Zhejiang University International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship 2025 for Masters Students

To meet the growing international demand for Chinese language teachers, facilitate Chinese language education around the world, and support the professional development of Chinese language teachers, the Center for Language Education and Cooperation (CLEC) has established the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship (hereinafter referred to as the Scholarship) for eligible Chinese language teachers outside of China. Confucius Institutes, independent Confucius Classrooms, selected HSK test centers, foreign educational institutions, Chinese language teacher training programs/Chinese departments at foreign universities, professional associations for Chinese language teaching, Chinese embassies (consulates) abroad  may recommend outstanding students and in-service Chinese language teachers to further their studies in international Chinese language education and related programs at Chinese universities.

• Table of Content
• About Zhejiang university
• International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship
• Requirements for International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Zhejiang university

Zhejiang University is a public research university in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China. It is affiliated with the Ministry of Education. The university is part of Project 211, Project 985, and Double First-Class Construction.

International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship

The Scholarship provides full coverage on tuition fee, accommodation fee, living allowance and comprehensive medical insurance expenses.

Requirements for International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship Qualification

1.  Be a non-Chinese citizen;

2. Be friendly to China, have no criminal record, abide by the laws and regulations of China and the rules and regulations of Zhejiang University; 

3. Be in good physical and mental health, be in good academic and behavioral standing;

4. Be interested in Chinese language education and related work; and

5. Be aged between 18 and 35 (as of September 1st, 2025). The maximum age limit for in-service Chinese teachers may be extended to 45.

Interview date, Process and Venue for International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship

Scholarship for Master’s Degree in International Chinese Language Education

The program commences in September 2025 and the scholarship is provided for a maximum of two academic years.

Applicants shall hold a Bachelor’s degree. Applicants shall have a minimum score of 210 on the HSK Test (Level 5) and 60 on the HSKK test (Intermediate Level). Priority will be given to applicants who may provide an employment contract with a teaching institution upon completing their studies in China or a proof to the same effect.

Scholarship for One-Year Study Program (Chinese Language and Literature)

The program commences in September 2025, and the scholarship is provided for a maximum of eleven months. In principle, applicants who have received a similar scholarship within three years are not eligible.

Applicants shall have a minimum score of 180 on the HSK test (Level 4) and 60 on the HSKK test (Intermediate Level).

Scholarship for One-Semester Study Program (Chinese Language and Literature)

The program commences either in September 2025 or March 2026, and the scholarship is provided for a maximum of five months. In principle, applicants who have received a similar scholarship within three years are not eligible.

Applicants shall have a minimum score of 180 on the HSK test (Level 3), and an HSKK test score is required.

Documents Required for Application

1. A scanned copy of passport photo page (the passport should be valid before March 1, 2026);

2. A scanned copy of score reports of the HSK and HSKK tests (within the two-year validity);

3. A reference letter by the head of the recommending institutions.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For application, please log on to the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship website (Link) and ZJU online application system (Link) to complete the Application Form online, and upload the scanned copies of relevant supporting documents before above deadlines. Applicants shall track the application process. Successful applicants shall confirm with Zhejiang University to go through the procedures of studying in China and register at Zhejiang University at the designated date and time as per the letter of admission.

For more details, visit Zhejiang University Scholarship webpage