Soochow University, located in Suzhou, China, has announced the opening of applications for its graduate programs for the 2025-2026 academic year. The university offers a range of scholarships for international students under the Chinese Government’s “High-Level Graduate Students” Scholarship Program (CSC Type B) and the Soochow University International Students Scholarship.
Ranked among China’s top 30 universities, Soochow University is recognized for its strong academic offerings and its support for international students. The graduate programs are available for both master’s and doctoral candidates, with scholarships designed to attract outstanding students from around the globe.
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarships provide significant financial assistance, including:
• Full coverage of tuition fees
• Accommodation expenses
• Monthly living stipends (aligned with the Chinese Government Scholarship standard)
• Comprehensive medical insurance
These benefits are aimed at ensuring that international students can focus on achieving their academic and research goals while studying at Soochow University.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
• Non-Chinese citizenship and in good health.
• Academic qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent for master’s applicants.
• Master’s degree or equivalent for doctoral applicants.
• Age restrictions:
• Under 35 for master’s applicants.
• Under 40 for doctoral applicants.
• Scholarship restrictions: Applicants must not hold any other scholarships from the Chinese Government or the university, except for one-time awards.
Required Documents
Applicants must provide the following documents:
• A valid passport copy.
• Notarized copies of diplomas and academic transcripts.
• Proof of language proficiency.
• Two recommendation letters from professors or associate professors.
• A detailed study plan (minimum 1,000 words for master’s applicants or a signed proposal for doctoral candidates).
• A health certificate and a non-criminal record report.
• Financial guarantee documents showing proof of income and savings of at least USD 5,000.
All documents must be clear, valid, and submitted online through the Soochow University International Student Service System at https://suda.17gz.org. Applicants for the CSC scholarship must also submit their applications via the China Scholarship Council platform.
Application Deadlines
• Chinese Government Scholarship: Applications are open now and will close on February 28, 2025. Results are expected by late May 2025.
• Soochow University International Students Scholarship: Applications are open now and will close on April 15, 2025. Results will be announced by May 30, 2025.
• Self-sponsored Applications: Applications are open now and will close on June 15, 2025. Results will be announced by June 30, 2025.
Contact Information
For further details or assistance, prospective applicants are encouraged to contact the International Students Affairs Office at Soochow University.
The university advises all candidates to ensure their documents are complete and accurate. Any discrepancies found during a security check upon enrollment may result in expulsion from the program.
