Fully Funded Youth of Excellence Scheme of China (YES China) 2026 – Chinese Government Master’s Scholarship for Global Leaders

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Fully Funded Youth of Excellence Scheme of China (YES China) 2026: Overview

The Youth of Excellence Scheme of China Program (YES China), sponsored by the China Scholarship Council (CSC), is a fully funded master’s scholarship designed to train future global governance leaders with exceptional academic, leadership, and multicultural capabilities.

In 2026, 200 talented professionals from around the world will be selected to pursue English-taught master’s programs at top Chinese universities, all under the prestigious Chinese Government Scholarship.

The program focuses on equipping future policymakers, executives, and scholars with the knowledge and practical experience to promote sustainable development and international cooperation.

Eligibility

To apply, candidates must:

• Be a citizen of a country other than China and under 45 years old.

• Be in good health, both mentally and physically.

• Hold at least a bachelor’s degree and have a minimum of three years of work experience.

• Have professional experience related to the intended field of study (preferred).

• Fall under one of the following categories:

  1. Government officials (Division Chief or above)

  2. Senior managers in institutions or enterprises

  3. University or research administrators

  4. Professionals with experience in international organizations

• Obtain a pre-admission letter from a participating Chinese university (without scholarship mentions).

Scholarship Coverage

The YES China Program is a full scholarship, covering:

• Tuition fees

• Accommodation on campus

• Comprehensive medical insurance

• Monthly stipend

• Round-trip international travel (as per CSC policy)

Program Details

• Level: Master’s Degree

• Language: English

• Duration: 12 months (some programs follow a “1+1” model — one year in China, one year for research in the home country)

• Degree Award: Master’s degree from a top Chinese university upon successful thesis defense

Students in the “1+1” model will complete their coursework in China during the first year, return to their home country for professional practice and dissertation writing, then return to China for the final defense.

Application Process

1. Obtain Pre-admission Letter: Apply to one of the subprogram universities and secure a pre-admission letter.

2. Online Application:

   • Visit the CSC Application Portal.

   • Select Scholarship Type “A” and enter Agency Code: 1563.

   • Choose “Youth of Excellence Scheme of China.”

3. Submit Application: Upload all required materials before 23:59 (GMT+8) on March 31, 2026.

Selection Timeline

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Partner Universities & Featured Programs

Over 90 programs across China’s top universities are available, including:

• Peking University – China Studies, International Relations, and Laws of China

• Tsinghua University – International Public Health, Chinese Law

• Fudan University – Global Public Policy, Business Law

• Beihang University – AI & Big Data, Space Information Engineering

• Shanghai Jiao Tong University – International Business, Chinese Politics & Economy

• Zhejiang University – Energy & Power Engineering, Chinese Economy

• Nanjing University – Sociology, Big Data Analysis

• Renmin University of China – Journalism & Communication, MBA

• Tongji University – Environmental Management & Sustainable Development

• Wuhan University – Public Health, Geospatial Information Technology

Who Should Apply

YES China seeks ambitious young professionals who aim to contribute to global development, particularly in areas of:

• Public governance and policy

• Business and management

• International relations and law

• Science, technology, and innovation

• Public health and sustainable development

Key Dates

• Application Opens: January 2026

• Deadline: March 31, 2026

• Results: June 2026

• Program Start: September 2026

For more information and application: 

Visit the official website of the Fully Funded Youth of Excellence Scheme of China (YES China) 2026

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