Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship (SGS Class A & B)
Award Overview & Standing
The Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship (SGS Class A & B) is a premier full-ride financial award providing complete tuition exemption, free on-campus dormitory accommodation, and monthly living allowances designed to attract outstanding international scholars to accredited universities across Shanghai. Recognized for transparent selection criteria and generous funding scopes, it represents a transformative academic opportunity for global applicants seeking high-return degree credentials.
Maximizing Your Selection Odds
Maximizing your award prospects requires a strategic, multi-step application workflow. Applicants should prepare a focused, tailored Study Plan or Research Proposal (800+ words) that directly aligns with their target degree program. Submit your provincial grant application directly through your admitted university in Shanghai alongside your official degree admission dossier.
Who Wins This Award?
Competitive recipients typically demonstrate strong academic performance (cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 75%+ equivalent), clear intellectual objectives, and positive extracurricular contributions. For undergraduate applicants, strong scores in foundational subjects provide strong validation of university readiness.
Cost Coverage in Practice
Funding allocations under Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship (SGS Class A & B) provide robust financial stability. With tuition and accommodation liabilities resolved, the living allowance (Class A: Undergrad 2,500 RMB/mo, Master 3,000 RMB/mo, PhD 3,500 RMB/mo | Class B: Full Tuition Waiver) directly covers campus dining, local transportation, mobile data, and daily leisure activities with comfortable monthly margins.
Official Scholarship Coverage & Benefits
- Tuition Coverage: 100% Full Tuition Exemption
- Accommodation: Free University Student Dormitory (Class A)
- Monthly Living Stipend: Class A: Undergrad 2,500 RMB/mo, Master 3,000 RMB/mo, PhD 3,500 RMB/mo | Class B: Full Tuition Waiver
- Medical Insurance: Comprehensive Medical Insurance covered
Required Application Dossier Checklist
Prepare official notarized copies of the following application credentials:
- Shanghai Municipal Government Scholarship Online Application
- University International Admissions Dossier
Step-by-Step Application Procedure (SOP)
Frequently Asked Questions
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Eligible Host Universities Matrix (12 Institutions)
Explore accredited universities eligible to accept scholars under this funding scheme:
| University Name | Location | Tier | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fudan University 复旦大学 | Shanghai | 985 | Profile → |
| Tongji University 同济大学 | Shanghai | 985 | Profile → |
| East China Normal University 华东师范大学 | Shanghai | 985 | Profile → |
| Shanghai Jiao Tong University 上海交通大学 | Shanghai | 985 | Profile → |
| Donghua University 东华大学 | Shanghai | 211 | Profile → |
| East China University of Science and Technology 华东理工大学 | Shanghai | 211 | Profile → |
| Shanghai International Studies University 上海外国语大学 | Shanghai | 211 | Profile → |
| Shanghai University 上海大学 | Shanghai | 211 | Profile → |
| Shanghai University of Finance and Economics 上海财经大学 | Shanghai | 211 | Profile → |
| Shanghai Ocean University 上海海洋大学 | Shanghai | DFC | Profile → |
| Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine 上海中医药大学 | Shanghai | DFC | Profile → |
| East China University of Political Science and Law 华东政法大学 | Shanghai | Accredited | Profile → |
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