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How to Apply for the CSC Scholarship at Nanjing Forestry University

Nanjing, Jiangsu

Apply on the official portal for Nanjing Forestry University

Portal links verified July 2026. Universities occasionally change systems: if a link fails, search '<university name> international student application' or tell us via the contact page.

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Admissions timeline

CSC/CGS round: opens October–December, and most university deadlines fall between January and April. Deadlines are set per university and per program: always check the current admission notice on the official portal linked above.

Typical intake: September; some universities offer a smaller March intake.

Application fee:See the university's current admission notice.

Manually verified against official admission notices on July 6, 2026. Other universities may also be open: absence from this list does not mean closed. We update this list periodically.

CSC application deadline

CSC High-Level Postgraduate Program: online application by mid February; general admission runs into early summer.

CSC agency number: 10298

The 2027-2028 cycle isn't published yet, deadlines above reflect the most recent cycle. Confirm the exact date on the official portal before applying.

Nanjing Forestry University grew out of the forestry departments of Central University and the University of Nanking and entered China's Double First-Class project in 2017. In the national discipline evaluation its Forestry Engineering, Forestry, and Landscape Architecture were all rated A class, first among China's forestry universities, and around 600 international students study or exchange there each year. With recognised strengths in Forestry, Forestry Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Wood Science and Technology, Nanjing Forestry University is a strong destination for international students seeking the fully funded Chinese Government Scholarship for the 2027-2028 academic year. This guide walks you through exactly how to apply for the CSC scholarship at Nanjing Forestry University, from choosing your program to submitting your documents online.

Scholarships available at Nanjing Forestry University

Scholarship availability is based on program type and province; always confirm on the university's international admissions page for the current intake.

Nanjing, Jiangsu: living costs

New Tier 1 / Tier 2 cityCNY 1,500–2,500 / month

Estimated monthly living costs (food, transport, phone, personal items) excluding accommodation, which the CSC scholarship covers via free on-campus housing or a subsidy.

The 7 steps to apply at Nanjing Forestry University

  1. Confirm that Nanjing Forestry University offers your program at your degree level and supports the CSC channel (most accept Type B), then add it to your shortlist.

  2. Identify a potential supervisor at Nanjing Forestry University whose research matches yours and email them to request pre-admission: an acceptance letter is optional but a strong plus.

  3. Secure two recommendation letters from professors or associate professors to submit with your Nanjing Forestry University application.

  4. Prepare your English proficiency evidence (or HSK for Chinese-taught programs) as required by Nanjing Forestry University.

  5. Complete the Foreigner Physical Examination Form with lab reports in time for the Nanjing Forestry University deadline.

  6. Write a tailored study plan or research proposal that references specific programs, labs, or supervisors at Nanjing Forestry University.

  7. Submit everything on the official CSC portal using the unique Agency Number for Nanjing Forestry University, then track your application through to results.

What the scholarship covers at Nanjing Forestry University

Tuition

Fully waived at the host university

Accommodation

Free on-campus housing or a housing subsidy

Medical insurance

Comprehensive insurance for international students

Monthly stipend

Bachelor's CNY 2,500 · Master's CNY 3,000 · PhD CNY 3,500

Deadlines & timeline

Oct 2026 (expected)The 2027/2028 CGS application round opens; portals and university guidelines go live.
December – AprilApplication deadlines. Type A (embassy) online CGSIS submission is often due by early February 2026 with embassy document submission by late February 2026; Type B (university) deadlines run December–April, and most universities close January–March.
March – JuneUniversities review applications, and some hold pre-admission interviews.
By end of JulyResults announced to successful applicants.
Early SeptemberStudies begin at the host university.

See the CSC application deadline panel above for Nanjing Forestry University's most recent cycle window.

Application fee

Application fee: see the university's current admission notice.

University application fees typically range CNY 400-800; a few universities charge none, and a few waive it for CSC awardees. The CSC portal itself is always free.

Fee amounts verified against official 2026-2027 admission notices; universities update fees yearly: confirm on the linked portal.

Find faculty & official info

Browse the official website to identify potential supervisors and their research groups. We link to the official site rather than listing individual professor emails: always find current contact details on department pages.

Official website

Tips for emailing professors

  • Reference a specific lab or research group and connect it to your background.
  • Attach a concise one-page CV and a short study/research statement.
  • State clearly that you plan to apply through the CSC (Chinese University Program) channel.

Need a starting point? Use our email-to-a-professor template.

Nanjing Forestry University CSC scholarship FAQ

Does Nanjing Forestry University accept CSC Type B applications?

Most CSC partner universities, including Nanjing Forestry University, accept Type B (Chinese University Program) applications where you apply directly to the university. Confirm the current channel and the university's unique Agency Number on its international students office page before you apply.

Is the CSC scholarship at Nanjing Forestry University fully funded?

Yes, for full awards. The Chinese Government Scholarship covers tuition, on-campus accommodation or a housing subsidy, comprehensive medical insurance, and a monthly stipend (CNY 2,500 for Bachelor's, CNY 3,000 for Master's, and CNY 3,500 for PhD) for successful full-award applicants (Type A, or full Type B) at Nanjing Forestry University. Some Type B awards are partial (typically tuition and insurance only, no stipend), so always confirm the award type in your admission letter.

What is the application deadline for Nanjing Forestry University?

Deadlines are set by each university and typically fall between December and April, with many closing by March. Check the official Nanjing Forestry University admissions page for the exact 2027-2028 deadline as early as possible.

What can I study at Nanjing Forestry University on a CSC scholarship?

Nanjing Forestry University in Nanjing, Jiangsu has strengths in Forestry, Forestry Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Wood Science and Technology. Explore its program catalogue for English-taught and Chinese-taught options at your degree level, and identify a potential supervisor whose research matches your interests.

Figures based on China Scholarship Council program information. Always verify current details on campuschina.org and your target university's admissions page.

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