Program Overview
The Liaoning University CSC Type B Scholarship 2027/2028 in China provides fully funded master's and PhD opportunities, covering tuition, accommodation, medical insurance, and monthly stipends of CNY 3,000–3,500. The university application deadline is February 3, 2027, while officially nominated applicants must complete the CSC application by March 15, 2027.
Benefits & Financial Coverage & Eligibility & Admission Criteria
Liaoning University CSC Scholarship 2027/2028 – Fully Funded
Liaoning University in China has officially opened applications for the Chinese Government Scholarship Type B – High-Level Postgraduate Program for the 2027/2028 academic year.
The scholarship welcomes qualified international students pursuing Master's and PhD degrees and provides comprehensive funding, including tuition, accommodation, health insurance, and monthly stipends of up to CNY 3,500.
Applications opened on November 2, 2026, and close on February 3, 2027, although admissions may close earlier when available places are filled.
📋 Scholarship Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 🌍 Host Country | China |
| 🏛️ University | Liaoning University |
| 📍 Location | Shenyang, Liaoning Province |
| 🎓 Degree Levels | Master's and PhD |
| 💰 Funding | Fully Funded |
| 🏅 Scholarship Category | Chinese Government Scholarship – Type B |
| 🔢 University Agency Number | 10140 |
| 🌐 Nationalities | Eligible non-Chinese citizens worldwide |
| 🗣️ Languages of Instruction | Chinese or English, depending on the program |
| 📅 Applications Open | November 2, 2026 |
| ⏰ Application Deadline | February 3, 2027 |
| 📢 Expected Admission Results | By the end of July 2027 |
| 📝 Application Method | University application first, followed by CSC submission for nominees |
💰 Scholarship Funding and Benefits
| Benefit | Master's | PhD |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | Full waiver | Full waiver |
| Monthly Stipend | CNY 3,000 | CNY 3,500 |
| Accommodation | Free university dormitory or housing subsidy | Free university dormitory or housing subsidy |
| Medical Insurance | CNY 800 per year | CNY 800 per year |
The scholarship covers the listed expenses under the applicable Chinese Government Scholarship regulations. The university announcement does not list international airfare as a guaranteed benefit.
🎓 Available Programs and Majors
Liaoning University accepts applications for master's and PhD programs included in its official 2027/2028 eligible-major list.
The list also contains information about available research supervisors.
Important: Not every degree offered by the university is automatically eligible for this scholarship. Applicants must select a program from the official Appendix 2.
📚 Official List of Eligible Majors and Supervisors
✅ Eligibility Requirements
| Requirement | Master's | PhD |
|---|---|---|
| Previous Qualification | Bachelor's degree | Master's degree |
| Age | Generally not over 35 | Generally not over 40 |
| Academic Performance | Excellent | Excellent |
| Language Proficiency | Program-specific | Program-specific |
| Study and Research Plan | Required | Required, with a Chinese supervisor's signature |
Additional Requirements:
- Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens.
- Applicants must be in good physical and mental health.
- The university's specific academic admission criteria must be satisfied.
- Authentic official documents must be provided.
- Applicants must comply with the Chinese Government Scholarship regulations.
The announcement does not specify a universal numerical GPA requirement.
🗣️ Language Requirements
| Language of Instruction | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Chinese-taught programs | HSK Level 4 or higher |
| English-taught programs | IELTS, TOEFL, or another accepted official proof of English proficiency |
Can students apply without IELTS or TOEFL?
Yes. Liaoning University allows applicants without these certificates to submit other official evidence of English proficiency, subject to acceptance.
Applicants whose native language is English or whose home country's official language is English are exempt from the IELTS/TOEFL submission requirement under the announcement.
📄 Required Application Documents
| Document | Notes |
|---|---|
| Passport | Must remain valid beyond September 2027 |
| Highest Degree Certificate | Notarized, or official expected-graduation evidence |
| Academic Transcripts | Starting from undergraduate studies |
| Language Certificate | According to the program's language |
| Study and Research Plan | Required for all applicants |
| Two Recommendation Letters | From professors or associate professors |
| Medical Examination | Official Foreigner Physical Examination Form |
| Non-Criminal Record Certificate | Generally issued within the previous six months |
| Research Publications | If available |
| Art or Design Portfolio | Where applicable |
| CSC Application Form | Completed during the second stage by nominated applicants |
Documents not originally issued in Chinese or English require notarized translations according to the university's instructions.
Medical Examination: Results are valid for six months. All required tests, seals, physician signatures, and hospital stamps must be completed.
Study and Research Plan Requirements
| Language | Minimum Length |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 2,000 words |
| English | 3,000 words |
The plan should include:
- Academic background and professional experience.
- Previous research achievements.
- Proposed research topic and objectives.
- Research methodology and study plan.
- Academic and professional goals after graduation.
PhD applicants must obtain a Chinese supervisor's signature on their research plan.
📝 How to Apply
Applications are completed in two main stages.
Stage One: Apply Through Liaoning University
- Visit the official university application portal.
- Register using a valid email address.
- Select the Chinese Government Scholarship program.
- Complete personal and academic information.
- Select an eligible major.
- Upload all required supporting documents.
- Submit the application before February 3, 2027.
- Monitor email for preliminary review results.
Applicants who pass the initial review will undergo an online written assessment and interview, scheduled by the university.
Stage Two: Apply Through the CSC System
This stage is available only to applicants officially recommended by Liaoning University.
- Access the Chinese Government Scholarship application system.
- Create an account or log in.
- Select Type B.
- Enter Liaoning University's Agency Number: 10140.
- Complete the form and upload all required documents.
- Submit the final application before March 15, 2027.
⚠️ Applicants should not submit a CSC application for this program before receiving the university's official nomination, as applications without the required nomination are invalid for this route.
The CSC system allows only one Type B application in the same academic year.
📅 Important Dates
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications Open | November 2, 2026 |
| University Application Deadline | February 3, 2027 |
| Online Assessment and Interview | Scheduled by the university |
| CSC Deadline for Nominated Applicants | March 15, 2027 |
| Expected Admission and Visa Documents | By the end of July 2027 |
Important: Places are limited, and applications may close before the published deadline once capacity has been reached.
🔗 Official Links
Official English Scholarship Announcement:
https://ie.lnu.edu.cn/info/13193/2336.htm
Liaoning University Application Portal:
https://lnu.17gz.org/member/login.do
Chinese Government Scholarship Portal:
Official Major List and Supervisor Profiles:
https://ie.lnu.edu.cn/__local/0/89/64/A6AEA7F25797131C1EE626DBAEA_5982743F_76E3.xlsx
University Agency Number: 10140
Scholarship Enquiries:
Telephone:
+86-24-62202503
🎯 Need Help Applying?
The Fursaty team offers independent application-preparation support for students interested in the Liaoning University Scholarship 2027/2028, including:
- Academic eligibility assessment.
- Reviewing eligible majors and language requirements.
- Academic CV preparation.
- Study and research plan guidance.
- Recommendation-letter review.
- Document preparation and application-file review.
- Guidance throughout the official application process.
Fursaty operates independently of Liaoning University and the Chinese Government Scholarship authorities. It is not an officially authorized scholarship application-receiving agency, and admission or funding cannot be guaranteed.
📲 Contact Fursaty via WhatsApp to request an initial academic profile assessment.
