Ningbo University (NBU) Announced 2026 Scholarships for BS, MS, PhD Admissions
China’s scholarship season is very much alive for 2026, and Ningbo — one of Zhejiang’s most international and student-friendly cities — is once again putting real funding on the table to attract strong global applicants. Ningbo University (NBU) is now accepting international candidates for the Ningbo Government Scholarship 2026, a merit-based award that supports Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral, and long-term Chinese language study routes. Whether you’re aiming for a full degree or a focused language year in China, this is the kind of opportunity that rewards early action.
What makes this scholarship especially practical is its clear, level-based structure. Instead of vague promises, the Ningbo Government Scholarship offers fixed annual awards depending on your study category — so you can immediately see where you fit and what support you may receive. For Master’s and PhD candidates (Type A), the scholarship provides 30,000 CNY per year; Bachelor’s students (Type B) receive 20,000 CNY per year; and non-degree Chinese language students (Type C) receive 6,000 CNY per year. Because the award is issued as a set amount rather than “full tuition,” it should be viewed as financial support that offsets tuition and/or living costs — and applicants are encouraged to confirm exactly how it applies to their chosen program when speaking with the admissions office.
The scholarship is built for international students who are academically prepared and ready to integrate into China’s higher-education environment. Across all categories, the foundation is the same: applicants must be non-Chinese citizens, be in good health, and agree to follow Chinese laws and Ningbo University regulations. For Chinese-taught programs, candidates should be prepared to prove their language ability with HSK or an equivalent certificate. From there, requirements scale by level. Bachelor’s applicants generally need a high-school diploma and must be under 25; Master’s applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree and be under 35; PhD applicants need a master’s degree and must be under 40. Non-degree Chinese language students must plan for a minimum one-year study period. In all cases, students who are already enrolled are expected to show a strong academic record.
What makes Ningbo University a compelling destination is the balance it strikes between academic quality and student life. As one of Zhejiang’s key universities, NBU combines solid teaching and research with a city environment that is internationally oriented, affordable compared to China’s megacities, and well connected. For students who want the China experience without the pressure of Beijing or Shanghai prices, Ningbo offers a smart middle ground — and this scholarship makes that choice even more accessible.
Applications for the Ningbo Government Scholarship 2026 are handled through Ningbo University’s international admissions system, with full details available at https://is.nbu.edu.cn/site/scholarships/ningbo-government-scholarship.html. Applicants considering joint or partner pathways can also review related funding options at https://www.nottingham.edu.cn/en/study-with-us/undergraduate/fees-and-scholarships/international.aspx. With support available across degree and non-degree routes, and a city that actively welcomes international students, this scholarship stands out as one of the most practical China-based funding opportunities for 2026 — especially for candidates ready to plan early and position themselves for success.
