Zhongnan University of Economics and Law (ZUEL) Freshman Scholarship 2025 for International Students in China: Apply Now!

About the ZUEL Freshman Scholarship for International Students

The Zhongnan University of Economics and Law (ZUEL) is offering its prestigious Freshman Scholarship for International Students, designed to attract exceptional students from around the world. This scholarship provides financial support, covering tuition, accommodation, medical insurance, and, depending on the type, a monthly living allowance. It is open to undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students enrolling in both Chinese and English-taught programs.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Must not be a Chinese citizen and must possess a valid foreign passport.
Should demonstrate good character, maintain a friendly attitude towards China, and have no criminal record.

For undergraduate applicants:
- Must have an HSK Level 5 certificate or higher.
- Should have an excellent academic record in high school.

For master’s and doctoral applicants enrolling in Chinese-taught programs:
- Must possess an HSK Level 5 certificate or higher.
- Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 in their previous academic institution.

For master’s and doctoral applicants enrolling in English-taught programs:
- Must have an IELTS score of at least 6.0, TOEFL score of at least 80, or proof that their previous degree was taught in English.
- Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Should not be a recipient of any other scholarship.

Selection Criteria

Applicants will be evaluated based on a comprehensive review of the following factors:

Academic records

Language proficiency
Overall merit
Research achievements (for graduate applicants)

Comments from prospective supervisors (for graduate applicants)

Benefits of the the ZUEL Freshman Scholarship for International Students

The ZUEL Freshman Scholarship is divided into two types: Type B and Type C, each offering various financial benefits:

Full tuition waiver

Free accommodation (double room, valued at RMB 750/month)
Comprehensive medical insurance (valued at RMB 800/year)
Living allowance (only for Type B: RMB 1,500/month)

Scholarship recipients will also have the opportunity to apply for the “Study in ZUEL” Current Students Scholarship in future years based on their academic performance.