Shanghai Conservatory of Music Scholarships and Grant

Overview

The Shanghai Conservatory of Music (SHCM) established its Scholarships and Grant System to attract and support outstanding international students. It operates under principles of fairness, efficiency, designated fund usage, and scientific management. A dedicated Review Committee oversees selection, and funds are held in a special account managed by the International Students Office under audit by SHCM’s administrative department and superior authorities.

Coverage

Class A (Full Scholarship): Tuition, accommodation, and comprehensive insurance fees waived; living allowance of RMB 10,000 per semester. Class B (Partial Scholarship): Tuition and comprehensive insurance fees waived. Class C Scholarship: One-off payment of RMB 4,000 per academic year for enrolled bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral students. Grant: RMB 6,000 per academic year for degree-seeking students from needy families; maximum two awards during study period.

Eligibility

Applicants must hold non-Chinese nationality for more than five years and be in good health. They must comply with Chinese laws and SHCM regulations, and must not concurrently receive other Chinese government scholarships.

Application

Applications open annually; exact dates are published in SHCM’s annual notice. Applicants must submit the SHCM Scholarships and Grant Application Form for International Students (downloadable from http://www.shcmusic.edu.cn/intro_40.aspx?cid=40) and all required documents to the International Students Office at Room 203, Former President's Building, No. 20 Fenyang Road, Shanghai 200031, P.R. China, within the prescribed deadline.

Documents

For Class A/B/C: (1) SHCM application form; (2) notarised highest academic degree certificate or current student certification (non-Chinese/non-English versions require notarised Chinese or English translation); (3) academic record (with notarised Chinese or English translation if needed); (4) two letters of recommendation from professors or associate professors; (5) study or research proposal in Chinese or English; (6) work portfolio or evidence of academic achievements (e.g., papers, awards); (7) other relevant materials. For the Grant: (1) SHCM Grant Application Form; (2) family financial certificate (including medical certificate), issued by local Chinese embassies or consulates; (3) full academic record; (4) work portfolio or academic achievements.

Contact

International Students Office, Shanghai Conservatory of Music. Address: Room 203, Former President's Building, No. 20 Fenyang Road, Shanghai 200031, P.R. China.

Eligibility

Student Categories

Benefits

• •Class A: Tuition, accommodation and insurance waived + RMB 10,000 living allowance per semester
• •Class B: Tuition and comprehensive insurance fees waived
• •Class C: RMB 4,000 one-off payment per academic year
• •Grant: RMB 6,000 per academic year (max two times)

Required Documents

• •For Class A/B/C: (1) SHCM application form; (2) notarised highest academic degree certificate or current student certification (non-Chinese/non-English versions require notarised Chinese or English translation); (3) academic record (with notarised Chinese or English translation if needed); (4) two letters of recommendation from professors or associate professors; (5) study or research proposal in Chinese or English; (6) work portfolio or evidence of academic achievements (e.g., papers, awards); (7) other relevant materials. For the Grant: (1) SHCM Grant Application Form; (2) family financial certificate (including medical certificate), issued by local Chinese embassies or consulates; (3) full academic record; (4) work portfolio or academic achievements.