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The Chinese Government Scholarship – High Level Graduate Programs at the Central University of Finance and Economics (CUFE) is a fully funded initiative sponsored by the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China. It supports exceptional international students to pursue full-time master’s or doctoral studies in China.

CUFE is a leading national university directly under the Ministry of Education and jointly supported by the Ministry of Finance and the Beijing Municipal Government. Recognized under Project 211, the Project 985 Innovation Platform, and the Double First-Class Initiative, CUFE is distinguished for its world-class disciplines in applied economics (rated A+ nationally) and its reputation as the “cradle of financial and economic experts in China.” The university is located in Beijing, offering direct access to the capital’s governmental, financial, and cultural hubs.

Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens in good physical and mental health.
Master’s applicants must hold a recognized bachelor’s degree and be under 35 years old.
PhD applicants must hold a recognized master’s degree and be under 40 years old.
Meet CUFE’s academic and ethical standards and comply with Ministry of Education Document No.12 (2020).
Satisfy the language proficiency requirements:
- Chinese-taught programs: HSK Level 5, score ≥ 210.
- English-taught programs: valid IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC, Duolingo, or other recognized proof of English proficiency.

CSC Application Form (Type B, Agency No. 10034).
CUFE Application Form (automatically generated by CUFE Online System, with scanned signature).
Passport copy (personal information page).
Degree certificates (bachelor’s/master’s) or enrollment certificate for current students.
Academic transcripts from all higher education stages.
Language proficiency certificate (HSK / IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo, as applicable).
Study plan (800–1,000 words).
Master’s thesis or equivalent (for PhD applicants).
Two recommendation letters (from associate professors or higher).
Foreigner Physical Examination Form.
Non-Criminal Record Certificate (issued by local authorities).

Note: All documents must be in Chinese or English. Non-Chinese/English documents require notarized translations. Submitted materials and application fees are non-refundable.

Step 1 – Apply on CSC System
Log in at http://studyinchina.csc.edu.cn.
Select Type B and enter Agency No. 10034 (CUFE).
Download and sign the CSC Application Form.

Step 2 – Apply on CUFE System
Register at CUFE International Student Service System.
Complete and submit all required materials online.

Step 3 – Pay Application Fee
Submit the 600 RMB application fee via the online payment platform
(WeChat, Alipay, or international credit card accepted; wire transfers not accepted).
Payment Guide

Step 4 – Evaluation & Interview
CUFE conducts document review, academic evaluation, and online interviews.
Shortlisted candidates will receive instructions by email.

Step 5 – Final Review
Recommended candidates are submitted to the China Scholarship Council (CSC) for expert review.
Final admission results are published after CSC approval.

1) What degrees can I apply for?
Master’s and PhD degrees offered in English or Chinese.

2) What is the duration of study?
Typically 2–3 years for master’s programs and 4 years for PhD programs.

3) Can I apply for more than one program?
Applicants may apply for multiple programs but must submit separate complete applications for each.

4) Is there an application fee?
Yes. 600 RMB, payable only via CUFE’s online system.

5) Can I submit documents in languages other than Chinese or English?
No. All materials must be in Chinese or English or accompanied by a notarized translation.

6) Is an interview required?
Yes. Qualified applicants are invited to an online interview after document review.

7) Can I change my major after admission?
No. Changes of major or program are not permitted in principle.

8) Are there other scholarships available at CUFE?
Yes. CUFE also offers:

Beijing Municipal Government Scholarship
CUFE Outstanding International Student Scholarship
Enterprise / Research Project Scholarships (varies by department)

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