Students looking to pursue higher education in China have reason to rejoice as the Tianjin Government has announced a fully funded scholarship program, providing financial support for tuition fees, living expenses, and medical insurance. Here’s all you need to know about this exciting opportunity:
Scholarship Details:
- The TGS Scholarship, offered by the Tianjin Government, covers tuition fees, provides a monthly stipend for living expenses, and includes medical insurance coverage.
- Unlike the Chinese Government Scholarship, this program is specifically from the Tianjin Government and is available for both prospective and current students at Tianjin University.
- The scholarship is awarded for one year, and students can apply for it every year. The duration of master’s programs supported by the scholarship is 2-3 years, while for PhD programs, it’s 4 years.
Prize Levels and Benefits:
- For master’s students, there are two prize levels. The first prize includes 30,000 RMB for tuition, a monthly living allowance of 1,700 RMB for 10 months, and 800 RMB for medical insurance. The second prize also covers 30,000 RMB for tuition.
- For PhD students, the first prize includes 38,000 RMB for tuition, a monthly living allowance of 2,000 RMB for 10 months, and 800 RMB for medical insurance. The second prize also covers 38,000 RMB for tuition.
Eligibility Criteria:
- The scholarship is open to all international students, except for Chinese nationals.
- Applicants must be in good health.
- For master’s degree programs, applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree and be under 35 years old. For PhD programs, applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree and be under 40 years old.
- IELTS/TOEFL scores are not required for native English speakers or those who completed their undergraduate/master’s degree in English.
Application Process:
- Applicants need to submit various documents, including scanned copies of their highest diploma/transcripts, passport, Tianjin Government Scholarship Application Form, study experience resume, study or research plan, two recommendation letters, acceptance letter (if available), physical examination record for foreigners, scan of non-criminal record or student performance letter, and a financial statement.
- The application should be completed online according to the schedule provided.
- Interested students can find more information and apply for the scholarship on the official website of Tianjin University: Tianjin University Scholarship Application Page
This fully funded scholarship presents an excellent opportunity for students to pursue their academic goals in China with financial support and stipends to cover their expenses. Don’t miss out on this chance to advance your education and broaden your horizons!
