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CSC Scholarship at University of Science and Technology Beijing: Application Guide

Beijing, Beijing
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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.

2027-2028 CSC host status: not yet verified

This profile is retained from prior host or program evidence. It is not proof that University of Science and Technology Beijing will offer Type B in the upcoming cycle. Confirm the current official university notice before preparing or paying for an application.

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.

We have not yet hand-checked a current application window for University of Science and Technology Beijing, so no status pill is shown. Absence from our verified list does not mean closed: confirm on the official admission notice. Verified windows sitewide were last checked August 8, 2026.

Application fee:App fee: CNY 600Official 2026 graduate guidance lists a nonrefundable CNY 600 application fee. Re-verified July 30, 2026.

CSC application deadline

2026 High-Level Postgraduate Type B: 1 November 2025 to 15 March 2026. The separate Silk Road Type B notice closed 15 May 2026.

Source status: official notice from the most recently verified cycle.

CSC agency number: 10008

Deadline directory reviewed 8 August 2026. The 2027-2028 cycle is not yet published for most universities, so older dates are labelled as prior-cycle evidence or typical planning windows. Confirm the exact program and scholarship deadline on the official portal before applying.

Founded in 1952 as one of China's leading engineering institutes, USTB's Metallurgical Engineering discipline has ranked first globally in the ARWU Academic Subject Rankings for multiple consecutive years since 2018. Its Materials Science and Engineering discipline is a National Double First-Class construction discipline. With recognised strengths in School of Metallurgical and Ecological Engineering, School of Materials Science and Engineering, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, School of Mechanical Engineering, University of Science and Technology Beijing 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 University of Science and Technology Beijing, from choosing your program to submitting your documents online.

The University of Science and Technology Beijing is a specialized national university whose strongest identity comes from metallurgy, materials, and the engineering systems around them. It is part of Project 211 and the Double First-Class initiative, and its official materials emphasize deep roots in mining and metallurgical education. For CSC applicants, that makes USTB a focused choice: it is strongest when your proposal clearly belongs in its technical ecosystem, not when you simply want any engineering degree in Beijing.

USTB published a clear two-system process for the 2026 High-Level Postgraduate Type B scholarship. Applicants selected Type B with agency number 10008 in CGSIS, also applied through onlineapply.ustb.edu.cn, paid the university application fee, and submitted between 1 November 2025 and 15 March 2026. The official notice described a full scholarship covering tuition, on-campus accommodation, living allowance, and medical insurance. It also required a supervisor acceptance letter for the High-Level Postgraduate route, so professor outreach should begin well before the deadline.

English-medium opportunities are available in the disciplines that define the university. The 2026 Silk Road notice listed English postgraduate study in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Computer Science and Technology, Environmental Science and Engineering, and Safety Science and Engineering, normally with IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 80, or accepted equivalent evidence. USTB is therefore a high-value target for applicants with a coherent technical background, but it is not a low-effort safety option. A credible application should name a research group, show a practical or research method, and explain why USTB's specialization is essential to the proposed work.

CGSIS Agency Number

10008

Always confirm the agency number inside CGSIS before submitting.

Global standing

A national engineering-focused university in Beijing, part of Project 211 and the Double First-Class initiative, with especially strong metallurgy, materials, safety, and environmental engineering.

English-taught programs

The official 2026 Silk Road notice listed Chinese and English postgraduate options in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Computer Science and Technology, Environmental Science and Engineering, and Safety Science and Engineering. English applicants generally needed IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 80, or accepted equivalent proof.

Strongest departments & majors

Metallurgical Engineering
Materials Science and Engineering
Safety Science and Engineering
Environmental Science and Engineering
Computer Science and Technology

City snapshot

Climate:
Beijing has cold, dry winters, hot summers, and a short, pleasant spring and autumn. Air quality and spring dust can vary.
Living costs:
Tier 1 city: budget above provincial-capital levels for food, transport, and personal spending, although a full CSC award covers university accommodation.
Student life:
USTB is in Haidian's university district, with strong access to research institutions, other major campuses, public transport, and a large international student community.

Official sources used

We checked these university pages for the current scholarship route, deadline, fee, programs, and application steps. Universities can revise a notice after publication, so recheck the source before submitting.

Last reviewed 30 July 2026. See our editorial and corrections policy.

Scholarships available at University of Science and Technology Beijing

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

Beijing, Beijing: living costs

Tier 1 cityCNY 2,500–4,000 / 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 University of Science and Technology Beijing

  1. Confirm that University of Science and Technology Beijing 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 University of Science and Technology Beijing 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 University of Science and Technology Beijing application.

  4. Prepare your English proficiency evidence (or HSK for Chinese-taught programs) as required by University of Science and Technology Beijing.

  5. Complete the Foreigner Physical Examination Form with lab reports in time for the University of Science and Technology Beijing deadline.

  6. Write a tailored study plan or research proposal that references specific programs, labs, or supervisors at University of Science and Technology Beijing.

  7. Submit everything on the official CSC portal using the unique Agency Number for University of Science and Technology Beijing, then track your application through to results.

What the scholarship covers at University of Science and Technology Beijing

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–Nov 2026 (monitor)Watch for the first official 2027/2028 embassy, dispatching-authority, and university notices. No universal opening date has been published.
Late 2026–spring 2027Submit by the deadline in your controlling notice. Type A and Type B routes use different authorities and can close on different dates.
After submissionReceiving authorities and universities review files; an interview is used only where the current route or program requires one.
Result periodCheck the official system and the authority that received your application. Result timing varies by route and institution.
Admission-notice dateTravel and registration should follow the dates and instructions in your admission documents.

See the CSC application deadline panel above for University of Science and Technology Beijing's most recent cycle window.

Application fee

App fee: CNY 600

Official 2026 graduate guidance lists a nonrefundable CNY 600 application fee. Re-verified July 30, 2026.

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

University of Science and Technology Beijing CSC scholarship FAQ

What is USTB's CSC agency number?

The official 2026 Type B notice gives agency number 10008. Applicants had to submit both through CGSIS and USTB's own online application system.

What was the USTB Type B deadline for 2026?

The High-Level Postgraduate route ran from 1 November 2025 to 15 March 2026. USTB also published a separate Silk Road Type B call with a 15 May 2026 deadline and narrower country and program eligibility.

Does USTB charge an application fee?

Yes. The official 2026 graduate application guidance lists a nonrefundable CNY 600 fee, including for the university application system used by scholarship applicants.

Which USTB fields are strongest for a CSC application?

USTB is most compelling for metallurgy, materials, safety, environmental engineering, and related computer and engineering research. A precise match with a lab or supervisor matters more than choosing the university only for its Beijing location.

Does University of Science and Technology Beijing accept CSC Type B applications?

University of Science and Technology Beijing appears in our directory from prior CSC host or program evidence, but we have not yet confirmed its 2027-2028 Type B participation. Check the university's current international-admissions notice and confirm the channel and Agency Number before applying.

Is the CSC scholarship at University of Science and Technology Beijing fully funded?

A full Chinese Government Scholarship normally covers tuition, accommodation or a housing subsidy, medical insurance, and a monthly stipend. That does not prove University of Science and Technology Beijing will offer a full Type B award in 2027-2028: some routes are partial or unavailable, so confirm the current notice and your final award letter.

What is the application deadline for University of Science and Technology Beijing?

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

What can I study at University of Science and Technology Beijing on a CSC scholarship?

University of Science and Technology Beijing in Beijing, Beijing has strengths in School of Metallurgical and Ecological Engineering, School of Materials Science and Engineering, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, School of Mechanical Engineering. If its current CSC notice confirms your degree level and subject, use the official program catalogue to check the teaching language and identify a suitable supervisor.

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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