Xi'an Jiaotong University(XJTU) is a top ten university in China with a history of over a hundred years. The University is located in Xi'an, the ancient city, which boasts many famous tourist sites. The University offers excellent opportunities in advanced research. It is well-known for its highly qualified teaching staff, outstanding students, modern facilities, and its beautiful campus. XJTU is a key state university that operates under the administration of the Ministry of Education of China. In order to promote a better understanding and friendship between Chinese and people from other countries, XJTU welcomes international students to apply “Chinese Government Scholarship” for graduate studies.

I.Number of Scholarships Available: 60.

II. Application Deadline:April, 10, 2015

III. Duration of Program:

Master's degree 2~3 years,

Doctoral degree 3~4 years.

Successful candidates may have one-year-long Chinese language study prior to the academic study if the teaching language is Chinese.

IV. Scholarship Coverage:

1. A waiver of fee for tuition;

2. Free on-campus dormitory accommodation;

3. Monthly living allowance:

Master's degree students: CNY 3,000 yuan/month;

Doctoral degree students: CNY 3,500 yuan/month;

4. Comprehensive Medical Insurance and Protection Scheme for International Students in China.

V. Eligibility:

1. Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens with valid passports;

2. Applicants must be in good health;

3. Applicants for Master's degree must have a Bachelor's degree and be under 35 years of age:

4. Applicants for Doctoral degree must have a Master's degree and be under 40 years of age;

5. Applicants may not be in receipt of any other types of scholarship.

VI. Specialties List: Available at the bottom of this page.

VII. Application Documents:

All documentation must be complete, true, and correct in either Chinese or English

1.Application Form for Chinese Government Scholarship(in Chinese or English).

2. Photocopy of thePhysical Examination Record for Foreignersshould be completed in English.(The original copy should be kept by the applicant.) The physical examinations must cover all the items listed in thePhysical Examination Record for Foreigners.

The forms with incomplete records or without the signature of the attending physician, the official stamp of the hospital or a sealed photograph of the applicant are invalid. Please select the appropriate time to take physical examination as the result is valid for only 6 months.

3.Notarized highest diploma(photocopy): Documents in languages other than Chinese or English must be attached with notarized Chinese or English translations. Prospective diploma winners must submit official proof of student status by their current school.

4.Academic transcripts: Applicants should submit the original transcriptsin undergraduate or graduate period. Documents in languages other than Chinese or English must be attached with notarized Chinese or English translations.

5.Two letters of recommendationin Chinese or English from professors or associate professors.

6.A Study Plan or Research Proposal: Applicants must submit a written study plan or research proposal in English or Chinese, with a minimum of 800 words for Master degree and 1500 words for Doctoral degree.

7.Notarized Copies of Research Achievements: Applicants can submit published research papers, award certificates or other documents to prove their achievement and ability in academic research if any.

8.Certificate of English/Chinese Proficiency Level: HSK, TOEFL, IELTS, or GRE.

9.Photocopy of Passport and two photos in passport size.

10.Application fee: RMB800 (Only accept bank transfer to our accout. Account information is available on the attached files).

NOTE:

a) No Application documents mentioned above will be returned whether the application is successful or not.

b) Incomplete Applications will be rejected.

c) Please Provide Documents 1-9 in duplicate.

VIII. Application Procedure:

1. Online application, please go to:http://laihua.csc.edu.cn/

Code of Xi’an Jiaotong University:10698.

2. Submit the completedApplication Form for Chinese Government Scholarshiponline and print it. Please checkApplication Documentsfor the detailed checklist and prepare corresponding documents.

3. A package of complete application documents must be submitted to Admission Office of International Students at Xi'an Jiaotong University by post.

IX.Admission Notification:

Successful candidates will be provided with an admission notice, a JW201 form (Visa form), health examination form and Guide to the University form. These documents will be posted to the permanent postal address of the applicants before 31 July.

Students are usually required to report at the Students' Affairs office with their admission notice and other documents in September (the start of the new session). Failure to do so withintwo weeksof the start of the new term will result in the admission notice becoming invalid.

X.Contact Information:

Main Campus:

Admission Office, School of International Education, Xi' an Jiaotong University

No. 28 XianningWest Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi 710049

P. R. China

Phone: 0086-29-82665924/82668063

Fax: 0086-29-82665923

Email:adm-sie@mail.xjtu.edu.cn

Medical Campus:

International Students Affairs Office, School of International Education, Xi' an Jiaotong University

No. 76 Yanta West Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi 710061

P. R. China

Phone: 0086-29-82655450

Fax: 0086-29-82655059

Email:mbbs-adm@mail.xjtu.edu.cn