East China Normal University Scholarships 2024

Applications are invited for the East China Normal University Scholarships 2024. The deadline date to apply for East China Normal University Scholarships is May 10, 2024. Using Shanghai Government Scholarships 2023–24 is open to all students worldwide who want to study for bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees in Shanghai, China. The scholarships offered by East China Normal University for 2023–2024 are fully funded and will pay for all living expenses, tuition, monthly stipends, and health insurance.

During their study abroad term in China, a highly developed and prosperous nation, international students have the esteemed opportunity to broaden their academic knowledge and hone their professional skills through the fully funded SGS scholarship program. Students who receive Chinese Government Scholarships have the opportunity to work with peers from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and economic backgrounds while being supervised by highly qualified senior supervisors. A fully-funded scholarship program covering all study-related costs in China is the Shanghai Government Scholarship (SGS).

Located in Shanghai, China, East China Normal University (ECNU) is a public research university. It was established in 1951 as the consequence of the union of Kwang Hua University and Great China University, having its roots in the 1879 founding of St. John’s College. The QS World University Rankings by Subjects place ECNU in the top two or three spots among Chinese universities for education and training. In the Times Higher Education Rankings by Subject “Education” for 2021, it came in at number 37 in the world. At East China Normal University (ECNU), there are about 32,000 students pursuing degrees.

East China Normal University Scholarships Details

Scholarship Country: China
Supported By: East China Normal University
Course Level: Undergraduate, Master, and PhD
Financial Coverage: Funded
Who is eligible? International Students
Deadline Date: May 10, 2024

About Shanghai

Shanghai, one of the four direct-controlled municipalities of the People’s Republic of China, with a population of more than 24 million as of 2014, is a global financial center and a transport hub with the world’s busiest container port. Located in the Yangtze River Delta in East China, Shanghai sits on the south edge of the mouth of the Yangtze in the middle portion of the Chinese coast. The municipality borders the provinces of Jiangsu and Zhejiang to the north, south, and west and is bound to the east by the East China Sea.

Application Procedures

Apply online

Log into the ECNU international student online application website: http://lxsapply.ecnu.edu.cn/. Please register and submit the online application. Upload your application documents and pay the 800 RMB application fee online, which won’t be refunded.

* Scholarship applicants should also register and submit the application form on scholarship websites.

Participate in the interview or exam

After receiving the notice for the interview or exam, please attend on time. The specific arrangement is subject to the email notification. Please ensure that the email address is correct.

Track your application status online

Pay attention to your email or log in to your ECNU application account online to check your application status.

Admission and University Enrollment

The result of your application will be announced through your application account. Admitted students must register as mentioned on the admission letter and bring the original graduation certificate to be checked. Your enrollment will be canceled if you cannot provide the required original copy of the relevant certificates.

Contact Information

• Juanmei ZHANG
• Email: jmzhang@gec.ecnu.edu.cn
• Joy HAO
• Email: jyhao@gec.ecnu.edu.cn
• Zhuzhu CHEN
• Email: zzcheng@ied.ecnu.edu.cn
• Tel: +86-21-62232013 +86-21-62238353
• Add: Room 253 Global Education Center, Physics Building, 3663 Zhongshan North Road, East China Normal University, Shanghai.
• Zip code: 200062
• Official WeChat ID: encages

Campus Life

The university journey encompasses more than just the courses you enroll in or the graduation qualifications you achieve. It also entails establishing enduring relationships and becoming a valued member of a community that assists in your personal development and self-realization.

Get to ECNU

Departure from Hongqiao Airport to Zhongbei Campus

• Subway: Line 2 to Zhongshan Park, and then transfer to Line 3/4 and get off at Jinshajiang Road Station or take Bus No.67 or No.765 to ECNU, which will cost about 6–20 RMB.
• Taxi: It will cost about 50RMB for a 30-minute taxi drive from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to ECNU.

Departure from Pudong International Airport to Zhongbei Campus

• Subway: Line 2 to Zhongshan Park, and then transfer to Line 3/4 and get off at Jinshajiang Road Station or take Bus No.67 or No.765 to ECNU, which will cost about 9–25 RMB.
• Taxi: It will cost about 250 RMB for a 1-hour taxi drive from Pudong International Airport to ECNU.
• 中山北路3663号华东师范大学留学生公寓1/2号楼 No. 1/2 International Student Residence Hall
• The pronunciation of the address in Chinese is:
• Zhong shan bei lu, san liu liu san hao, hua dong shi fan da xue, liu xue sheng gong yu yi/er hao lou
• 中山北路3663号华东师范大学国际交流服务中心 International Exchange Service Center:
• The pronunciation of the address in Chinese is:
• Zhong Shan Bei Lu, San Liu Liu San Hao, Hua Dong Shi Fan Da Xue, Goji Jiaoliu, and Zhong Xin

Canteens

1. Dining Hall East (bldg. 6 on campus map)
2. Dining Hall West (BLDG 38 on campus map)
3. Liwa Dining Hall (bldg. 35 on campus map), Western Restaurant, and Muslim canteen are located on the 2nd floor
4. Yifu canteen, 24-hour book cafe (bldg. 18 on campus map)
5. Manner coffee (on the first floor of bldg.7)

International students can use the campus card (which also functions as a meal card) to eat at every dining hall on campus.

Sports Facilities

• The indoor badminton stadium is No. 23 or 3 on the campus map
• The indoor ping-pong stadium is No. 23 on the campus map
• The indoor basketball stadium is No. 23 or 3 on the campus map
• The swimming pool: No. 10 campus
• The outdoor basketball court is near dorm No. 2.
• The outdoor soccer court: is near dorm No. 2.

Bank

It is necessary to apply for a Chinese bank card. Alipay and WeChat need to be bound to a Chinese bank card in order to be used properly in China. Bank of China and Industrial and Commercial Bank of China have several branches near the school, so you can decide which one to apply for according to your needs.

Friendly Reminder

• Documents required for bank card application: passport, admission letter, Registration Form of Temporary Residence, and Chinese cell phone number.
• Bank of China only accepts card applications from long-term international students whose study period is more than 6 months, while ICBC can accept card applications from international students whose study period is less than 6 months.
• Scholarship students must apply for an ICBC account!

Industrial and Commercial Bank of China

• East China Normal University Branch: No. 3665, North Zhongshan Road
• Jinshajiang Road branch: No. 942, Zhongjiang Road
• Putuo branch: No. 5, Lane 388, Daduhe Road

Bank of China

• Nujiang Road branch: 311 Nujiang Road
• Changfeng Business District branch: No. 196, Daduhe Road
• Lanxi Road branch: No. 7, Lanxi Road

Student Insurance

From July 1st, 2017, according to the regulations made by the Chinese Ministry of Education, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Ministry of Public Safety, all international students in China are required to have comprehensive insurance based on national and school policies. For all international students’ comprehensive insurance, East China Normal University has the following requirements:

• For all the international students whose study period is less than 6 months, you need to present to the ECNU international students office the approved insurance policy (the insurance coverage is higher than the coverage of the “Comprehensive Medical Insurance Policy for Foreigners Staying in China of Guo Ren Annuity Insurance,” referred to as “Guo Ren Insurance” below, and the insurance effective period should cover the study period). If the existing insurance doesn’t meet the requirement or you don’t have any insurance, you are required to purchase “Guo Ren Insurance” (400 Yuan/6 Months)
• 2. For all the international students whose study period is more than 6 months, you need to present to the ECNU international students office the approved insurance policy (the insurance must be purchased from the insurance company in Mainland China; the insurance coverage is higher than the coverage of “Guo Ren Insurance” below, and the insurance effective period should cover the study period). If the existing insurance doesn’t meet the requirement or you don’t have insurance, you are required to purchase “Guo Ren Insurance” (400 Yuan for 6 months, 800 Yuan for a year)

Internship

According to the regulations of the Exit-Entry Administration Bureau of the Shanghai Public Security Bureau, all international students studying in Shanghai who plan to participate in off-campus internships should add the internship information to their residence permit. Degree-program International students who apply for the off-campus internship should meet the following criteria:

• Hold a valid student residence permit.
• Obey Chinese law and university regulations, and don’t have any criminal records.
• 2nd year or higher undergraduate or master’s, and the remaining residence period is longer than 3 months.
• Pass all the courses in the last semester with good attendance.
• The off-camp internship is within the program study plan.

Safety and Security

• Shanghai is a subtropical monsoon-climate city with four distinct seasons. Generally, summer is relatively hot, winter is relatively humid and cold, and the weather changes frequently in spring and autumn. It is recommended that everyone pay attention to the weather changes, adjust their clothing and diet in a timely manner, adhere to a good lifestyle, and maintain a healthy body.
• Shanghai is a very safe city, but it is still not recommended to go out alone or go to unfamiliar and remote areas at night. It is also recommended not to go to crowded places to prevent accidents.
• It is recommended not to carry a large amount of cash or valuables with you when going out. Mobile payment is well established in China, so it’s advisable to use it more often.
• When going out, please strictly abide by traffic regulations. If you need to purchase a motorcycle or electric vehicle, you must register at the police station and legally go on the road.
• If taking a taxi, it is recommended to request a receipt from the driver and keep it. In case any item is lost in the car or you need to file a complaint, the receipt is an important piece of evidence.
• When purchasing and using various household appliances, please pay attention to safety and cut off the power promptly after use. Never charge electric vehicles indoors or in hallways, as it can lead to fire hazards.

Award Benefits

• Full Tuition Fee Coverage
• Free Accommodation
• Free Medical Insurance
• Free Accommodation
• A stipend for the doctoral program is CNY 3,500.
• The Graduate Program is CNY 3000 and
• The Undergraduate program costs CNY 2500
• Exemption from Tuition Fee
• Medical Insurance

Available Study Fields 

• Advanced International and Area Studies
• Educational Technology
• Teaching Education
• Educational Psychology
• Education Science
• International Chinese Studies
• Psychology and Cognitive Science
• Business, Economics, and Management Administration
• Finance and Statics
• Chemistry

• Design
• Software Engineering
• Politics
• Computer Science
• Molecular Engineering
• Chinese Language & Literature
• Philosophy
• History
• Social Development
• Foreign Language
• Physical Education and Health Care
• Communication
• Fine Arts
• Estuary and Coastal Research
• Geographic Sciences
• Ecological and Environmental Sciences
• Urban and Regional Sciences
• Biology
• Key Laboratory of Precision Spectroscopy

Eligibility Criteria

• All international students are eligible to apply.
• The applicants must have good health.
• The students applying for the pre-college program must hold a high school diploma and be under the age of 23.
• The students applying for a bachelor’s degree program must hold a high school diploma and not be more than 25 years old.
• The applicants applying for a Master’s degree program must have a Bachelor’s degree, and the age limit is 35 years.
• The applicant students applying for a PhD degree program must hold a Master’s degree and be under the age of 40.

Documents Required

• Completed online application form
• Research proposal
• Transcript
• Copy of Passport
• Physical Examination Form
• Recommendation Letter (two) 
• English Proficiency Test Certificate
• Personal statement of the student Click Here to Learn
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) 
• No Criminal Certificate

Application Deadline

The deadline date to apply for East China Normal University Scholarships is May 10, 2024.

How To Apply?

The official website is the best place to go if you want to learn more about Joint East China Normal University Scholarships. There are a ton of other things, such as campus life, student amenities, and the policies and procedures surrounding admissions. Find out more about the faculty, researchers, and community service programs at the university. Student handbooks and academic calendars are also accessible to website users. Whether you’re a prospective or current student, or just curious, Click this link to view the website.

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