Soochow University, ranked among China’s top 30 universities, has announced that applications for its 2025-2026 graduate programs are now open. Located in Suzhou, China, the university is offering generous scholarships to international students through the Chinese Government’s “High-Level Graduate Students” Scholarship Program (CSC Type B) and the Soochow University International Students Scholarship. The programs cater to master’s and doctoral candidates, aiming to attract outstanding global talent to its academic community.
Both scholarship programs offer comprehensive financial support to successful applicants. Benefits include full tuition coverage, accommodation expenses, monthly living stipends aligned with Chinese Government Scholarship standards, and comprehensive medical insurance. These provisions are intended to ensure that international students can focus on their academic pursuits without financial concerns.
Eligibility requirements stipulate that applicants must be non-Chinese citizens in good health, with a bachelor’s degree for master’s programs and a master’s degree for doctoral studies. Age restrictions apply, with candidates for master’s programs needing to be under 35 and doctoral candidates under 40. Applicants must not hold other scholarships from the Chinese government or Soochow University. Required documents include proof of academic qualifications, health certificates, non-criminal record reports, language proficiency evidence, and financial guarantee documentation of at least $5,000 in income or savings.
The application process involves submissions through the Soochow University International Student Service System at https://suda.17gz.org, with CSC scholarship applicants also required to submit through the China Scholarship Council system. Deadlines for the CSC scholarship are February 28, 2025, while the Soochow University International Students Scholarship closes on April 15, 2025. Self-sponsored applications are open until June 15, 2025, with results announced shortly after each deadline.
For further inquiries, candidates can contact the International Students Affairs Office at Soochow University. The university stresses the importance of submitting complete and accurate documents, as discrepancies could lead to expulsion. This opportunity offers international students a chance to pursue advanced education in one of China’s premier institutions while enjoying robust financial support.