Bachelor's, Master's & PhDChinaPartial Funding
USTC Research Internship Program 2027 in China (USTC Fellowship Available)
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Program Overview
The University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) Research Internship Program lets graduate students and third or fourth year undergraduates join research projects in USTC laboratories for 3 months to 1 year. Interns can also take a free Chinese language and culture class.
The programme has a tuition cost, and USTC offers a limited number of scholarships to outstanding students. The top award, USTC Fellowship Level A, covers tuition, medical insurance and a free dormitory place, and pays a monthly stipend. To be considered for Level A you must apply between 1 January and 31 March for the fall semester, or between 1 July and 30 September for the spring semester. The deadline shown here is for fall 2027. This page was last checked against the USTC website on 7 October 2026.
Checked on 8 October 2026 against USTC pages: the official name of this programme is the Future Scientist Exchange Program (FuSEP) Summer Research. The 2027 call is not announced. In 2026 the deadline was 22 March and the research period ran from 22 June to 30 July, so the date shown on this page is an estimate. The USTC Fellowship, with a travel grant and meal plan, goes only to selected excellent students, so the programme is not fully funded for everyone.
Key Information
Host Country
China
Funding Type
Partial
English Requirement
Varies — check program requirements
Eligible Nations
Non-Chinese citizens
Category
Partial Funding
Applications Open
2027 call not announced. Last deadline: 22 March 2026
Status
Dates to be confirmed
Scholarship Benefits
USTC Fellowship Level A: tuition, comprehensive medical insurance, free university dormitory and a monthly stipend of 2,500 RMB (bachelor's), 3,000 RMB (master's) or 3,500 RMB (PhD)
USTC Fellowship Level B: tuition waiver, medical insurance and free university dormitory
USTC Fellowship Level C: tuition waiver
Without a fellowship, tuition is 2,160 RMB a month for undergraduate and master's students and 2,660 RMB a month for PhD students
Scholarships are limited and all applicants are evaluated
Eligibility Criteria
- Non-Chinese citizen with a foreign passport
- Between 18 and 40 years old
- In good health
- Currently enrolled full-time in year 3 or 4 of a bachelor's degree, or in a master's or doctoral programme
- No criminal record
- Good command of English
Guides for this scholarship
How Applications Are Evaluated
Each scholarship provider uses its own selection criteria. Applicants should review the official scholarship guidelines for the specific criteria used to evaluate applications.
Required Documents
Online application form in the USTC international student application system
USTC does not publish a document list for this programme. The form shows what to upload, and fields marked with an asterisk are required
Our suggestion: have your passport and proof of your current enrolment ready, because the eligibility rules depend on them
After admission: the Admission Notice and the visa application form (JW201 or JW202) for your student visa
How to Apply
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Open the Research Internship Program page on the USTC international admissions site
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Register and choose Non-degree program, then Research Internship
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Complete the application form and upload your documents
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For Fellowship Level A, apply between 1 January and 31 March for fall, or 1 July and 30 September for spring
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For Level B, Level C or self-supported places, apply at least three months before you plan to start
Ready to Submit?
Ensure you have reviewed all requirements and gathered your documents before starting the application.
Official Application WebsiteFrequently Asked Questions
It varies by program and by your previous education. Some providers accept other English tests, and some waive the test if your earlier degree was taught in English. Check the official program requirements before you apply.
The expected deadline, based on the previous application cycle, is 3/22/2027. Please confirm the exact date on the official website and apply at least a week early.
Most universities allow you to apply with a "Hope Certificate" or provisional transcript if you are in your final semester, provided you graduate before the intake starts.
This varies by university. Many fully funded scholarships cover or waive application fees, but some may still require an initial processing fee. Refer to the official guidelines.
For PhD and some Master's programs, securing an acceptance letter from a professor is often mandatory. For undergraduate programs, it is usually not required.
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