ANSO Scholarship for Young Talents: Shall we explore the possibility of a fully-funded scholarship in China?
Applications are now being accepted from all qualified and interested international students for the 2025 ANSO Scholarship for young passionate individuals across the world to contribute to Science and the realm of knowledge.
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The entirety of the costs of your tuition, accommodation, living expenses worth CNY 84,000 per year, and comprehensive medical insurance during the corresponding academic period are covered by the ANSO scholarship.
Dedicated to enhancing global scientific and technological capacity, the ANSO Scholarship strives to foster cooperation, communication, and advancements in science and technology.
In this post, the full details of the eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedure will be provided.
Scholarship Abstract
- Host Country: China
- Category: Scholarships || Study Abroad || Study-In-Asia || Postgraduate Scholarships || Masters Scholarships || PhD Scholarships
- Benefits: Full Scholarship
- Tuition
- Accommodation
- 84,000 Living Stipends
- Visa
- Medical Insurance
- Eligibility: All Countries
- Deadline: February 15, 2025
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ANSO Scholarship Details
The Alliance of International Science Organizations (ANSO) invites aspiring young scientists worldwide to apply for the ANSO Scholarship for Young Talents 2024.
Established in 2018, ANSO is a non-profit, non-governmental international organization comprising 37 scientific institutions, universities, and international organizations globally.
A special category, the ANSO-CAS-TWAS/UNESCO Ph.D. Scholarship, was introduced in 2022, prioritizing candidates from Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and women.
The China Academy of Sciences (CAS) primarily sponsors this scholarship, with additional funding from TWAS and UNESCO for ANSO-CAS-TWAS/UNESCO Ph.D. Scholarship awardees.
Interested and qualified candidates should read this piece till the end for full information regarding the scholarship.
ANSO Scholarship Requirements
To be eligible for the ANSO Scholarship for Young Talents 2024, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Not hold Chinese citizenship
- Proficiency in English or Chinese
- For Master’s program applicants: Born after 1st January 1994 (inclusive)
- For Ph.D. program applicants: Born after 1st January 1989 (inclusive)
- Meet the admission criteria for international students of USTC/UCAS
- Not undertake other assignments during the scholarship period
- Not currently pursuing a Master’s or Ph.D. degree in China
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Available Programmes
For the 2025/26 academic session, the Shanghai ANSO Scholarship will accept applications to the Masters and PhD programmes offered by all the participating universities of the ANSO Scholarship.
Participating Universities
The following universities are participating in the ANSO Scholarship 2024/25.
Annually, the scholarship supports 200 Master’s students and 300 Ph.D. students, enabling them to pursue postgraduate education at esteemed institutions such as;
- the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC),
- the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS), or
- institutes of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) throughout China.
ANSO Scholarships Benefits and Timeline
The ANSO Scholarship for Young Talents 2024 provides comprehensive support to ensure that scholars can fully focus on their academic pursuits. The following details outline the specific funding and benefits offered:
Tuition Coverage:
- For ANSO-CAS-TWAS/UNESCO Ph.D. Scholarship awardees, tuition expenses, including registration fees and other related costs (items 1 to 4), are covered by the China Academy of Sciences (CAS).
- For other ANSO Scholarship awardees, CAS covers all tuition-related expenses, ensuring that scholars can pursue their postgraduate education without financial constraints.
Living Allowance:
- All awardees, regardless of the specific category, receive a living allowance to cover daily expenses, accommodation, and other miscellaneous costs.
- The living allowance is a crucial aspect of the scholarship, providing financial support for scholars throughout their academic journey.
Travel Subsidy Exclusion:
- It’s important to note that any scholarship awardee present in China, the host country, at the time of application is not eligible for any travel subsidy.
- ANSO emphasizes fairness and transparency in the allocation of resources, and this exclusion is in line with those principles.
Training and Research Support:
- Beyond financial assistance, the scholarship includes centralized training in Chinese language and culture, ensuring that scholars can adapt seamlessly to their academic environment.
- Practical research and completion of degree theses are also supported, enhancing the overall educational experience.
Selection Criteria
- Once selected, all awardees are required to undergo centralized training in Chinese language, culture, and complete required credits, practical research, and degree theses at USTC/UCAS or CAS institutes.
- Failure to pass annual assessments may lead to scholarship termination, study discontinuity, or the issuance of a certificate of attendance without a formal degree.
- Awardees must comply with Chinese laws and USTC/UCAS regulations. Notably, candidates on-site in China during the application are ineligible for travel subsidies.
How To Apply for ANSO Scholarship 2025
- The application for the 2025 ANSO Scholarship opens on 20th October 2024 (dates may vary slightly for USTC and UCAS – check respective websites for details).
- The application deadline for both applicants and referees is 15th February 2025 (Beijing Time).
- USTC applicants can refer to the Application Guideline for Graduate Applicants to USTC.
- UCAS applicants should consult the Call for 2024 Doctoral Programs for International Students and the Call for 2025 Master’s Programs for International Students.
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Submit your application through the USTC/UCAS admission system as per instructions before the deadline.
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When applying, choose “the ANSO Scholarship for Young Talents” and, if applicable, indicate your interest in the ANSO-CAS-TWAS/UNESCO Ph.D. Scholarship.
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