I. Introduction
1. Purpose and mode
In order to build a higher education brand in China and a Double-First Class university, Tongji University sets up the "International Doctoral Scholarship of Tongji University" to cultivate foreign doctoral students with an international vision and passion for China and Tongji University, and to help them engage in scientific research or teaching practice in the future.
Only international students can apply for this scholarship. Doctoral students must complete the study plan approved by the academic steering committee, finish the paper and research work, and meet the requirements of Tongji University's corresponding doctoral training program.
2. Major
There is no restriction on the major. All doctoral supervisors who are qualified to recruit Chinese doctoral students and have acquired the corresponding foreign language ability can enroll students.
II. Eligibility for Application
Applicants shall finish their graduate study and have the ability to complete the learning tasks of doctoral students with the potential to engage in scientific research and teaching. The applicant shall meet the following requirements:
1. Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens in good health at the age of 40 or under;
2. Applicants must finish their bachelor and master study in a well-known foreign academic institution or a Double-First Class university in China;
3. Applicants should have finished master study and have got the master degree.
4. Applicants should have a good academic performance with an average grade no less than 85 or GPA no less than 3.8.
5. Applicants should show excellent research capability and potential for future development. One article as the first author or two articles as the second author in SCI, EI, SSCI, A&HCI, CSSCI or peer journals during their master's learning period are required.
6. Applicants should receive no other scholarship or funding from Chinese government or universities.
7. Applicants should have good language ability. For detailed information of language ability, please refer to the requirements of application materials.
III. Application Time
Spring 2025 (February/March) admission, application period November 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024
Fall 2025 (August/September) admission, application period March 1, 2025 - April 10, 2025
IV. Application Procedure
1. Please refer to https://study.tongji.edu.cn/lxsq/xwxm_zwsk.htm for information about the enrollment of Tongji University.
2. Contact the supervisor of your field and fill the 同济大学国际博士生奖学金申请表 APPLICATION FORM OF TONGJI UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP FOR INTERNATIONAL PHD STUDENTS.doc. Then send the form and all the other documents to your supervisor by e-mail. The documents with the supervisor’s opinion on the application form will be returned to the applicant.
3. Log in Tongji University Online Application System (http://study-info.tongji.edu.cn) to finish the online application procedure, upload all the supporting documents and then your application is finished.
V. Application Materials
Note: In the application time, you just need to upload the electronic application materials in the application system. After admission, please bring the original paper application materials for verification when you report to the university. If you fail to submit the materials or the materials do not meet the requirements, your application will be rejected.
1. Application Form of International Doctoral Scholarship of Tongji University with signature by the applicant and the supervisor.
2. Personal information page of your passport (with at least 6 months’ validity)
3. Master's graduation certificate and degree certificate.
For a certificate in a language other than Chinese and English, the original notarized copy of the Chinese or English translation must be provided. The notarized copy must be issued by a Chinese embassy or consulate abroad, or a foreign embassy or consulate in China;
The original pre-graduation certificate issued by the school of a new graduate needs to be provided. Upon admission, you need to bring the original graduation certificate for verification during registration;
4. Original or notarized transcripts of all courses in the master's degree.
For a transcript in a language other than Chinese and English, the original notarized copy of the Chinese or English translation must be provided. The notarized copy must be issued by a Chinese embassy or consulate abroad, or a foreign embassy or consulate in China;
5. Language proficiency documents
For Chinese-taught programs:
Certificate of HSK Level 5 (total score ≥ 180) or above
(If your master's degree was taught in Chinese, the certificate of teaching in Chinese is required and the HSK certificate is not required.)
For English-taught programs:
If the applicant is from a non-English-speaking country, the applicant should provide documents of his/her English proficiency.
If the applicant’s master program is taught in English, the applicant is not required to provide an official English proficiency certificate but has to hand in the certificate for English-taught degree program. Otherwise, the applicant should submit a valid official English transcript. Applicants may choose to take one of the following official English tests: TOEFL or IELTS. The transcript shall be the applicant's test result within two years prior to the date of application. Under special circumstances, the committee may consider no requirement for English certification materials if the supervisor contacted by the applicant give a strong recommendation.
6. Original recommendation letters from two professors or associate professors (contact information is necessary).
7. Personal statement
Please write the introduction according to the personal statement template (postgraduate) in the teaching language of the professional program (for example, the statement for a program taught in Chinese should be written in Chinese, and the statement for a program taught in English should be written in English).
8. Physical examination form for foreigners (within six months) or a current valid Chinese visa.
9. Certificate of payment of registration fee
If the applicant pays the application fee through bank or online bank, it is required to provide a photo of receipt or screenshot of transaction.
No requirement for those who pay through the online application system.
10. Other application materials
Examples include acceptance letter for international student, award certificates, and admission notices of other universities.
We may require applicants to provide additional materials if necessary.
All application materials must be uploaded when applying online, and materials without corresponding items should be uploaded to the “Supplementary Materials” column.
VI. Tuition, Living Expenses, Accommodation and Insurance
1.Tuition fees
Tongji University will exempt the tuition fee once the applicant is awarded with this scholarship.
2. Living expenses
Living expenses for international doctoral students: 5000 yuan per month, 12 times a year
3. Accommodation
The university ensures on-campus accommodation. Admitted students can apply for the on-campus dormitory of Tongji university.
4.Insurance
The university provides comprehensive medical insurance and major diseases and accidents insurance for international students.
VII. Admission and Registration
1. Tongji University adopts a material review system for admission and organizes written examinations or interviews for each college. We perform evaluations according to the overall capabilities of the students and select the best candidates for admission.
2. After submitting the application, the applicant must regularly check the information and application status in the application system and complete each step strictly as prompted. If the follow-up process is delayed due to failure to check a notification in time, the applicant is responsible for the delay.
3. Please pay attention to your application status in the application system. If you are admitted, your application status will change to admitted. The admission notification and related materials will be sent after two weeks.
4. You can visit the “Orientation” column of the school website for admission instructions. Accepted candidates must go to a Chinese embassy (consulate) abroad to apply for a study visa, with their passport, Tongji University Admission Notice, and the Visa Application Form for Foreign Students Studying in China (JW202). Besides, the candidates must take the above-mentioned materials and go to Tongji University to apply for admission at the time specified in the notice, and apply for a residence certificate in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Exit-Entry Administration Bureau of Shanghai Public Security Bureau.
VII. Other Information
For scholarship winners:
1. You shall register on time. Those who are late for register without permission will be expelled and the scholarship will be cancelled.
2. You shall attend the annual review of the scholarship qualification. The scholarship will be suspended or cancelled for those who fail in the review.
3. Normally, the major and study period cannot be changed.
VIII. Contact Information
Tongji University International Student Office
Address: Room 705, Comprehensive Building, No.1239 Siping Road, Yangpu District, Shanghai, P.R. China Postal code: 200092
Enrollment consultation
Teacher in charge of the postgraduate program: Wang Ximeng wangximeng@tongji.edu.cn Tel.: 021-65988388
Enrollment Hotline: 021-65983611
The above information may change and shall be interpreted by the Tongji University International Student Office. Please check for updates on the website of Tongji University International Student Office.
