Harbin Institute of Technology

I. Introduction

The Harbin Institute of Technology International Students Scholarship (HIT Scholarship) was established to sponsor outstanding international students to pursue their studies at HIT.

II. Scholarship Information

III. Eligibility

Basic Requirements:

1. Applicants must be citizens of a country other than the People's Republic of China.

2. Be in good health, both mentally and physically.

3. Consciously abide by the laws and regulations of the People's Republic of China, and the rules and regulations of the university.

4. No Double Benefits Allowed - Students cannot receive multiple scholarships.

Other Requirements:

5. When applying for a bachelor's degree program, applicants must be a high school diploma holder under the age of 25.

When applying for a master's degree program, applicants must be a bachelor's degree holder under the age of 30.

When applying for a doctoral degree program, applicants must be a master's degree holder under the age of 35.

6. Language proficiency certificates

Chinese-taught programs: HSK level 4 ≥ 210 score (valid for two years).

English-taught programs: TOEFL≥80 score, IELTS≥ 6 score, or equivalent English language proficiency certificates

7. Excellent academic performance

IV. Application Documents

The application documents in other languages must be notarized in English or Chinese. 

Bachelor's Degree Program

1. Application form for HIT Scholarship (filled in online)

2. Passport information page

3. Senior high school diploma or expected graduation certificate.

4. Academic transcripts of all courses in high school

5. Language proficiency certificates

Chinese-taught programs: HSK level 4 ≥ 210 score (valid for two years)

English-taught programs: TOEFL≥78 score, IELTS≥6 score, or equivalent English language proficiency certificates

Note: Applicants who apply for Chinese Language and Literature do not need to provide language qualification certificates.

6. Physical Examination Record for Foreigners (usually issued within six months before the application submission date)

7. Non-criminal record report (usually issued within six months before the application submission date)

8. Curriculum Vitae

9. Remittance voucher of application fee (CNY600)

10. Certificate of deposit (at least CNY20,000 or equivalent foreign currency)

11. Proof of outstanding academic achievements, sports, art, cultural exchanges, public welfare activities, etc. (not mandatory)

Master's Degree Program

1. Application form for HIT Scholarship (filled in online)

2. Passport information page

3. Bachelor's degree certificate or expected graduation certificate

4. Academic transcript of all undergraduate courses

5. Language proficiency certificates

Chinese-taught programs: HSK level 4 ≥ 210 score (valid for two years)

English-taught programs: TOEFL≥78 score, IELTS≥ 6 score or other equivalent English language proficiency certificates

Note: Applicants who have completed their bachelor's degree program taught in Chinese are not required to provide language proficiency certificates if they continue a Chinese-taught program.

6. A study plan (more than 1,000 words)

7. Two recommendation letters from professors or associate professors

8. Physical Examination Record for Foreigners (usually issued within six months before the application submission date)

9. Non-criminal record report (usually issued within six months before the application submission date)

10. Remittance voucher of application fee (CNY600)

11. Certificate of deposit (at least CNY30,000 or equivalent foreign currency)

12. Copies of published papers, awards, and other achievements (not mandatory)

Doctoral Degree Program

1. Application form for HIT Scholarship (filled in online)

2. Passport information page

3. Master's degree certificate or expected graduation certificate

4. Academic transcript of all master's degree courses

5. Language proficiency certificates

Chinese-taught programs: HSK level 4 ≥ 210 score (valid for two years)

English-taught programs: TOEFL≥78 score, IELTS≥ 6 score, or equivalent English language proficiency certificates

Note: Applicants who have completed their master's degree program taught in Chinese must not provide language proficiency certificates if they continue a Chinese-taught program.

6. A study plan (more than 1,000 words)

7. Two recommendation letters from professors or associate professors.

8. Physical Examination Record for Foreigners (usually issued within six months before the application submission date)

9. Non-criminal record report (usually issued within six months before the application submission date).

10. Remittance voucher of application fee (CNY600).

11. Certificate of deposit (at least CNY30,000 or equivalent foreign currency).

12. Copies of published papers, awards, and other achievements (not mandatory).

V. Application Period

Oct 1, 2024     2025 Application Opens

May 31, 2025     Application Deadline

VI. Application Process

Step 1: Log in to the online application system to fill in the application form: https://hit.at0086.cn/StuApplication

Step 2: Pay an application fee of CNY600.

Remittance Information:

Bank Name: Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Harbin, Dazhi Branch

Bank Address: 318 East Dazhi Street, Harbin, Heilongjiang province, People's Republic of China

Name: Harbin Institute of Technology

Account Number: 3500040109008900513

SWIFT/BIC: ICBKCNBJHLJ

Note: 

1. The application fee is non-refundable. Currently, Alipay and WeChat payments are not supported.

2. Please mark the applicant's passport name on the remittance voucher.

Step 3: Submit all application documents to StudyatHIT@hit.edu.cn before the deadline. (Please indicate your application number for the HIT scholarship in the title of your email).

Step 4: Receive the confirmation Email from the Office of International Students Admission of HIT.

Reminder: The admission officer will follow up on the application via email. Please check your email frequently—responses are generally sent within 24 hours (may be delayed due to high email volume). Please be patient if we don't respond promptly.

VII. Annual Review

The College of International Education at HIT reviews scholarship recipients annually, including their academic performances, learning attitude, attendance, behavioral performances, rewards, punishments, etc.

The annual evaluation of scholarships is divided into two types: qualified and unqualified. If a student fails to pass the annual review assessment of the scholarship, the scholarship eligibility will be terminated at the beginning of the next academic year.

VIII. Contact

Tel: +86-451-86418461

E-mail: StudyatHIT@hit.edu.cn