Shandong University Scholarship 2026 , China (Fully Funded)
Pursue your studies in China! Applications for the Shandong University Scholarship are now open for international students. This fully funded scholarship offers an excellent opportunity to study at one of China’s top-ranked universities with comprehensive financial support.
In this article, you’ll find complete details about the scholarship, including benefits, eligibility criteria, available programs, and a step-by-step application process.
About Shandong University
Shandong University (SDU) is a leading comprehensive university in China with a strong global reputation. The university offers a wide range of academic disciplines, including philosophy, economics, law, education, literature, history, science, engineering, agriculture, medicine, management, and fine arts.
SDU hosts:
44 first-level doctoral programs
51 first-level master’s programs
93 undergraduate programs
42 post-doctoral research programs
More than 18 disciplines are ranked in the top 1% of the ESI Global Rankings, and the university maintains partnerships with 200+ institutions across 30+ countries.
Degree Level
- Undergraduate
- Master’s
- PhD
Available Subjects
Courses Offered
Bachelor’s Programs
Economics
Foreign Languages and Literature
Mechanical Engineering
Control Science and Engineering
Management
Basic Medical Sciences
Nursing
Master’s Programs
Economics
Foreign Languages and Literature
Mathematics
Materials Science and Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Control Science and Engineering
Energy and Power Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Management
PhD Programs
Foreign Languages and Literature
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Control Science and Engineering
Energy and Power Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Benefits
Shandong University offers two types of scholarships:
Fully Funded Scholarship
Full tuition fee waiver
Monthly living allowance
Free on-campus accommodation
Comprehensive medical insurance
Partial Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver
Comprehensive medical insurance
Eligible Nationalities
Open to applicants of all nationalities.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Shandong University Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
Eligible Countries: All countries except China
Degree & Age Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree Applicants: High school diploma or equivalent, under 25 years old
Master’s Degree Applicants: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, under 35 years old
PhD Applicants: Master’s degree or equivalent, under 40 years old
Additional requirements:
Excellent academic performance
Strong research capability (especially for postgraduate applicants)
Applicants must not be receiving any other Chinese Government–funded scholarship during the award period
Language Requirements
For Chinese-Taught Programs
Bachelor’s: HSK 4 (minimum 210 points)
Master’s: HSK 5 (minimum 180 points)
PhD: HSK 6 (minimum 180 points)
For English-Taught Programs
Native English speakers (UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand) are exempt
Non-native speakers must submit one of the following:
IELTS: 6.0 or above
TOEFL iBT: 80 or above (DI code: C296)
Equivalent English proficiency certificate
Applicants who completed their previous degree in English are exempt, provided official proof is submitted.
Application Procedure
Follow these steps to apply:
Visit them SDU Online Application System for International Students
Create an account and complete the online application form
Fill out the Shandong University Scholarship Application Form in English or Chinese
Sign, scan, and upload all required documents
Submit the application before the deadline
Note: Paper applications are not required. Incomplete or fraudulent applications will be rejected.
Important Notes
All documents must be authentic and accurate
Applicants should remain reachable via the contact information provided
Final selection is based on academic merit and overall application quality
Official Website
For detailed and updated information, visit the official Shandong University Scholarship website.
