International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship 2026 – Details

About the Scholarship

The International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship is a great chance for students who want to learn Chinese and become Chinese language teachers. This program is supported by the Center for Language Education and Cooperation and offered by Beijing Normal University. It helps international students study in China for free or with strong financial support. Students can choose different study levels such as Bachelor, Master, PhD, or short-term programs. The scholarship focuses on Chinese language, culture, and teaching skills. It is a good opportunity for students who want to build a career in Chinese language education and work internationally in the future.

Scholarship Details

• Host Country: China
• Host University: Beijing Normal University
• Scholarship Name: International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship
• Study Levels: Bachelor, Master, PhD, Short Courses
• Gender: Male & Female
• English Language Requirement: Not Required
• Application Deadline: May 15 (for September intake)
• Scholarship Type: Fully Funded / Partially Funded

Study Levels Included

• Bachelor Degree – 4 years
• Master Degree – 2 years
• PhD Degree – up to 4 years
• One-Year Study – 11 months
• One-Semester Study – 5 months
• Online Programs – 1 semester or 1 year

Fields of Study Included

Bachelor (BTCSOL)

• Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages

Master (MTCSOL)

• Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages
• Chinese Language Education

PhD

• International Chinese Language Education
• Linguistics
• Education-related fields

Scholarship Benefits

• Free tuition
• Monthly stipend
• Free accommodation
• Medical insurance
• Study support

Not Included in the Scholarship

• Air ticket (sometimes not included)
• Personal expenses
• Extra travel costs
• Visa extra services

Eligibility Criteria

• Non-Chinese citizen
• Good health
• Good academic record
• No criminal record
• Interest in Chinese language
• Age between 16–35 years

Not Eligible Applicants

• Chinese citizens
• Bad academic record
• Criminal history
• Poor health condition
• Age not in limit

Required Documents

• Passport copy
• Academic certificates
• Transcripts
• Personal statement
• Recommendation letter
• HSK / HSKK certificate
• Medical form

How to Win This Scholarship

• Get high HSK score
• Write strong personal statement
• Prepare documents early
• Choose correct program
• Apply before deadline

Living Costs in China

Expense Type	Monthly Cost (USD)
Accommodation	Free / 100–200
Food	150–300
Transport	20–50
Personal Expenses	50–150
Total	250–500

How to Apply

• Visit official website
• Create account
• Fill online application
• Upload documents
• Choose university
• Submit application
• Wait for result

FAQ

What is this scholarship about?
It helps students study Chinese language and become teachers in China.

Do I need IELTS?
No, IELTS is not required.

What is HSK?
HSK is a Chinese language test required for this scholarship.

Can I apply without experience?
Yes, for Bachelor and some programs.

Is it fully funded?
Yes, many programs are fully funded.

Apply Now

For more information, please visit the official website of the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship.

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