Fudan University in China is now accepting applications for the International Elite Pioneer Program, a prestigious opportunity for international students to pursue fully funded master's and doctoral degrees. The program is designed to attract high-potential students from Belt and Road Initiative countries, including Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Russia, Laos, and Hungary, with plans to expand further. Fudan University is renowned for its strengths in science and engineering, offering top disciplines such as physics, biology, environmental science, mathematics, computer science, information science, public management, artificial intelligence, finance, international business, big data, software engineering, Chinese politics, and journalism.

Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens with a valid passport and hold the appropriate degree level for their chosen program (bachelor's for master's, master's for PhD). Language proficiency in English is required, with minimum scores for IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo, or PTE, unless the previous degree was taught entirely in English. Doctoral applicants must secure agreement from a supervisor before applying. The program emphasizes academic excellence, good conduct, and a positive learning attitude.

Successful candidates may receive the Chinese Government Scholarship or Shanghai Government Scholarship, which covers full tuition fees, free on-campus accommodation, a monthly stipend (up to 3,500 RMB for PhD and 3,000 RMB for master's students), and comprehensive medical insurance. The study period is typically 2–3 years for master's and 3–4 years for doctoral programs. The application window is open from December 25, 2025, to February 22, 2026, with enrollment expected in late August or September 2026.

To apply, candidates should review the guidelines on the HEC website, submit their application via the Fudan University international student portal, and use the relevant application code (637289 for master's, 075319 for doctoral). Doctoral applicants must contact a supervisor for approval before submitting their application. For further details, applicants can refer to the program brochure and contact the Fudan University International Student Affairs Office at [email protected].

This program is ideal for students seeking advanced education, research excellence, and global academic exposure in a vibrant international environment at one of China's leading universities.