About the Program
The ANSO Scholarship 2026 is a prestigious international program supporting young scientists worldwide. Established by the Alliance of National and International Science Organizations (ANSO), including the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), it promotes global research collaboration, scientific excellence, and human development across Belt and Road countries.
Eligibility Criteria
- Eligible applicants should NOT hold Chinese citizenship
- Eligible applicants should be proficient in English or Chinese
- For Master’s program applicants: you should be born after 1st January 1996 (inclusive)
- For PhD program applicants: you should be born after 1st January 1991 (inclusive)
- Eligible applicants should meet the admission criteria for international students of USTC/UCAS
- Eligible applicants should NOT take up other assignments during the period of his/her scholarship
- If you are currently pursuing a master’s degree at any university/institution in China, you are NOT eligible for the master’s program of this scholarship. If you are currently pursuing a doctoral degree at any university/institution in China, you are NOT eligible for the PhD program of this scholarship. Otherwise, you will be disqualified from admission and the situation will be reported to your current university/institution.
