Great Wall Program

Great Wall Program

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The Great Wall Program offers fellowships to students from select developing countries to study in China. Selected students can do their undergraduate or postgraduate studies in China fully funded for one year. The National Commission of UNESCO for India and the Chinese Scholarship Council (CSC) manage the Great Wall Program application and selection processes.

Scholarship details
Offered by The Government of China
Amount granted 40,700 USD
Type of scholarship Merit-based
Level of program Undergraduate & Graduate
Application deadline 30th April 2023
International students Students from select developing countries
Official URL Great Wall Scholarship

 

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Benefits

A fully-funded award, the Great Wall Program benefits for students include the following:

  1. A waiver for academic costs
  2. On-campus dormitory accommodation
  3. Monthly living allowance
  4. One-time settlement subsidy
  5. Medical Insurance
  6. Inter-city travel
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Eligibility criteria

The Great Wall Program eligibility requirements include the following:

  1. Be a citizen of any of the eligible developing countries
  2. Good mental and physical health
  3. Age must be under 45 years for general programs and under 50 years for senior scholar programs
  4. Minimum 2 years of undergraduate degree for general programs and a graduate degree for senior scholar programs
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Application process

  1. Contact the National Commission of UNESCO for India.
  2. Prepare the documents required. Contact the concerned university in China for Admission Letter.
  3. The National Commission recommends the top candidates. They should complete the online application at China Scholarship Council (CSC) Online Application System for International Students.
  4. Submit the documents to the National Commission.

 

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Documents required

Documents required can be either in Chinese or English.
The Great Wall Program documents include the following:

  1. Application form
  2. Academic certificates
  3. Recommendation letters
  4. A research proposal (minimum 500 words)
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Selection process

  1. The National Commission of UNESCO endorses the top applications. The commission sends the Letters of nomination and CSC online application forms with copies of passports to UNESCO.
  2. UNESCO and Chinese authorities select around 75 candidates and inform respective National Commissions.

Disclaimer: The information on this page is taken from the official website of the Great Wall Program. See the original source for any change in the data provided, like dates, facts, etc.

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Frequently asked questions

How to improve the chances of winning the Great Wall Program?

Applicants must prove their exceptional merit for the Great Wall Program to get their application selected, and here are some ways of doing that:

  • Write an excellent research proposal that documents your in-depth knowledge of the proposed program of study and future goals.
  • Craft an SOP that outlines your candidacy for the program, including your experience, unique achievements, academic merit, etc., relevant to the program.
  • Get Letters of Recommendation from experts in your field of study.
Is it possible to edit the Great Wall Program application form after submission?

It is not possible to edit the application form for the Great Wall Program after submission. Applicants must be vigilant while filling out the form on the China Scholarship Council (CSC) portal.

Can I change my institution after getting selected for the Great Wall Program?

Applicants for the Great Wall Program must get acceptance to a host institution in China to get selected for funding. Once an applicant has been selected, it is not possible to change the institution of study in China.

Does the Great Wall Program fund part-time or distance learning programs?

The Great Wall Program offers funding for full-time courses in China and not for part-time or distance learning degrees.

Is proficiency in the Chinese language required to apply for the Great Wall Program?

There is no mandatory requirement for the applicant to be proficient in Chinese to apply for the Great Wall Program.

Is IELTS mandatory for the Great Wall Program?

Applicants for the Great Wall Program must possess a certification for English language skills, which can be international entrance tests such as the IELTS, TOEFL, etc., or UNESCO’s Certificate of Language Knowledge.