement.
How to Apply
Application order: CSC portal first → NEU portal second.
PhD applicants should prepare their mandatory supervisor acceptance letter before completing the applications.
Step 1: Submit Your CSC Application
Visit the CSC Online Application System.
Complete the scholarship application using:
- Program Category: Type B
- Agency Number: 10145 — Northeastern University
Upload the required documents, submit the application and download the Chinese Government Scholarship Application Form.
Step 2: Submit Your NEU Application
Visit the Northeastern University International Student Application System.
Complete the university application and upload:
- Your downloaded CSC application form.
- All other required supporting documents.
Complete both applications between 1 November 2026 and 31 January 2027.
Submitting only the CSC application or only the NEU application is insufficient. The university states that application materials submitted outside the required registration systems will not be accepted.
Admission Results and Enrollment
Applicants will be notified of admission results no later than July 2027.
Enrollment is scheduled for September 2027.
Scholarship recipients cannot change their admitted institution after arriving in China. Changes of major or study duration are generally not permitted.
Official Program Catalogs and Application Templates
- 2027 Master’s Program Catalog — PDF
- 2027 Doctoral Program Catalog and Supervisor Contacts — PDF
- Study Plan Reference Template — DOCX
- Recommendation Letter Template — DOCX
- Foreigner Physical Examination Record — PDF
- Non-Criminal Record Commitment Letter — DOCX
- 2027 Supervisor Acceptance Letter — DOCX
Contact Information
School of International Education, Northeastern University
- Email: lxsh@mail.neu.edu.cn
- Telephone: +86-24-23892157
- Application Portal: studyinneu.neu.edu.cn
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