Chinese Government Scholarship-Hunan Normal University International Graduate Program

Application for 2022/2023 Chinese Government Scholarship-Hunan Normal University International Graduate Program

As one of the key universities listed in the national Double First Class Initiative, Hunan Normal University (HNNU) has been mandated by the China Scholarship Council (CSC) to accept application for 2022/2023 Chinese Government Scholarship (hereinafter referred to as CGS) International Graduate Program.

I. Application Eligibility

1. Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens who are, in principle, currently residing overseas and not on a graduate program. 

(This year's international graduates from bachelor's and master's programs in China are also recommended for the scholarship based on merit.) 

2. Applicants shall meet requirements specified by the Application Guide for Chinese Government Scholarship. Applicants must have passed the HSK (Level 4) when applying for a Chinese-taught postgraduate program. Degree holders from Chinese-taught bachelor's and master's programs at Chinese universities are not required to provide a Chinese proficiency certificate (HSK).

3. Applicants shall have already received the Pre-admission Letter issued by HNNU's Department of International Cooperation and Exchange before submitting application form via the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System (CGSIS).

II. Notes

1. Before submitting online application, please read the Instructions for Chinese Government Scholarship Information System (CGSIS) (Appendix 1) and Chinese Government Scholarships Application (Appendix 2) carefully, and make sure the instructions are followed closely and all required documents uploaded in the system to secure a successful submission. Documents in a language other than Chinese and English must be translated into English. The Physical Examination Report must be completely filled out.

2. A 5-minute self-introduction video is required for HNNU initial review. It should be in either Chinese or English, and include an applicant's academic background, study plan, personal strengths, and aspired career choice upon graduation. The video shall be sent to study@hunnu.edu.cn. no later than April 10, 2022, using the applicant's passport name and passport number as the E-mail's subject line.

3. Once awarded a CGS scholarship, recipients who are still on the program must not apply for other scholarships (excluding single merit scholarships) funded by the Chinese government at all levels and by host institutions. Once found, the application will be disqualified and any disbursed fund retrieved. Failure to receive timely notification of concurrent financial aid can result in ineligibility for CGS programs for 3 years.

III. Application Process

1. Check out the programs on offer at HNNU, and find your major of choice by visiting the website of Study in China (http://www.campuschina.org) or HNNU official webpage (https://oiec.hunnu.edu.cn/info/1061/3216.htm).

2. Contact HNNU's Department of International Cooperation and Exchange for the Pre-admission Letter.

3. Contact study@hunnu.edu.cn to get a QR code to join a WeChat group for applicants and HNNU admissions counselors who are ready to help.

4. Register and submit the Application Form online at the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System(http://www.campuschina.org). (See Appendix 2).

5. Online application is due to be submitted no later than April 10, 2022. Overdue applications will not be accepted.

6. No later than April 20, 2022, HNNU shall process all eligible applications by examining their study plan, academic performance, research capability, language proficiency, health condition, Certificate of Non-Criminal Record, etc.

7. A list of recommended candidates shall be submitted to the CSC no later than April 24, 2022.

Contact: Mr. Cai, Ms. Hu

Tel: 0086-731-88872992

E-mail: study@hunnu.edu.cn

Address: Room 227A, Department of International Cooperation and Exchanges, Hunan Normal University

Appendix 1: Instructions for Chinese Government Scholarship Information System (CGSIS)

Appendix 2. Chinese Government Scholarship Application

Appendix 3. HNNU Graduate Programs 2022/2023

【《中国政府奖学金来华留学管理信息系统申请人用户操作说明》Instructions for Chinese Government Scholarship Information System (CGSIS).pdf】

【《中国政府奖学金申请材料清单》 Chinese Government Scholarship Application.pdf】

【《2022-2023学年硕士、博士研究生专业目录》HNNU Graduate Programs 2022-2023（0318更新）.pdf】