What HSK level scholarships and Chinese universities ask for
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Chinese Government Scholarship (2026/2027)
| Programme | HSK requirement |
|---|---|
| Chinese-taught general scholar (Chinese majors exempt) | HSK 3 |
| Chinese-taught senior scholar | HSK 3 |
| Chinese-taught master’s or doctoral | HSK 4 |
| Bachelor’s | Take the CSCA and upload a valid report; language requirements set by the university |
| Taught in another language | Language certificate required by the university (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL) |
Chinese-taught applicants must submit a valid HSK report meeting the requirement. For 2026/2027 the online deadline in that notice was 14 February 2026 (arrangements vary by country).
Universities’ own requirements
Universities can require a higher level or score. Check your target university’s admission notice.
What about HSK 3.0?
These requirements say “HSK Level 3/4” without saying how 2.0 and 3.0 levels relate, and as of 2026-11-13 we found no official conversion. If you sit HSK 3.0 on 13 December, confirm with your target university which version and level it accepts.
Frequently asked
What HSK level do I need for a Chinese Government Scholarship master’s?
The 2026/2027 notice: HSK 4 for Chinese-taught master’s and doctoral programmes. Universities may require more.
Will HSK 3.0 Level 4 count?
The notice does not address versions and as of 2026-11-13 there is no official conversion. Confirm with the university.
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Keep reading
- HSK 3.0 vs HSK 2.0, level by level
- 13 Dec 2026: dates, registration deadlines, results
- 30-day plan to 13 December
Official sources
- Chinese Embassy notice: 2026/2027 Chinese Government Scholarship application (HSK requirements)
- Chinese Test Service Website: information for candidates (registration, refunds, results)
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