Fully Funded Silk Road Chinese Government Scholarship 2025 at Southwest Jiaotong University ( SWJTU)

If you are a talented and motivated international student from a Belt and Road Initiative country, this is your chance to pursue a fully funded Master’s or Ph.D. degree in China! Applications are now open for the 2025 Silk Road Chinese Government Scholarship at Southwest Jiaotong University (SWJTU) – one of China’s most prestigious engineering-focused universities located in the dynamic city of Chengdu.

The Silk Road Scholarship is a flagship initiative by the Chinese Ministry of Education to support outstanding students from partner countries. This scholarship covers all major expenses and provides you with the opportunity to study in globally recognized fields such as traffic engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer science.

🎓 Scholarship Summary

Location: Chengdu, China
Host Institution: Southwest Jiaotong University (SWJTU)
Study Level: Master's (3 years) and Ph.D. (4 years)
Target Group: Applicants from Belt and Road Initiative countries
Fields of Study:
- Traffic Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Road and Railway Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Science and Technology
Language of Instruction: Chinese or English (depending on the program)
Award Value and Coverage:
- Full tuition fees
- Free on-campus accommodation
- Monthly living allowance (RMB 3,000/month for Master's, RMB 3,500/month for Ph.D.)
- Comprehensive medical insurance
Duration: 3 years (Master’s), 4 years (Ph.D.)
Application Deadline: May 20, 2025
Start Date: September 2025
Eligible to Apply: Non-Chinese citizens in good health from BRI countries meeting academic and language requirements

💡 Scholarship Overview

The Silk Road Program at SWJTU is more than just financial support – it offers an immersive academic and cultural experience. Students will join world-class faculties, engage in cutting-edge research, and contribute to the development of transportation, logistics, engineering, and technology across the Belt and Road regions.

SWJTU, a “Double First-Class” initiative university, plays a key role in China’s transportation engineering sector. The university hosts state-of-the-art labs, international research collaborations, and interdisciplinary education in a vibrant academic atmosphere.

🎁 Benefits of the Scholarship

Full coverage of tuition fees for the entire program duration
Free university dormitory or accommodation subsidy
Monthly stipend:
- Master’s: CNY 3,000
- Doctoral: CNY 3,500
Comprehensive medical insurance plan for international students
Opportunity to study in English-taught or Chinese-taught programs
Access to career, academic, and cultural development programs

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Be a non-Chinese citizen in good physical and mental health
Age limit:
- Master's: under 35 years old
- Ph.D.: under 40 years old
Hold a Bachelor's degree (for Master’s applicants) or Master’s degree (for Ph.D. applicants)
Excellent academic performance
Language requirements:
- HSK Level 4 for Chinese-taught programs
- IELTS/TOEFL (or equivalent) for English-taught programs
Meet all admission requirements of SWJTU

📝 Application Procedure

Step 1 – CSC Application:

Register at the CSC online application portal: https://studyinchina.csc.edu.cn
Choose Program Type B
Enter Agency Number: 10613 (SWJTU)
Complete the online application and download the application form

Step 2 – SWJTU University Application:

Go to SWJTU application system: https://admission.swjtu.edu.cn
Create an account and submit the same documents as uploaded to the CSC portal
Note: Both platforms must be completed – otherwise, your application will not be processed

Step 3 – Preliminary Review:

Once your application passes the initial check, pay a non-refundable application fee of RMB 400

Step 4 – Academic Review:

Faculties will assess your academic potential through interviews or written tests

📂 Required Documents

Chinese Government Scholarship Application Form
Passport Copy (valid through September 2025)
Highest Degree Certificate (or official proof of expected graduation)
Academic Transcripts
Study Plan (min. 1000 words in Chinese or English)
Two Recommendation Letters (by associate professors or higher, dated 2024 or 2025)
Foreigner Physical Examination Form (valid within 6 months)
HSK Certificate or English Language Proficiency Proof
Non-Criminal Record Certificate
Underage applicants: Guardian information (if under 18)

ℹ️ Additional Notes

Final results will be announced by July/August 2025
Candidates must not hold other Chinese scholarships concurrently
All applications must be submitted online only – no paper or email submissions accepted
SWJTU does not authorize any intermediaries to handle applications