What monthly stipend would I get as a general scholar under China's Great Wall Program?
General scholars under China's Great Wall Program receive a stipend of CNY 3,000 per month to cover meals and other expenses, while senior scholars receive CNY 3,500 per month. The scholarship also offers a tuition waiver, accommodation support, and medical insurance for international students in China.
As a general scholar under China's Great Wall Program, you receive a stipend of CNY 3,000 (approx INR 42,870) per month for meals and other expenses. Senior scholars receive CNY 3,500 (approx INR 50,015) per month.
Great Wall Program Benefits
| Benefit | What you receive |
|---|---|
| Tuition | Tuition waiver for recipients |
| Accommodation | An accommodation subsidy or a free dorm; off-campus students receive quarterly or monthly accommodation fees |
| Health | Comprehensive medical insurance and protection scheme for international students in China |
| Monthly stipend (general scholars) | CNY 3,000 (approx INR 42,870) per month |
| Monthly stipend (senior scholars) | CNY 3,500 (approx INR 50,015) per month |
UNESCO Benefits Listed for the Fellowship
- A monthly stipend of USD 80 (approx INR 7,686)
- One round trip to and from China for international students
- A termination allowance of USD 200 (approx INR 19,214) if you are charged extra for excess luggage on your return home
- No allowance for any dependents of the fellows
My Advice
Budget carefully around the stipend, since it has to cover meals and personal expenses. Check the current amounts on the official scholarship notice before you plan, and confirm that you fall in the general scholar category and not the senior one.
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