Applications are now open for the UNESCO/China Co-Sponsored Fellowships Program 2026 — one of the most prestigious and fully funded study opportunities in China for international students and researchers.

A total of 27 fully funded fellowships are available, allowing selected candidates to pursue a Master’s Degree, PhD, or conduct advanced research at top-ranked Chinese universities under highly qualified supervisors.

This fellowship is jointly funded by UNESCO and the Government of the People’s Republic of China, and applicants from Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Europe, and the Arab States are strongly encouraged to apply. There is no application fee, and the academic program begins in September 2026.

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📌 Fellowship Overview

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💰 Financial Benefits (Fully Funded)

Selected candidates will receive a complete financial support package, including:

This means students can focus entirely on their studies or research without worrying about financial stress.

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⏳ Fellowship Duration

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🎓 Available Study Fields

A wide range of academic fields are available under Chinese Government-approved universities participating in this program.
Applicants can explore eligible programs and participating universities through the China Scholarship Council (CSC).

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🌍 Who Can Apply? (Eligibility Criteria)

The UNESCO China Fellowship is open to candidates from the following regions:
Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America & Caribbean, Arab States, and Europe.

General Eligibility Requirements:

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🌎 Eligible Countries (Summary)

Africa

Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Senegal, Cameroon, Botswana, Namibia, and many more.

Asia-Pacific

India, Pakistan, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam, Mongolia, Fiji, and more.

Arab States

Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, Jordan, Iraq, Sudan, Yemen, Libya, Algeria, and others.

Latin America & Caribbean

Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Peru, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, and more.

Europe

Ukraine, Poland, Serbia, Albania, Georgia, Moldova, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and more.

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📝 How to Apply for the UNESCO China Fellowship 2026?

Applicants must follow these steps:

1️⃣ Read the official Application Guidelines carefully
2️⃣ Contact the National Commission for UNESCO in your home country
3️⃣ Submit your application through the required platform
4️⃣ Submit your application documents to both:

Applications sent directly to UNESCO without National Commission endorsement are usually not considered.

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🔗 Official Application Links

Use the verified links below to apply and get accurate information:

👉 Official UNESCO Fellowship Page:
https://www.unesco.org/en/fellowships/china

👉 UNESCO National Commissions Directory (to contact your country office):
https://www.unesco.org/en/national-commissions

👉 China Scholarship Council (Programs & Universities):
https://www.unesco.org/en/fellowships/greatwall

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🌟 Why You Should Apply

This fellowship is a life-changing opportunity because it:

If you dream of studying in China with zero financial burden, this is one of the best programs to apply for.

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