International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship
For students building an academic future around the Chinese language.
The International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship is administered through the Center for Language Education and Cooperation (CLEC) under China’s Ministry of Education.
It is designed to support international students and professionals pursuing Chinese-language study and International Chinese Language Education.
It is particularly relevant for students interested in becoming Chinese-language educators or developing professional expertise in Chinese language and education.
Available study routes
Depending on the host institution and intake, opportunities may include:
- Chinese language study
- One-semester programs
- One-year programs
- Bachelor’s programs
- Master’s programs
- Doctoral programs
- Other approved training categories
The official 2026 host-institution list identifies universities offering different combinations of these programs.
What can it cover?
Depending on the scholarship category and program, support can include:
- Tuition
- Accommodation
- Comprehensive medical insurance
- Monthly living allowance
Published scholarship standards include approximately:
Undergraduate / one-year / one-semester programs: RMB 2,500/month
Master’s: RMB 3,000/month
Doctoral: RMB 3,500/month
Who is it for?
Applicants generally need to:
- Be non-Chinese citizens
- Have good academic and behavioral standing
- Be in good health
- Have an interest in Chinese language education
- Meet Chinese-language proficiency requirements
- Meet the requirements of the selected host university
Important
This is not a general scholarship for all academic disciplines.
It is specifically connected to Chinese language, Chinese language education and related fields.
If Chinese is part of your future career, studying the language can be more than preparation — it can become the specialization itself.
Official Information
International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship — Official Application System
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