USTC Fellowship for Non-degree Programs 2025

Applicants for Research Internship Programs in USTC can apply for USTC Fellowship. There are three different levels, 

• Level A 
• Level B
• Level C 

• Table of Content
• About International College of the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC)
• USTC Fellowship
• Aim and Benefits of USTC Fellowship
• Requirements for USTC Fellowship Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for USTC Fellowship
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About International College of the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC)

The International College of the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) was established in 2017 to better develop the international education of the university, connect with domestic and foreign high-quality science and education resources, and build a crucial platform for international cooperation and exchange. Apart from being responsible for international students’ admission, management and services as an administrative department, it also offers Chinese language and culture programs for international students...... continue reading

USTC Fellowship

Aim and Benefits of USTC Fellowship

• Level A is funded by USTC, which includes: tuition waiver, Comprehensive Medical Insurance, free university dormitory, and monthly stipend up to 2,500 RMB for undergraduate student, 3,000 RMB for master student, 3,500 RMB for Ph.D. student ; 
• Level B is funded by USTC, which includes: tuition waiver, Comprehensive Medical Insurance, free university dormitory ; 
• Level C is funded by USTC, which includes: tuition waiver.

Requirements for USTC Fellowship Qualification

1. Non-Chinese citizens with a valid passport, in good physical and mental health, and awarded a graduation certificate from senior high school.
2. Between 18-50 years old  (age of 18-50)
3. Good command of English

Interview date, Process and Venue for USTC Fellowship

Application time

• Applicants who apply for USTC Fellowship Level A are required to complete application procedures online during the following period:

  • Jan.1 — Mar.31 (for fall semester)
  • July1 — Sept.30 (for spring semester)

• Applicants who apply for USTC Fellowship Level B, Level C or support by themselves are required to complete application procedures online at least three months before expected entry date to USTC.

Documents Required for Application

? Photocopy of passport (ordinary passport with validity of at least one year).

? A study or research proposal 

? Curriculum Vitae

? At least one letter of recommendation from full professors or associate professors (with phone number and email address)

? An acceptance letter by USTC professor (Right click to Download)

? Chinese or English language proficiency if applicants have

? For undergraduate student: certificate of enrollment and transcript 

?For master student/Ph.D student: certificate of enrollment, transcript, authenticated copies of degree Certificate, other graduation certificates of high educational institution if applicants have.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

To apply for the fellowship, applicants need to create their account on the  USTC Application System and select the fellowship that they want to apply for. Applicants can either apply for one level or all three levels at the same time. If one applies for more than one level, USTC has the right to decide which level fellowship he/she may be given based on the comprehensive elevation of each applicant.

For more details, visit USTC Fellowship webpage