Silk Road Scholarship 2026 for International Students (Fully Funded)
The Silk Road Scholarship 2026 at Tianjin University is a fully funded opportunity for international students from selected Belt and Road countries. This program, backed by the Chinese Government, aims to attract global talent to high-level Chinese universities, covering tuition, accommodation, a monthly stipend, and medical insurance.
This scholarship is particularly significant for students from developing and emerging economies, as it removes financial barriers to higher education, allowing them to focus on their academic competitiveness rather than affordability.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants must be citizens of specific countries, including Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Indonesia, Nigeria, and others. Academic and age requirements are as follows:
- Bachelor’s: High school diploma, under 25
- Master’s: Bachelor’s degree, under 35
- PhD: Master’s degree, under 40
Language requirements depend on the program:
- Chinese-taught: HSK Level 5 (minimum 180 score)
- English-taught: IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 80.
Benefits
The scholarship covers full tuition fees, free on-campus accommodation, a monthly stipend (RMB 2,500 for Bachelor’s, RMB 3,000 for Master’s, RMB 3,500 for PhD), and comprehensive medical insurance.
