LMU - CSC Scholarship Program 2026

The China Scholarship Council (CSC), in cooperation with LMU, offers scholarships to highly qualified Chinese candidates who wish to study and/or carry out research at LMU.

• Table of Content
• About Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
• LMU CSC Scholarship Program
• Aim and Benefits of LMU CSC Scholarship Program
• Requirements for LMU CSC Scholarship Program Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for LMU CSC Scholarship Program
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München is a leading research university in Europe. Since its founding in 1472 it has been committed to the highest international standards of excellence in research and teaching.

LMU CSC Scholarship Program

Aim and Benefits of LMU CSC Scholarship Program

• CSC full grant
• Orientation program
• Housing
• Poster sessions
• LMU - China Alumni Network

Requirements for LMU CSC Scholarship Program Qualification

• Candidates must be citizens of the PR of China.
• Age limit: 35 years; for specific doctoral programs at LMU this age limit may vary.
• Candidates must have completed a research-oriented Master's program at a university in China ("Double First Class University" is preferred) or elsewhere (i.e. Germany, US etc.).
• Candidates must have completed a Bachelor's and Master's degree with a score of 80 or above in the Chinese grading system.

Interview date, Process and Venue for LMU CSC Scholarship Program

• First Step: Once you have been accepted by LMU, the International Office of LMU will provide you with an acceptance letter officially confirming your eligibility to apply for an LMU-CSC fellowship from the China Scholarship Council (CSC).
• Second Step: You then submit all required documents, including LMU's letter of acceptance, to the China Scholarship Council (CSC) and complete the entire application process.

Documents Required for Application

• Your curriculum vitae
• Letter of acceptance from an LMU professor
• Certificates
• Research proposal (4-5 pages)
• Language requirements
• Two letters of recommendation from university professors
• Proof of Employment

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit LMU Scholarship webpage