Central South University Youth of Excellence Scholarship 2027-2028 | Fully Funded Master’s in China

Central South University (CSU), China, has announced the 2027 Youth of Excellence Scheme of China Program under the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC).

This scholarship is designed to develop international professionals, government officials, senior managers and institutional leaders with strong leadership potential and international experience.

The program offers a fully funded opportunity to pursue an English-taught Master’s degree at Central South University.

Unlike ordinary postgraduate scholarships, this program has specific professional experience and leadership requirements. Applicants must have at least three years of work experience and meet one of the designated professional categories.

Application Deadline for University Documents: March 15, 2027

CSC Online Application Deadline: March 29, 2027

1. Scholarship Overview

• University: Central South University (CSU)
• Location: Changsha, Hunan Province, China
• Scholarship: Chinese Government Scholarship
• Program: Youth of Excellence Scheme of China
• Scholarship Category: Type A
• Degree Level: Master’s
• Teaching Language: English
• Scholarship Coverage: Full Scholarship
• Age Limit: Under 45 years
• Minimum Work Experience: 3 years
• CSC Agency Code: 1563
• University Application Email: csc@csu.edu.cn
• CSC Deadline: March 29, 2027

2. Available Programs at Central South University

The 2027 announcement lists three program areas:

1. English-Taught Master’s Degree Program for Mineral and Metallurgical Talented People.
2. Civil Engineering Infrastructure Construction and Maintenance Program.
3. English-Taught Master’s Degree Program for Traffic and Transportation Engineering Talented People.

Applicants should consult the official program introduction document for the detailed curriculum and program information.

Download Official Introduction of Programs (PDF)

3. Scholarship Benefits

The Youth of Excellence Scheme is offered as a full scholarship.

According to Central South University’s 2027 graduate funding guide, full scholarship coverage includes:

• Full tuition fee coverage.
• On-campus accommodation fees.
• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• Monthly living allowance.

The university’s announcement does not specify the exact monthly stipend amount for this particular program.

4. Scholarship Duration and Study Structure

The Master’s program normally lasts 12 months.

Some programs follow a special 1+1 study arrangement.

Under this arrangement:

• Students complete full-time coursework and research at a Chinese university during the first academic year.
• Students return to their home countries during the second academic year.
• They continue their professional work and complete their dissertation preparation based on their studies and actual work experience.
• Students return to China to defend their dissertations as required by the university.

A Master’s degree is awarded to students who successfully complete the required defense.

5. Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Must be citizens of countries other than the People’s Republic of China.
2. Must be under 45 years of age.
3. Must be in good physical and mental health.
4. Must hold a Bachelor’s degree or a higher academic qualification.
5. Must have at least three years of work experience.
6. Professional training or work experience related to the proposed program will be given preference.
7. Must obtain a pre-admission letter from Central South University.

Eligible Professional Categories

Applicants must belong to at least one of the following four categories:

1. Government officials at division-chief level or equivalent and above.
2. Senior managers of institutions or enterprises.
3. Administrators of universities or scientific research institutions.
4. Individuals with relevant employment or internship experience in international organizations.

Important: This is not a general Master’s scholarship for fresh graduates without professional experience. Applicants must meet the professional eligibility requirements.

6. English Language Requirements

All three program areas are taught in English.

Applicants must provide one of the following:

• IELTS: Minimum 6.0.
• TOEFL: Minimum 85.
• TOEFL new 1–6 scale: Minimum 4.0.
• Other valid proof of English proficiency accepted by CSU.

Applicants whose native language is English or who have completed a previous degree taught in English may be exempted from IELTS or TOEFL after verification by Central South University.

7. Required Application Documents

Applicants must prepare the following documents:

1. Passport Copy: Copy of the passport information page. The passport should have more than one year of remaining validity.
2. Academic Degree Certificates: Certificates from Bachelor’s level onwards. Documents in other languages must include notarized Chinese or English translations.
3. Academic Transcripts: Official stamped transcripts from Bachelor’s level onwards.
4. English Language Certificate: IELTS, TOEFL or other accepted English proficiency evidence.
5. Study Plan: Written in Chinese or English, explaining the proposed graduate research direction.
6. Proof of Employment: Must clearly mention the applicant’s job title and employment duration.
7. Updated CV: Academic and professional background.
8. Two Recommendation Letters: From professors, associate professors or appropriately qualified experts. Letters must be in Chinese or English, include contact information and be issued after October 1, 2026.
9. Foreigner Physical Examination Record: Must include a blood test report. The examination date must be after October 1, 2026.
10. Non-Criminal Record Certificate: Officially stamped Chinese or English certificate issued after October 1, 2026.
11. Published Research Papers: Applicants with published papers should submit them. Multiple papers must be combined into one PDF with a publication list and relevant first pages.
12. Other Supporting Documents: Awards, professional qualification certificates and relevant achievements.
13. Statement of Not Receiving Other Scholarships or Funding: Applicants must provide the declaration according to the university’s prescribed format.

Medical Examination Instructions

The physical examination must include all required examinations and blood tests.

Applicants must also provide the original chest X-ray, ECG and laboratory reports for HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B.

The examination form must include the applicant’s photograph, hospital stamp, physician’s signature and final examination opinion.

Recommendation Letter Instructions

The two recommendation letters must:

• Be written in Chinese or English.
• Include the recommenders’ contact details.
• Be issued after October 1, 2026.
• Evaluate the applicant’s study objectives, overall ability and future development.

8. Application Procedure

There are two important application stages.

Step 1: Send Documents to Central South University

Applicants must email their complete application documents to:

Email: csc@csu.edu.cn

Deadline: March 15, 2027, before 23:59.

Use the following email subject:

Application for Youth of Excellence Scheme of China Program Chinese Government Scholarship

The university will review the submitted documents and issue a pre-admission letter by email to applicants who meet its admission requirements.

Step 2: Apply Through the CSC Online System

Visit:

https://studyinchina.csc.edu.cn/#/login

Complete the online application and select:

• Scholarship Type: Type A.
• Agency Code: 1563.
• Scholarship Program: Youth of Excellence Scheme of China.

Applicants must already have received their Central South University pre-admission letter when submitting the CSC application.

CSC Online Application Deadline: March 29, 2027, before 23:59.

Step 3: CSC Evaluation

The China Scholarship Council will:

• Conduct an initial examination of applications.
• Arrange expert evaluation.
• Announce the final scholarship selection results.

9. Application Timeline

Activity	Timeline
Application Preparation	November 2026 – March 2027
Send Documents to CSU	March 15, 2027
CSC Online Application	March 29, 2027
Expert Evaluation	May 2027
Admission Results	June 2027
Visa Preparation	July–August 2027
Study Commencement	September 2027

10. Important Instructions

• Applicants must meet the professional experience and leadership-category requirements.
• A pre-admission letter from CSU is required before submitting the CSC online application.
• The university email deadline and CSC application deadline are different.
• The CSC category is Type A, not Type B.
• Applicants should submit clear and authentic documents.
• Published research papers and professional qualifications can strengthen an application.
• The university does not specify a separate application fee in this announcement.

11. University Contact Information

Central South University – School of International Education

• Email: csc@csu.edu.cn
• Telephone: +86-731-88836410
• Fax: +86-731-88836737
• Location: Changsha, Hunan Province, China.

12. Official Application Links

• Official Youth of Excellence Scholarship Announcement
• CSC Online Application System
• Official CSU Scholarship Page
• Introduction of Available Programs (PDF)

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