š ANSO Scholarship 2025
What is the ANSO Scholarship?
The ANSO Scholarship is a program created by the Alliance of National and International Science Organizations (ANSO), led by the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). It provides fully-funded scholarships for international students to pursue Masterās and PhD degrees at leading Chinese universities, such as:
- University of Science and Technology of China (USTC)
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS)
- CAS Institutes across China
š Scholarship Highlights
| Scholarship Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Study Levels Supported | Masterās and PhD |
| Fields of Study | Science, Technology, Engineering, etc. |
| Participating Institutions | USTC, UCAS, and CAS Institutes |
| Scholarship Coverage | Full tuition, accommodation, health insurance, monthly stipend, and travel subsidy (for certain PhD students) |
| Application Deadline | February 15, 2025 |
š° Scholarship Coverage
| Benefit | Master’s Students | PhD Students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Covered | Covered |
| Accommodation | Covered | Covered |
| Health Insurance | Covered | Covered |
| Monthly Stipend | CNY 3,000 | CNY 6,000/7000 |
| Flight Ticket | Reimbursement | Reimbursement |
š Eligibility Requirements
To apply for this scholarship, you must meet the following conditions:
- Nationality: Must NOT be a Chinese citizen.
- Language: Be proficient in English or Chinese.
- Age:
- Masterās Program: Born after January 1, 1995
- PhD Program: Born after January 1, 1990
- Current Status: Not currently studying for a Masterās/PhD degree in China.
- Admission Standards: Meet admission requirements of USTC or UCAS.
- Assignment Restriction: Not allowed to work during the scholarship.
Note: You cannot apply for both USTC and UCAS simultaneously. Apply to only one institution.
šļø Application Timeline
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| October 20, 2024 | Applications Open |
| February 15, 2025 | Application Deadline |
| March-May 2025 | Evaluation and Interviews |
| June 2025 | Admission Notification |
| September 2025 | Program Start in China |
Fill Out the Application on the Respective Portal
- For USTC: Use the USTC Application Portal
- For UCAS: Use the UCAS Application Portal
UCAS:https://english.ucas.ac.cn/index.php/admission/international-students/financial-aid
Required Documents
Photocopy of passport (ordinary passport with validity of at least one year)
ā A study or research proposal (no less than 800 words)
ā Acceptance Letter (Mandatory for UCAS)
ā Curriculum Vitae
ā Two letters of recommendation from full professors or associate professors (with phone number and email address)
āĀ Foreigner Physical Examination Form (download in the Annex)
ā Applicants for programs instructed in Chinese must provide the photocopy of HSK certificate (at least level 4) or other proof of their Chinese language proficiency; applicants for programs instructed in English must provide the photocopy of valid IELTS or TOEFL result or other proof of their English proficiency (except those whose mother tongue is English).
ā Photocopy of degree certificate and academic transcripts for both Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree (if have) notarized by Ministry of Education or equivalent authority in your country
*Ā If applicants are university students, they must provide official documents showing their student status and the exact time when they will obtain their degree certificate;
*Ā If applicants already graduated but have not yet obtained the degree certificate, they must provide official documents explaining the reasons and stating clearly when they will obtain the degree certificate;
*Ā If applicants are already employed, they must provide official documents showing their status as on-post employees and permission of release.
ā»Ā Notarized translation in Chinese or English must be attached if the submitted documents are not in Chinese or English.
ā»Ā Application materials will NOT be returned regardless of the application result.
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š¢ Key Points to Remember
- Apply early to avoid last-minute issues.
- You cannot apply to both USTC and UCAS; choose only one.
- Ensure all documents are in order and submit by February 15, 2025.
- If selected, you must complete all required training in Chinese culture, language, and research ethics.
- Scholarship benefits are conditional on meeting annual academic standards.
š Useful Links
- ANSO: ANSO Official Website
- USTC: USTC Official Website
- UCAS: UCAS Official Website
