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Register for the CSCA examination, according to the requirements of the applied university and program. (only for undergraduate applicants)

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Register and log in to the “Chinese Government Scholarship Online Application System for International Students in China” (https://studyinchina.csc.edu.cn/#/login), complete the “Chinese Government Scholarship Application Form” online, and submit all required application materials. The email for registration will be used to receive all information about the scholarship. Please keep your account and password safe.

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After the online application is completed, submit hard copies of the materials to the Chinese Embassy in South Sudan before February 5, 2027.

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Attend the interview in the Chinese Embassy in South Sudan. The Embassy will review the materials submitted by all applicants and send interview invitations. (in Mid-February, 2027)

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Receive the admission letter through email. (around July,2027)

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Go to China for study. (around September, 2027)

3. How can I complete the security verification on the Chinese Government Scholarship application system website?

A: Please follow the operation shown in the figure below, drag the arrow to the right side until the puzzle is complete.

4. Who need to provide pre-admission letters?

A: All applicants need to provide pre-admission letters.

5. How can I obtain pre-admission letters from the target universities?

A:Please visit the following website: https://www.campuschina.org/universities/index.html.

Or try searching “university name plus pre-admission letter” ( for example, University A pre-admission letter) in a search engine to find the official website of the target university. And then provide materials according to the university’s requirements and apply for pre-admission letters.

6. Who need to take the CSCA online examination?

A: Applicants for undergraduate degree programs must take the CSCA online examination. Otherwise, their applications cannot be approved. Applicants for other degree programs do not need to take the CSCA online examination.

7. What is the official website for the CSCA online examination?

A: https://csca.cn/home.

8. When are the next two CSCA examination dates?

A: December 19–20, 2026 and January 23–24, 2027. Please register on time. Please note that the examination time is Beijing time. Applicants should plan their time properly.

9 How much is the examination fee?

A: RMB 450 for one subject, and RMB 700 for two or more subjects.

10. How can the examination fee be paid?

A: Payment can only be made online. Please prepare a VISA card or other payment tools. Offline payment is not accepted.

11. How many CSCA online examination subjects should applicants register for?

A: It is recommended to register for at least two subjects. Please visit the website of the target university to check the required examination subjects for the program you are applying for.

12. When will the CSCA score report be released?

A: Within 10 working days after the examination.

13. If I have already taken the CSCA online examination and obtained a score report, do I need to take the examination again when applying this year?

A: CSCA score reports are valid for two years from the date of the examination. Applicants can use valid score reports to apply for the 2027/2028 Chinese Government Scholarship.

14. Do I still need to submit paper materials after completes the online application ?

A: Yes. After completing the online application, applicants must submit hard copies of the materials (not originals) to the Chinese Embassy in South Sudan before February 5, 2027.

15. Can non-South Sudanese citizens apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship through Chinese Embassy in South Sudan?

A: No. The Embassy only accepts applications from South Sudanese citizens. Citizens from other countries should apply through the Chinese Embassy or consulate in their home countries.

16. Can South Sudanese citizens living abroad apply for the scholarship?

A: Yes. After completing the online application, please submit the hard copies of the materials (not originals) to the Chinese Embassy in South Sudan before February 5, 2027.

17. Will the application after February 5, 2027 be accepted?

A: No. Overdue applications will not be processed.

18. What is the format of the interview?

A: Competitive interview. The Chinese Embassy in South Sudan will send interview invitations to applicants who pass the review. Applicants who receive the invitation must come to the Embassy for the interview. The online interview is not available.

    19. What type of passport should I use for application?

A: Only an ordinary or regular passport is acceptable.

    20. If I am admitted by the Chinese University, can I enter into China by using a South Sudanese Diplomatic or Special passport, and later apply for the study visa and Foreigner’s Residence Permit in China by using an ordinary or regular passport?

A: No. Only applying for the Type X1 study visa successfully by using an ordinary or regular passport outside China, can the applicant who is admitted go to China, and apply for the Foreigner’s Residence Permit with the assistance of the university he or she attends.

21. If my passport is valid for less than one year, can I still apply for the scholarship?

A: It is recommended to apply with a passport valid until after December 2027. If this is truly impossible, the applicant may temporarily use the current passport to register and apply for the new passport as soon as possible. After obtaining the new one, the applicant should update it in the Chinese Government Scholarship application system on time, or contact the Chinese Embassy in South Sudan to renew.

22. What are the duration and coverage of the Chinese Government Scholarship? Does it include international travel expenses?

A: The duration of Chinese Government Scholarship funding includes Chinese language preparatory (foundation) study and major study. The funding covers tuition, accommodation, living allowance, and comprehensive medical insurance. International travel expenses to China are excluded.

23. Are there any tutoring institutions designated to help applicants apply?

A: No. The Chinese Embassy in South Sudan has never entrusted any institutions to guide or assist applicants with scholarship applications. Applicants are advised to remain vigilant and avoid being deceived.