The China University of Petroleum (Beijing)

The China University of Petroleum (Beijing) is now accepting applications for the Beijing Government Scholarship 2025, offering fully funded opportunities to outstanding international students. Located in the vibrant and historic capital city of Beijing, this scholarship supports students pursuing Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees.

This opportunity exempts recipients from tuition fees and provides accommodation, comprehensive health insurance, and a yearly stipend of up to $4,489.

📌 Scholarship Details

This scholarship aims to:

• Attract exceptional foreign students

• Foster global talent with cross-cultural competence

• Improve international influence and competitiveness of the university

The program is open to freshmen applying in 2024 or later, and selections are based on merit, transparency, and fairness.

📝 Eligibility Criteria

General Requirements:

• Non-Chinese citizen in good health, no criminal record

• Meet admission requirements for international students at CUP

For English-Taught Programs:

• Undergraduate: IELTS ≥ 6.0 or TOEFL ≥ 75

• Graduate: IELTS ≥ 6.5 or TOEFL ≥ 80
  Exemptions apply to native English-speaking countries.

For Chinese-Taught Programs:

• Undergraduate: HSK-4 (≥ 222 points)

• Postgraduate: HSK-5 or above

Age & Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s: Under 25, high school graduate

• Master’s: Under 35, bachelor’s degree

• PhD: Under 45, master’s degree

🎁 Scholarship Benefits

First-Class Award:

• Full tuition waiver

• Free double-room accommodation

• Health insurance

• Monthly stipend (10 months/year):

  • Bachelor: ¥1800/month

  • Master: ¥2000/month

  • PhD: ¥2500/month

  • Exchange: ¥2000/month

Second-Class Award:

• Tuition waiver

• Accommodation

• Health insurance

📄 Required Documents

• Valid passport & China visa/entry-exit records

• Academic transcripts (≥70%)

• Certified translations (if not in English or Chinese)

• Proof of language proficiency

• Study/Research plan

• Physical examination report

• No criminal record certificate

• 2 recommendation letters (postgraduate only)

• Supervisor’s acceptance letter (mandatory for PhD applicants)

🧭 How to Apply – Step by Step

1. Visit the China University of Petroleum Application Portal

2. Create an account and log in

3. Upload all required documents to the online system
   📌 Note: No paper submissions accepted.

🔔 Important: Any attempt at fraud will result in immediate disqualification.