Ⅰ. Program Categories, Study Duration and Language of Instruction

1.This scholarship support postgraduate programs;

2.The study duration is 2-3 years for master’s programs, and 4 years for doctoral programs;

3. Most postgraduate programs are taught in Chinese, and some master’s programs can be taught in English.

Catalog of Chinese-taught Programs ( refer to the attachments )

Catalog of English-taught Master’s Programs ( refer to the attachments )

Ⅱ. Application Time

From now on to February 28, 2025

Ⅲ. Eligibility

To be eligible, the applicant must:

● be a citizen of a country other than the People’s Republic of China, and be in good health;

● be a bachelor’s degree holder under the age of 35 when applying for master’s programs;

● be a master’s degree holder under the age of 40 when applying for doctoral programs.

Ⅳ. Scholarship Coverage

● Tuition waiver;

● Free accommodation on campus or accommodation subsidy;

● Stipend:

Master's students: CNY 3,000 per month;

Doctoral students: CNY 3,500 per month;

● Comprehensive Medical Insurance: CNY 800/person/year.

For more details, please refer to Link.

Ⅴ. Application Procedure and Documents

Application Procedure

1. Applicants should submit the application via the CSC Online Application System for Study in China (Link), and download the Application Form for Chinese Government Scholarship.

The agency number for Minzu University of China is 10052. The scholarship for Chinese University Program is Type B in CSC system.

2. Please log in to the MUC Online Application System For International Students (Link), complete the online application and upload the required materials.

Application Documents

1. Application Form for Chinese Government Scholarship（in Chinese or English）.

2. Notarized highest diploma: Prospective diploma winners must submit official proof of student status by their current school. Documents in languages other than Chinese or English must be attached with notarized Chinese or English translations.

3. Academic transcripts (from the undergraduate program onwards): Copies of academic records from first to last semester during the undergraduate, graduate (if any), and doctoral programs (if any) shall be provided. These transcripts shall be issued and sealed by the attending university’s academic affairs office, graduate school, or student management department. They can be in Chinese or English, but must be attached with notarized English translations if they are in foreign languages other than English.

4. A study plan or research proposal （in Chinese or English）: The Applicant for master’s program should write at least 1000 words. The Applicant for doctoral program should write at least 1500 words. The proposal of a doctoral student shall be signed by the applicant’s Chinese supervisor. ( refer to the attachments )

5. Two letters of recommendation: Two letters of recommendation in Chinese or English from professors for Doctoral students. Two letters of recommendation in Chinese or English from professors or associate professors for Master’s students. These letters shall describe the applicant’s objectives of learning in China, comprehensive abilities, and evaluation of future growth, as well as the cooperation between the supervisors or the exchange between universities both in China and abroad.

6. Language qualification certificates: The Applicant for Chinese-taught programs must provide HSK certificate of level 4 or above. The Applicant for English-taught programs must provide certificates to prove their English language proficiency, such as their valid IELTS /TOFEL test reports, or other certificates recognized by MUC.

7. Foreigner Physical Examination Form: The physical examinations must cover all of the items listed in the Foreigner Physical Examination Form. Incomplete forms or forms without the signature of the attending physician, or the official stamp of the hospital, or a sealed photograph of the applicant are considered as invalid. Please carefully plan your physical examination schedule as the result is valid for only 6 months. The template is available in the end. ( refer to the attachments )

8. Copy of first page of passport. If the validity of the applicant’s current passport does not meet the requirement (meaning the passport expires before September 30, 2025), please apply for a new passport before submitting the application.

9. Non-Criminal Record Report: The applicant shall submit a valid certificate of Non-Criminal Record issued by the local public security authority, usually issued within 6 months prior to the submission date of the application.

10. Individual works: The applicant for the arts or design program shall provide his/her own works (such as videos and paintings) via the online application system.

11. Supervisor Acceptance Letter (if any): The letter shall include the information of a prospect supervisor from Minzu University of China, the descriptions of the applicant’s studies or research in China etc. ( refer to the attachments )

Ⅵ.Contact Information

University Address: Student Affairs Office 201, College of International Education, Minzu University of China, 27 Zhongguancun South Avenue, Haidian District, Beijing 100081, P.R.China

Tel: (86-10) 68933263

E-mail: schlr@muc.edu.cn

Website: /muc/smu_cie/index.htm

附录1：2025年研究生招生专业目录（中文授课）.pdf

附录2：Catalog of MUC English-taught Master’s Programs 2025.pdf

附录3：个人自述&研究计划 PERSONAL STATEMENT&STUDY PLAN.doc

附录4：外国人体检表 PHYSICAL EXAMINATION FORM.pdf

附录5：导师接收函 SUPERVISOR ACCEPTANCE LETTER.docx