Northwestern Polytechnical University CSC Youth of Excellence Master's Scholarship 2027

Introduction

Are you a mid-career professional working in government, higher education, or enterprise management? Do you want to build your expertise in global governance and administration at a top-tier institution without the burden of tuition fees? The Youth of Excellence Scheme of China Program, hosted at Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU), is now accepting applications for its 2027 cohort — and it may be exactly what you are looking for.

Implemented by the China Scholarship Council (CSC), this fully funded program aims to train senior management talent and global governance leaders from Belt and Road Initiative countries. The unique 1+1 year master’s degree model allows you to spend your first year completing full-time coursework and research in Xi’an, China, and your second year completing your dissertation in your home country while continuing your professional work.

Read on to find out if you qualify, what the scholarship covers, and how to submit a strong application for pre-admission before the March 15, 2027 deadline.

Quick Overview

Provider	Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU) & CSC
Country / Location	Xi’an, China
Program Type	Scholarship
Study Level	Master’s Degree (1+1 Year Mode)
Funding	Fully Funded
Open To	Non-Chinese citizens
Deadline	March 15, 2027 (Pre-admission)

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Fields of Study

The master’s degree programs selected to support this initiative at NPU are:

• Business Administration: Focuses on international marketing, cross-border e-commerce, and digital economy management.
• International Public Administration and Management: Focuses on government reform, public policy analysis, and national governance capacity.
• Software Engineering: Focuses on big data, cloud computing, and technical management skills for Silk Road e-commerce.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I stay in China for the second year of the program?

No, the cultivation mode dictates a 1+1 study period. The first year involves full-time course study and research in China, while the second year requires you to return to your home country to complete your dissertation in accordance with your work practice.

When should I apply for the NPU Pre-admission Notice?

You should apply as early as possible. NPU’s winter vacation usually lasts from mid-January to February, during which processing takes longer. The absolute deadline to receive the pre-admission notice is March 15, 2027.

Do I need an acceptance letter before submitting the final CSC application?

Yes. You must secure a pre-admission notice from Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU) before you submit your application into the CSC online system.

When applying for the Pre-admission Notice at NPU, you must prepare clear, scanned copies of the following documents (in English or Chinese):

Personal information page of your valid passport

Bachelor’s degree certificate

Academic transcript for your bachelor’s degree

Two Recommendation Letters

Certificate of Employment (must state job title, employing institution, period of employment, signature of the person-in-charge, and official institutional seal)

English proficiency certificate

Study plan for the Master’s degree program

Notarized copies of other awards or academic achievements (if applicable)

Physical Examination Certificate (based on the prescribed format, completed within the last 6 months)

To be eligible for this master’s program, you must meet all of the following requirements:

Professional Background

You must hold a bachelor’s degree and have at least 3 years of working experience. You must also fall into one of these four categories:

Government employee at the director level (or corresponding level) in your home country.

Senior manager of an institution or enterprise.

Administrative staff member at a university or scientific research institution.

Professional with international organization working or internship experience.

Age & Health

You must be under the age of 40 before September 1, 2027.

You must be in good physical and mental health (no infectious disease, no physical or mental disease that may affect study).

Nationality & Language

Must be a non-Chinese citizen holding a valid passport.

Must meet English language proficiency criteria (the program is taught in English).

If you are selected for the Youth of Excellence Scheme of China Program at NPU, your funding package includes:

Full Scholarship coverage for the duration of the master’s program.

If you are interested in applying for this scholarship, follow these steps carefully

Obtain Pre-admission Notice: Email your required application materials to [email protected] before March 15, 2027. State your name, working organization, title, phone number, supporting category, and intended major clearly in the email.

Submit CSC Online Application: Once you receive the pre-admission notice from NPU, create an account and log into the CSC application system before March 25, 2027.

Complete CSC Form: Submit your application using Scholarship Type: A, Agency Code: 1563, and Program Name: Youth of Excellence Scheme of China.

CSC Application Portal →

For more information, please visit the

NPU official website.