Purpose

The scholarship is set up by the Jinan Municipal Government and specially designed for international talents from Jinan’s sister cities to further their education and conduct research.

Eligibility

1. An applicant should be a non-Chinese citizen from one of the sister cities of Jinan (refer to the city list at the end of thisp age), and in good mental and physical health.

2. Observe the laws and regulations of the Chinese government, adhere to the regulations of Shandong University and meet the requirements of the school.

3. Applicants for undergraduate programs must hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Applicants for a Master degree program must hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Applicants for a  Ph.D. program must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent.

Applicants who have not graduated yet must submit a pre-graduation certificate certified by their current institution. It should contain an expected date of graduation. The original degree / diploma must be provided upon registration; otherwise, the scholarship will be revoked.

4. Applicants should ensure high academic scores.

5. Applicants may not receive other scholarships / grants from the Chinese government.

Application Deadline

You are expected to apply for this scholarship at least three months before the enrollment date to Shandong University.

Application Procedure

Applications must be submitted, together with the supporting documents to the university. Application should be sent to admission@email.sdu.edu.cn.

Application Materials

All requested documents should be scanned in color.

1. The Application Form for the Jinan Sister Cities Scholarship should be filled in in English or ChineseApplication Form for Jinan Sister Cities Scholarship.doc

2. The degree or diploma

3. Up-to-date transcripts

4. The biographical/Information page of your passport

5. A completed Foreigner Physical Examination Form.

Types

The scholarship consists of two types: Type I and Type II Scholarships.

Type I Scholarships will be awarded to:

1) Students who are enrolled as full-time students in degree programs at all levels (i.e. Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. programs)

2) Students who want to further their education in academic programs (including language programs) for one academic year ormore.

Type II Scholarships will be awarded to:

1) Students who want to further their education in academic programs (including language programs) for less than one academic year.

2) Participants of short-term exchange/visiting programs (e.g. students, government officials, etc.)

Administration

The Scholarship will be administered by Shandong University and designated to cover certain amount of the cost of awardee’s attendance: on-campus housing (double room), tuition, insurance, etc. Contact SDU for more detailed information.

Contact Us

International Student Admissions Office, Department of International Affairs

Phone: +86 (0)531-88364854  Fax: +86 (0)531-88565051

Website: http://www.istudy.sdu.edu.cn/  Email: admission@email.sdu.edu.cn 

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