Summary

The Silk Road Scholarship at Beijing Jiaotong University supports outstanding international students from countries along the Belt and Road Initiative. It provides financial assistance to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral students, fostering academic exchange and promoting cultural integration.

Scholarship Benefits

1. Tuition Waiver: Full tuition coverage.
2. Accommodation: Free on-campus housing or equivalent subsidy.
3. Stipend:
   • Bachelor’s students: CNY 2,500/month
   • Master’s students: CNY 3,000/month
   • Doctoral students: CNY 3,500/month
4. Comprehensive Medical Insurance: Fully covered.

Eligibility Criteria

General Requirements

1. Applicants must be citizens of Belt and Road Initiative countries.
2. Must be in good health.

Academic and Language Requirements

1. Educational Background:
   • Bachelor’s: High school graduates under 25 years old.
   • Master’s: Bachelor’s degree holders under 35 years old.
   • Doctoral: Master’s degree holders under 40 years old.
2. Language Proficiency:
   • Chinese-taught programs: HSK Level 4 or above.
   • For students without HSK 4, one year of preparatory Chinese language studies is included.

Available Programs

For a detailed program list, visit the official BJTU portal.

Application Deadlines

• First Round: January 15 – March 15
• Second Round: March 16 – May 5

Required Documents

1. Passport Copy: Valid passport homepage.
2. Highest Diploma: Notarized copy with Chinese/English translation if necessary.
3. Academic Transcripts: Notarized transcripts of academic records.
4. Language Certificate: HSK certificate (if applicable).
5. Study Plan/Research Proposal: Written in Chinese or English.
6. Recommendation Letters: Two letters from professors or associate professors.
7. Foreigner Physical Examination Form: Completed within 6 months of application.
8. Non-Criminal Record Certificate: Issued within 6 months prior to application.

How to Apply

1. Online Application:
   • CSC Portal: campuschina.org
     • Select Type B and Beijing Jiaotong University Agency Code: 10004.
   • BJTU International Student Portal: study.bjtu.edu.cn
2. Document Submission:
   Upload all required documents to both platforms.
3. Application Review:
   Beijing Jiaotong University will review applications and arrange interviews if required.
4. Admission Notification:
   Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email with further instructions.