Canada-China Scholars’ Exchange Program

1. Select “Login or Register” to create an account on the My EduCanada portal. Ensure to select “Individual” for your account type.
2. Once you have logged into your account, select the Canada-China Scholars’ Exchange Program and click on “Apply”.
3. Enter data in the required fields and follow the instructions on the application form.
4. Click “Validate and save” as you progress through the application form.
5. Upload all required supporting documents. Each document must be smaller than 5 MB and in .jpg, .gif, .png, .pdf, .doc, .docx, .txt or .xlsx format.
6. Review all components of your application for accuracy and completeness.
7. Read and accept the conditions of the “Declaration and permission” statement. Click “Submit”. You will receive a confirmation message and a reference number for your submitted application.
8. Print or download the form for your records using the “Print | Download” function.

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Supporting documents

• Proof of Canadian citizenship
  • a copy of the candidate's Canadian passport, valid for the duration of the scholarship
• Certificate of pre-admission or copy of correspondence
  • a certificate of pre-admission from a participating institution in China or copy of correspondence demonstrating that the candidate has requested admission or will have access to the facilities needed to complete the proposed research project
  • email correspondence with the international admissions office or a potential academic collaborator is accepted
  • participating institutions are listed on the Campus China website
• Copy of diploma
  • for the highest degree or diploma obtained
• CV (maximum 6 pages)
  • includes work experience, relevant publications, notable awards, and other significant professional and/or academic accomplishments demonstrating merit, leadership, and innovation
  • for candidates in visual, applied, performing, and media arts, includes the link to an online portfolio
• Two letters of recommendation
  • letters from a professor, supervisor or employer
    • for mid-career professionals, one of the letters must come from an organization with which they are affiliated, and must express the organization’s support for the candidate’s application
  • letters must be on letterhead, state the candidate’s name, be dated and signed
  • letters should explain the nature of the study or research and how the candidate will benefit from this scholarship program
• Letter of intent
  • clearly states the candidate’s motivation for applying for the scholarship and outlines their academic/professional goals
    • see the “Letter of intent” section on the My EduCanada portal for the guiding questions
• Study or research proposal (maximum 2 pages)
  • an essay describing your study or research plan
• Copy of official transcripts (for students only)
  • an official transcript of the highest post-secondary studies completed (including colleges and CÉGEPs) and an official transcript of studies in progress, if applicable
  • the institution’s seal and registrar’s signature must appear on the transcript
• Proof of registration for studies in progress (if applicable)
  • required for non-degree seeking students wishing to pursue a short-term exchange (4 to 12 months)
  • must be issued by the Registrar’s Office at the candidate’s Canadian home institution to confirm full-time enrolment in an academic program
• Proof of Chinese language proficiency (if applicable)
  • results of the Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) or other Chinese language course results

1. Create an account on the CSC online application portal.
2. Select “Application online”. Then select “Edit personal details”. Once you complete all the required fields in this section, follow the instructions to access the application form.
3. Select “Type A” under the Program Category.
4. Input 1241 as the Agency Number.
5. Select three institutions on the application. Those who indicate that they are not willing to consider alternatives may be withdrawn from consideration if the institution that they have indicated is deemed inappropriate by CSC, or is not able to offer a place.
6. Follow all instructions including submission of required supporting documents.
7. Candidates must apply either under the “General Scholar” category or the “Senior Scholar” category of the CSC. Candidates applying under the “General Scholar” category must hold at least a high school diploma and be under the age of 45. Candidates applying under the “Senior Scholar” category to undertake research in China must hold at least a Master’s degree or be associate professors or research staff and be under the age of 50.
8. Save a copy of your completed CSC application form.

The CSC application may require additional documentation. Consult the CSC application guide for the Bilateral Program for more information.

All inquiries regarding the CSC application should be directed to:

Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Canada
Attention: Education Office - Canada-China Scholars' Exchange Program
Email: canada01@lxgz.org.cn