Donghua University CSC Scholarship 2027-2028 | Fully Funded Master’s & PhD in China
Donghua University CSC Scholarship 2027-2028 | Fully Funded Master’s & PhD in China
Donghua University (DHU), located in Shanghai, China, has announced its 2027 admission schedule for international students applying under the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) – High-Level Graduate Scholarship Program (Type B).
This scholarship provides opportunities for outstanding international students to pursue Master’s and Doctoral degrees at Donghua University.
The university first evaluates applicants through its own online admission system. Successful applicants receive a Pre-admission Letter and can then proceed with the CSC Type B scholarship evaluation through the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System.
According to the latest detailed CSC Type B scholarship announcement, the program provides full scholarship coverage, including tuition fees, accommodation, medical insurance and monthly living allowances. However, that detailed scholarship announcement covers the 2026–2027 cycle; applicants should confirm the financial terms in the updated 2027 notice.
2027 Phase 1 Application Deadline: January 31, 2027
Final Scholarship Application Deadline: April 15, 2027 (18:00 Beijing Time)
1. Scholarship Overview
- University: Donghua University (DHU)
- Location: Shanghai, China
- Scholarship: Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)
- Program: High-Level Graduate Scholarship Program
- Scholarship Category: Type B
- Academic Year: 2027
- Degree Levels: Master’s and PhD
- Agency Number: 10255 (according to the latest detailed Type B guide; reconfirm for 2027)
- Application Opens: December 1, 2026
- Phase 1 Deadline: January 31, 2027
- Final Scholarship Deadline: April 15, 2027
- University Application Fee: 800 RMB
- CSC System: Online
2. Scholarship Benefits
The latest detailed Donghua University Type B announcement for 2026–2027 describes the High-Level Graduate Scholarship as a full scholarship.
Full Scholarship Coverage
| Scholarship Benefits | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | Fully Covered |
| On-Campus Accommodation | Fully Covered |
| Medical Insurance | Fully Covered |
| Master’s Monthly Stipend | 3,000 RMB |
| PhD Monthly Stipend | 3,500 RMB |
Important: These are the benefits stated in the previous detailed Type B announcement. Donghua University’s 2027 admission timeline confirms the High-Level Graduate Scholarship evaluation for 2027, but the updated 2027 benefit details should be checked when the university publishes its new scholarship-specific guide.
3. Available Degree Programs
The CSC Type B High-Level Graduate Program supports:
Master’s Degree
- Standard duration: 2.5–3 years.
- Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.
Doctoral Degree (PhD)
- Standard duration: 4 years.
- Applicants must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent qualification.
Applicants can explore the university’s academic programs through the following official pages:
2027 Master’s Programs:
https://english.dhu.edu.cn/graduate/list.htm
2027 Doctoral Programs:
https://english.dhu.edu.cn/DoctoralPrograms/list.htm
2027 Master’s Research Directions and Faculties Information:
Download Official 2027 Research Directions PDF
Applicants should check the teaching language and availability of their selected major.
4. Eligibility Criteria
The latest detailed university admission guides provide the following requirements for postgraduate applicants.
Master’s Degree Applicants
- Must hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.
- Entrance scholarship applicants in the previous detailed guide must be under 35 years of age.
- Must be non-Chinese citizens.
- Must be in good physical and mental health.
- Must have sufficient financial resources.
- Must have no criminal record.
PhD Applicants
- Must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent qualification.
- Entrance scholarship applicants in the previous detailed guide must be under 40 years of age.
- Must be non-Chinese citizens.
- Must be in good physical and mental health.
- Must have sufficient financial resources.
- Must have no criminal record.
Important: These age requirements are from the latest detailed 2026 admission guides. Applicants should check the updated 2027 Master’s and Doctoral Application Guides before submitting their applications.
5. Language Requirements
According to the latest detailed postgraduate application guides, the language requirements are:
A. Chinese-Taught Programs
- HSK Level 5.
- Minimum score: 210.
Applicants whose previous degree was entirely taught in Chinese may qualify for an exemption by submitting an official Medium of Instruction certificate, subject to university verification.
B. English-Taught Programs
Applicants must provide one of the following:
- IELTS Academic: 6.0 or above.
- TOEFL iBT: 80 or above.
Applicants whose previous degree was entirely taught in English may qualify for an exemption by submitting an official English Medium of Instruction certificate, subject to university verification.
The university may also require an additional language test or interview during the application review.
Note: These are the latest detailed 2026 guide requirements, not a substitute for the updated 2027 program-specific requirements.
6. Required Application Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents according to the latest detailed Donghua University postgraduate application guides.
Complete Document Checklist
1. Passport Copy
- Clear scanned copy of the passport information page.
- Passport must meet the validity requirement specified in the applicable 2027 guide.
- Applicants who have previously visited China must also provide relevant visa and entry-stamp pages.
2. Highest Academic Degree Certificates
For Master’s applicants:
- Bachelor’s degree certificate.
- Bachelor’s graduation certificate.
For PhD applicants:
- Bachelor’s degree certificate.
- Bachelor’s graduation certificate.
- Master’s degree certificate.
- Master’s graduation certificate.
Applicants who have not yet graduated may submit an official Pending Certificate or expected graduation certificate.
3. Academic Transcripts
- Complete transcripts from previous academic degrees.
- All semesters must be included.
- Official university stamp or authorized signature is required.
- An official grading-scale explanation should also be provided.
- Documents in other languages must be translated into Chinese or English and notarized.
4. Language Proficiency Certificate
- HSK certificate for Chinese-taught programs.
- IELTS or TOEFL certificate for English-taught programs.
- Official MOI certificate where an exemption is applicable.
5. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
The CV should include:
- Personal information.
- Educational background.
- Work and internship experience, if any.
- Research projects.
- Publications and academic achievements.
- Awards and professional qualifications.
- Contact information.
The CV should be written in the teaching language of the selected program.
6. Research Proposal and Study Plan
Applicants must submit a research proposal and study plan according to their selected program.
The documents should explain:
- Research topic.
- Research objectives.
- Research background.
- Literature review.
- Research methodology.
- Expected results.
- Academic and future career plans.
- Reasons for choosing Donghua University and the selected program.
Doctoral applicants should prepare the research proposal cover page with the required supervisor signature.
7. Two Recommendation Letters
Applicants must provide two recommendation letters.
Requirements:
- Written in Chinese or English.
- From two different referees familiar with the applicant’s academic or professional abilities.
- At least one should normally be from an academic referee.
- Must include the referees’ names, positions, institutional affiliations, signatures and contact details.
8. Supervision Intention Letter (SIL)
Applicants should check the applicable program requirements for the Supervision Intention Letter.
Postgraduate applicants are encouraged to contact potential supervisors before submitting their applications.
9. Non-Criminal Record Certificate
- Issued by the relevant local public security authority or government department.
- Must meet the issue-date requirements of the updated 2027 guide.
10. Foreigner Physical Examination Form
Applicants must submit the completed Foreigner Physical Examination Form.
Requirements include:
- Complete medical examination.
- Physician’s signature.
- Official hospital stamp.
- Applicant’s photograph sealed with the hospital stamp.
- Relevant laboratory and supplementary examination reports.
Incomplete forms may be rejected.
11. Statement of Financial Support
Applicants must submit the university’s prescribed financial support statement.
A financial guarantor may also be required to sign the document to demonstrate the ability to cover expenses outside the scholarship coverage.
12. CSC Application Form
- Complete the Chinese Government Scholarship online application.
- Select Type B.
- Download the completed application form.
- Sign the form.
- Upload it through the Donghua University application system as instructed.
13. Other Supporting Documents
Applicants may also submit:
- Published research papers.
- Academic awards.
- Professional qualifications.
- Certificates.
- Other relevant academic achievements.
Important: The 2027 application guides are being updated progressively. Applicants should check the final 2027 document requirements before submitting their applications.
7. Application Procedure
Applicants must complete the university application first and then proceed with the CSC Type B application after receiving the Pre-admission Letter.
Step 1: Register on Donghua University’s Application Portal
Visit:
https://admissions.dhu.edu.cn/
- Register an account.
- Complete your personal information.
- Select your preferred Master’s or PhD program.
- Upload all required documents.
- Under Source of Funding, select the relevant entrance scholarship option.
- Pay the university application fee of 800 RMB.
- Submit your application.
Make sure the application status changes to Submitted.
Step 2: Wait for University Evaluation
Donghua University will review the application and supporting documents.
Applicants should regularly check their online accounts and registered email addresses.
The university may request additional documents, corrections, interviews or language assessments.
Step 3: Receive the Pre-admission Letter
According to the 2027 university timeline, postgraduate applicants who pass the university review will successively receive their Pre-admission Letters around March 20, 2027.
Step 4: Complete the CSC Type B Application
Visit the official Chinese Government Scholarship Information System:
- Register or log in.
- Complete the CSC application form.
- Select Scholarship Category: Type B.
- Enter Donghua University’s Agency Number: 10255, as given in its latest detailed Type B guide.
- Complete the study plan according to your Pre-admission Letter.
- Upload the Pre-admission Letter.
- Update and upload all required supporting documents.
- Submit the application.
Step 5: Inform Donghua University
After submitting the CSC application:
- Note the CSC application serial number.
- Inform Donghua University through its official email.
- Follow the university’s instructions for the High-Level Graduate Scholarship evaluation.
Important: The university specifically instructs applicants to notify it of the CSC application serial number. Failure to do so may result in missing the scholarship evaluation opportunity.
Step 6: Final CSC Evaluation
The China Scholarship Council will organize expert evaluation and decide whether to award the scholarship.
The university’s 2027 schedule indicates that the results of the High-Level Graduate Scholarship evaluation will be released approximately 1–2 months after the relevant CSC application process.
8. Application Timeline for 2027
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Postgraduate Application Opens | December 1, 2026 |
| Phase 1 Scholarship Deadline | January 31, 2027 |
| Pre-admission Letters | Around March 20, 2027 |
| Phase 2 Scholarship Deadline | April 15, 2027 |
| Scholarship Evaluation | After CSC submission |
| Admission Results | May–June 2027 |
| Registration | Late August–Early September 2027 |
Important: January 31 is the preferred Phase 1 deadline for increasing the chance of consideration for the High-Level Graduate Scholarship. The final scholarship application channels close on April 15 at 18:00 Beijing Time.
9. University Application Fee
The university requires an online application fee of:
800 RMB
Important instructions:
- The fee must be paid through Donghua University’s online application system.
- Applications may become invalid if the payment is not completed.
- The application fee is non-refundable according to the detailed application guide.
- There is no additional application fee to pay in the CSC system.
10. Important Instructions
- This High-Level Graduate Scholarship program is for Master’s and Doctoral applicants.
- Apply directly through Donghua University’s official online application system.
- The university’s Pre-admission Letter is required for the subsequent Type B scholarship process.
- The CSC application must be submitted under Category Type B.
- Upload the Pre-admission Letter to the CSC system.
- Inform Donghua University of the CSC application serial number immediately after submission.
- Applicants must submit authentic and complete documents.
- Scholarship recipients must participate in the annual scholarship review.
- Scholarship recipients cannot change the university, major, teaching language or study duration stated in the Admission Notice.
- Final scholarship selection is subject to CSC expert evaluation.
11. University Contact Information
Donghua University – International Education Center
- Email: iec@dhu.edu.cn
- Application Portal: https://admissions.dhu.edu.cn/
- University Website: https://english.dhu.edu.cn/
- Songjiang Campus: 2999 North Renmin Road, Shanghai 201620, China.
- Yan’an Road Campus: 1882 West Yan’an Road, Shanghai 200051, China.
12. Important Official Links
Donghua University 2027 Admission Timeline:
https://english.dhu.edu.cn/2025/1110/c5221a384186/page.htm
CSC Type B High-Level Graduate Scholarship Information:
https://english.dhu.edu.cn/2022/1125/c5221a318633/page.htm
Donghua University Online Application Portal:
https://admissions.dhu.edu.cn/
CSC Online Application System:
2027 Master’s Programs:
https://english.dhu.edu.cn/graduate/list.htm
2027 Doctoral Programs:
https://english.dhu.edu.cn/DoctoralPrograms/list.htm
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