北京第二外国语学院国际中文教师奖学金2025年申请指南Beijing International Studies University Application Guidelines for International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship 2025

To meet the growing international demand for Chinese language teachers, facilitate Chinese language education around the world, and support the professional development of Chinese language teachers, the Center for Language Education and Cooperation (CLEC) has established the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship (hereinafter referred to as the Scholarship) for eligible Chinese language teachers outside of China. Confucius Institutes, independent Confucius Classrooms, selected HSK test centers, foreign educational institutions, Chinese language teacher training programs/Chinese departments at foreign universities, professional associations for Chinese language teaching, Chinese embassies (consulates) abroad (hereinafter collectively referred to as Recommending Institutions) may recommend outstanding students and in service Chinese language teachers to further their studies in international Chinese language education and related programs at Beijing International Studies University (BISU). Applicants who need to be recommended by BISU should contact Ms. Wang of the School of International Education of Chinese jingwang@bisu.edu.cn Language by email: or phone: 86-10-65778351 to inquire about the recommendation procedures.- 1 I. ELIGIBILITY A. Be a non-Chinese citizen; B. Be friendly to China, have no criminal record, abide by the laws and regulations of China and the rules and regulations of the Host Institution; C. Be in good physical and mental health, be in good academic and behavioral standing; D. Be interested in Chinese language education and related work; E. Be aged between 16 and 35 years on September 1, 2025. The maximum age limit for in-service Chinese teachers may be extended to 45, but those who apply for a scholarship for a Bachelor’s degree shall be younger than 25 under most circumstances. II. CATEGORIESANDQUALIFICATIONS A. Chinese Language Teacher Scholarships a) Scholarship for Master’s Degree in International Chinese Language Education The program commences in September 2025, and the scholarship is provided for a maximum of two academic years. Applicants shall hold a Bachelor’s degree. Applicants shall have a minimum score of 210 on the HSK Test (Level 5) and 60 on the HSKK test (Intermediate Level). Priority will be given to applicants who may provide an employment contract with a- 2 teaching institution upon completing their studies in China or proof to the same effect. b) Scholarship for Bachelor’s Degree in International Chinese Language Education The program commences in September 2025, and the scholarship is provided for a maximum of four academic years. Applicants shall hold a senior high school diploma and have a minimum score of 210 on the HSK Test (Level 4) and 60 on the HSKK test (Intermediate Level). c) Scholarship for One-Year Study Program The program commences in September 2025, and the scholarship is provided for a maximum of eleven months. Applicants who have benefited from similar scholarships in 3 years are not eligible. i.Applicants of International Chinese Language Education program shall have a minimum score of 270 on the HSK test (Level 3), and an HSKK test score is required. ii. Applicants of Chinese Language Study program shall have a minimum score of 210 on the HSK test (Level 3). Priority will be given to applicants who provide an HSKK test score. iii. Applicants of Chinese Language and Literature program shall have a minimum score of 180 on the HSK test (Level 4) and 60 on the HSKK test (Intermediate Level) and priority will be given to applicants who provide an HSKK test score. d) Scholarship for One-Semester Study Program- 3 The program commences either in September 2025 or March 2026, and the scholarship is provided for a maximum of five months. Applicants who have benefited from similar scholarships in 3 years are not eligible. Applicants of International Chinese Language Education program or Chinese Language and Literature program shall have a minimum score of 180 on the HSK test (Level 3), and an HSKKtest score is required. e) Scholarship for Four-Week Study Program The program commences in July 2025, and the scholarship is provided for a maximum of four weeks. Applicants of Chinese Language Study are required to provide HSK test scores. BISU accept group application consisting 10-15 participants. Applicants apply for the program can be organized by the recommending institution and contact International Exchange and Cooperation Office of BISU before registration online. BISU will submit the plan to CLEC for approval. B. Joint Program Scholarships Joint Program Scholarships are jointly funded by BISU and CLEC. Information on the admission methods, guidelines, and the number of scholarships will be available on the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship website and BISU’s website: https://admission.bisu.edu.cn/.- 4 III. COVERAGE International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship supports tuition, accommodation, living allowance (excluding four-week study program students) and comprehensive medical insurance expenses. The Scholarship for online programs provides support for tuition fee only. For specific details, please refer to Appendix 1. IV. APPLICATION PROCEDURES A. Online registration will be available from February 20, 2025 on the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship website (http://www.chinese.cn). You may submit application materials online and track the application process. Please choose BISU as your preference of Institution. B. Applicants are also required to complete the online registration on the website (http://apply.bisu.edu.cn/)), BISU online services system for foreign students. Students should log in the system and fill in the form(s) and submit related materials as required. For detailed procedures, please see Appendix 2. C. The successful applicant must confirm with BISU to go through the procedures of studying in China, print out the scholarship certificate online, and register at BISU on the designated date as per the Letter of Admission. V. TheApplication Deadlines (Beijing Time) Apr 15, 2025 (for program commencing in July)- 5 May 15, 2025 (for program commencing in September) October 31, 2025 (for programs commencing in March 2026) CLEC will entrust an expert panel to review the applications. Decisions will be based on HSK and HSKK levels and scores, geographical distribution, and other factors. The results will be announced about three months before the program starts. VI. POLICIES REGARDING IN-SERVICE CHINESE LANGUAGE TEACHERS AND CHINESE BRIDGE WINNERS A.In-Service Chinese language Teachers: In-service Chinese language teachers need to provide proof of employment and a letter of recommendation from the employer. B. Chinese Bridge Winners: Applicants who have received the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship Certificate during Chinese Bridge competitions may submit their application documents along with their scholarship certificates to BISU directly at the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship website. Foranyfurtherinquiry,pleasecontactchinesebridge@chinese.cn- 6 VII. APPLICATION MATERIALS FOR INTERNATIONAL CHINESE LANGUAGE TEACHERS SCHOLARSHIP A. ForAllApplicants: a) A scanned copy of passport photo page; b) A scanned copy of score reports of the HSK and HSKK tests (within the two-year validity); c) A reference letter by the head of the recommending Institutions (If applicants need a recommendation from BISU, please send an email to Mr. Wang to inquire about the recommendation process by jingwang@bisu.edu.cn; d) Highest academic certificate (or certificate of expected graduation) B. For Applicants of the Scholarship for Master’s Degree in International Chinese Language Education a) An official transcript of the highest education study; b) 2 reference letters from professors or associate professors; c) An 800-word personal study plan in Chinese (including CV, Chinese proficiency, educational background, previous research achievements, research proposal and job objectives after completing studies); Priority will be given to applicants who may provide an employment contract with a teaching institution upon completing their studies in China.- 7 C. For Applicants of the Scholarship for Bachelor’s Degree in International Chinese Language Education a) An official transcript of the highest education study; Note: In-service Chinese language teachers shall provide proof of employment and a reference letter from the employer; b) All the consequences caused by providing false documents shall be borne by applicants themselves. c) Students who fail to pass the pre-enrollment medical examination, withdraw from school before completing the program, fail to register at the university without prior permission, or suspend their studies will be disqualified for the scholarship. d) Applicants under the age of 18 must submit a letter of authorization from their legal guardian in China. VIII. CONTACTS International Exchange and Cooperation Office Beijing International Studies University Tel: 86-10-65778827 Email: study@bisu.edu.cn. Web: http://admission.bisu.edu.cn/ Appendix 1. Online Application Appendix 2. Coverage and Standard for the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship