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Shanghai Government Scholarship (SGS) Fully Funded 2026-2027

The Shanghai Government Scholarship offers international students full financial support to study undergraduate, master’s, or PhD programs in China. Enjoy world-class education, monthly stipends, and a vibrant life in one of Asia’s most dynamic cities. It sets no nationality restriction, so Nigerian applicants are elig...

Offered by Shanghai Universities (Check list below) Last checked 13 Oct 2026
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The award states no nationality restriction, which means a Nigerian applicant is eligible on that point. This is phd & doctoral funding, so you would be applying with M.Sc, M.A, MBA or M.Phil.

Great news — the Shanghai Government Scholarship Program is now open for applications. In this article, we'll walk you through all the important details, including scholarship benefits and a step-by-step guide on how to apply.

The Shanghai Government Scholarship 2026–2027 is a fully funded opportunity for international students pursuing Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degrees. It covers full tuition fees, free on-campus accommodation, comprehensive medical insurance, and a monthly living allowance of up to CNY 3,500.

The SGS program welcomes international applicants to study at top universities in Shanghai, China. Launched in 2006, the scholarship aims to strengthen international education and attract talented students from around the globe to pursue their academic dreams in Shanghai.

This is a golden opportunity to study in one of the world’s most dynamic cities! The scholarship is open across a wide range of disciplines including philosophy, economics, law, education, literature, history, science, engineering, agriculture, medicine, art, and management.

The Shanghai Government offers two types of scholarships:

  • Type A (Full Scholarship): Covers tuition fees, on-campus accommodation, health insurance, and monthly living stipend.
  • Type B (Partial Scholarship): Covers some of the mentioned benefits.
    More details are explained below.

Applications are now open for students worldwide to apply for the Shanghai Government Scholarship 2020 to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degrees in China — all fully funded. Don’t miss this chance to begin your academic journey in Shanghai!

Scholarship Summary

  • Level of Study: Undergraduate, Masters, PhD
  • Institutions(s): Shanghai Universities (Check list below)
  • Study in: China
  • Courses Offered: Philosophy, economics, law, education, literature, history, management, science, engineering, agriculture, medicine, and art.
  • Program Period: Bachelor’s Degree Program: 4 to 5 years, Master’s Degree Programs: 2 to 3 years, Doctoral Degree Programs: 3 to 4 years
  • Deadline: Between January to June of each year

List of Shanghai Universities

No.

Universities

Web Site

1

Fudan University

https://iso.fudan.edu.cn/isoenglish/

2

Shanghai Jiao Tong University

http://isc.sjtu.edu.cn/EN/Default.aspx

3

Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine

https://www.shsmu.edu.cn/iso_en/

4

Tongji University

https://study.tongji.edu.cn/English/

5

East China Normal University

https://english.ecnu.edu.cn/

6

East China University of Science and Technology

https://ies.ecust.edu.cn/en/index.php

7

Shanghai International Studies University

http://en.shisu.edu.cn/

8

Donghua University

https://english.dhu.edu.cn/

9

Shanghai University of Finance and Economics

https://ices.sufe.edu.cn/enices/

10

Shanghai University

https://apply.shu.edu.cn/application/index

11

University of Shanghai for Science and Technology

http://isoe.usst.edu.cn/

12

Shanghai Maritime University

https://en.shmtu.edu.cn/

13

Shanghai Conservatory of Music

https://en.shcmusic.edu.cn/main.htm

14

Shanghai Theatre Academy

https://en.sta.edu.cn/

15

Shanghai University of Sport

https://eng.sus.edu.cn/Admission.htm

16

East China University of Political Science and Law

https://study.ecupl.edu.cn/

17

Shanghai Ocean University

https://www.shou.edu.cn/eng/6689/list.htm

18

Shanghai University of Electric Power

https://fao.shiep.edu.cn/en/

19

Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine

https://iec.shutcm.edu.cn/en/

20

Shanghai Normal University

https://english.shnu.edu.cn/

21

Shanghai University of International Business and Economics

https://www.suibe.edu.cn/wsc/lhlx/

22

Shanghai University of Engineering Science

https://cie.sues.edu.cn/global/main.htm

23

Shanghai Lixin University of Accounting and Finance

https://en.lixin.edu.cn/

24

Shanghai Polytechnic University

https://lxs.sspu.edu.cn/

25

Shanghai Dianji University

https://ies.sdju.edu.cn/

26

Shanghai Institute of Technology

https://inter.sit.edu.cn/_t451/main.htm

27

Shanghai Business School

https://english.sbs.edu.cn/

28

Shanghai University of Political Science and Law

https://www.shupl.edu.cn/en/

29

Sanda University

https://global.sandau.edu.cn/

30

Shanghai Jian Qiao University

https://en.gench.edu.cn/

31

Shanghai University of Medicine & Health Sciences

https://www.sumhs.edu.cn/english/

Scholarship Coverage

Shanghai Government Scholarship SGS provides the recipient with two types of scholarships:

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Type A (Full Scholarship)

  • Exempt From Full Tuition fee.
  • Accommodation on campus
  • Provide comprehensive medical insurance
  • Monthly Living Expense:
    • Doctoral program: CNY3500
    • Graduate program: CNY3000
    • Undergraduate program: CNY2500

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Type B (Partial Scholarship)

  • Exempt from tuition fee, and provide comprehensive medical insurance.

Eligibility Criteria for Shanghai Government Scholarship

To qualify for Shanghai Government Scholarship, candidate must fulfill all of the following requirements below:

  • Required Languages: Generally, applicant should achieve Chinese level of HSK4 and meet the language requirements of the applied university and program.
  • Eligible Countries: All World Countries except Chinese citizens.
  • Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens and physically healthy.
  • For pre-college programs, applicants must hold a high school diploma and be under 23 years old.
  • For bachelor’s degree programs, applicants must have a high school diploma and be under 25 years old.
  • For master’s degree programs, a bachelor’s degree is required, and the applicant must be under 35 years old.
  • For doctoral programs, candidates must hold a master’s degree and be under 40 years old.
  • Applicants must have an excellent academic record.
  • Applicants must meet the admission requirements of the chosen university and academic program.
  • Those who are already receiving other scholarships from the Chinese government or related organizations are not eligible to apply for SGS.

How to Apply for Shanghai Government Scholarship?

Please follow the following step by step application instructions to avail Shanghai Government Scholarship:

1. Applicant should register and apply online through online portal.

2. Submit online application and download the application form.

3. Applicant should register and apply online through selected university website (List of universities is given above). Submit online application and pay application fee (if applicable).

4. After submit the online application, download and print out the application form. Mail two sets of hard-copy of application documents (1 set of originals and 1 set of photocopies) to the university where you have applied.

5. General Documents required:

1. Application Form

2. Academic transcripts (notarized photocopy): Transcripts in languages other than Chinese or English must be attached with notarized translations in Chinese or English.

3. Highest diploma (notarized photocopy):

4. Photocopy of health certificate and blood test. Bring your original documents when entering China.

5. Photocopy of passport, including all Chinese visa pages.

6. Certificates of award in your high school (not mandatory).

7. Applicants under 18 must provide a Guardian’s Letter of Guarantee.

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6. Make sure your email address is correct and check your email box occasionally, otherwise you might miss some IMPORTANT INFORMATION.

7. The result of your application will be announced both in your application account and on the bulletin of International Students’ Office website.

8. Admitted students must bring the original graduation certificate and diploma to register on the dates listed on the admission letter. Your enrollment will be cancelled without providing the relevant certificates.

Website

To know more about Shanghai Government Scholarship, please visit official website:

Official Website

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Official website

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Details quoted from the award's published terms, last reviewed 13 Oct 2026. Deadlines and amounts change between cycles — confirm on the official website before you apply.