Yunnan Normal University Language Teachers Scholarship 2026 in China (Fully Funded)

The Yunnan Normal University Language Teachers Scholarship 2026 is now open for international students under the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship program. Supported by the Center for Language Education and Cooperation, this fully funded opportunity is designed to train future Chinese language educators worldwide.

Hosted by Yunnan Normal University in Kunming, the program offers comprehensive financial support and professional training for students passionate about teaching Mandarin and promoting cross-cultural communication.

Scholarship Overview

Host University: Yunnan Normal University

Scholarship Provider: Center for Language Education and Cooperation

Program Name: International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship

Degree Level: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, and Non-degree programs

Funding Type: Fully Funded

Location: Kunming, China

Application Deadline: 15 May 2026 (September intake)

Degree Level

The scholarship supports multiple study options:

Bachelor’s Degree in Chinese Language Education
Master’s Degree (MTCSOL)
Doctoral (PhD) Programs
One-year and one-semester training programs

Available Subjects

Chinese Language Teaching
Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages (TCSOL)
Chinese Linguistics and Literature
Related education and language fields

Benefits

This is a fully funded scholarship, covering:

Full tuition fees
Free on-campus accommodation
Monthly stipend:
- CNY 2,500 (Bachelor’s / short-term programs)
- CNY 3,000 (Master’s)
- CNY 3,500 (PhD)
Comprehensive medical insurance

Note: International travel costs are not included.

Eligible Nationalities

Open to non-Chinese citizens worldwide

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Be non-Chinese citizens in good health
Be aged:
- 16–35 years (general applicants)
- Up to 45 years (in-service teachers)
Have a strong interest in Chinese language education
Hold valid:
- HSK (written Chinese proficiency)
- HSKK (oral proficiency)
Have a strong academic background
Meet specific degree requirements:
- Bachelor’s for Master’s applicants
- Master’s for PhD applicants

Application Procedure

Required Documents

Applicants must prepare:

Passport copy
HSK and HSKK certificates
Academic transcripts and diplomas
Recommendation letters (for postgraduate applicants)
Study or research plan
Recommendation letter from a recommending institution (e.g., Confucius Institute)
Employment proof (for in-service teachers)

How to Apply

The application involves two systems:

Step 1: Apply via CLEC Portal

Register and apply through the official scholarship platform
Select Yunnan Normal University as the host institution

Step 2: Apply to University Portal

Submit application through the university’s system

Step 3: Recommendation & Review

A recommending institution reviews and forwards your application
Final selection is made by Center for Language Education and Cooperation

Important Dates

Application Opens: 1 March 2026
Deadline: 15 May 2026
Results Announcement: Around 3 months before program start

Why Choose Yunnan Normal University?

Yunnan Normal University is one of China’s leading institutions for training international Chinese language teachers. Located in Kunming, a culturally diverse and affordable city, the university provides an ideal environment for language immersion and professional development.

Graduates of this program often pursue careers in: