Fully Funded Confucius Institute Scholarship 2025 at Xiamen University, China
Xiamen University (XMU) has opened the application for the Confucius Institute Scholarship 2025/2026. The scholarship sponsors outstanding foreign students who want to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Chinese Language. The scholarship promotes international academic and cultural exchange by providing a full scholarship to study at one of China’s top universities.
Scholarship Benefits
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Full Tuition Coverage: Four years of undergraduate studies in Chinese Language
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Free On-Campus Accommodation: Provided by Xiamen University
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Health Insurance: Full coverage for the duration of the program
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Monthly Living Stipend: RMB 1,800 per month
Available Program
Eligible Nationalities
Open to international students of all nationalities.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
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Must be non-Chinese citizens in good physical and mental health
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Hold a high school diploma with a strong academic record
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Be under the age of 30 as of September 1, 2025
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Be recommended by a Confucius Institute or its partner university
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Must not be receiving any other scholarships at the time of application
Priority will be given to applicants from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
Application Process
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Submit your application online via the XMU portal: http://application.xmu.edu.cn
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Upload the required documents as a single PDF file:
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Completed application form
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Certified copies of academic documents (high school diploma, transcripts, etc.)
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Recommendation letter from a Confucius Institute or partner university
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Statement of purpose (maximum 500 words)
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Copy of valid passport
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Proof of language proficiency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent)
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Selection Process
Applications will be evaluated based on:
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Academic performance and language skills
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Quality of the recommendation
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Motivation and clarity in the statement of purpose
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Overall potential for cultural and academic contribution
Final decisions will be made by the CI Scholarship Leadership Group. Successful candidates will be notified by June 2025.
Important Dates
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Application Deadline: May 10, 2025
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Results Announcement: June 2025
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Program Start Date: September 2025