To attract more outstanding international students to study and pursue degrees at our university, encourage and support outstanding international students in China, motivate them to learn, set examples, commend outstanding students, actively participate in university activities, and abide by Chinese laws and university rules and regulations, the Zhengzhou University Outstanding International Student Scholarship has been established.

I. Zhengzhou University Scholarship Awards and Prizes for Outstanding International Students

1. First Prize International Student Scholarship: RMB 12,000, representing 2% of the total number of students in the grade;

2. Second Prize International Student Scholarship: RMB 8,000, representing 3% of the total number of students in the grade;

3. Third Prize International Student Scholarship: RMB 5,000, representing 5% of the total number of students in the grade;

4. First Prize International Student Individual Scholarship: RMB 5,000, Second Prize: RMB 3,000;

II. Basic Requirements for Applicants for the Zhengzhou University Outstanding International Student Scholarship

1. Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students who have been officially enrolled at our university for at least one year (inclusive), excluding those who have received funding from other Chinese Government Scholarship programs. International students extending their study period and recent graduates are not eligible to apply.

2. Applicants must be exemplary in abiding by Chinese laws and regulations and the school rules and regulations of Zhengzhou University, be friendly to China, respect teachers and elders, have good conduct, be diligent in their studies, and achieve excellent academic performance. They must also actively participate in university-organized activities, various social welfare activities, and social practice activities.

3. Applicants must complete the required credits according to the professional development plan, pass all required courses on the first try, pass all elective courses, maintain excellent academic performance, and rank within the top 30% of their grade in all subjects.

4. Undergraduate students must take at least four courses per semester, demonstrate a clear learning goal, a serious attitude, and be diligent and hardworking, with an attendance rate of over 90%.

5. Graduate students applying for scholarships must also meet one of the following two conditions:

A. Win third prize or above in a national or international competition, bringing honor to the university.

B. Publish a paper in a national core journal in China; or have a paper indexed by SCI, EI, ISTP, A&HCI, or CSSCI; or have published an academic book in their field.

III. Scholarship eligibility will be revoked if any of the following circumstances occur:

1. Those who have been administratively penalized for violating regulations on the entry and exit of foreigners;

2. Those who have caused adverse effects by violating social ethics;

3. Those who have seriously violated university rules and regulations;

4. Those who have cheated on exams or committed other violations of exam rules;

5. Anyone who has participated in a fight;

6. Anyone who has received any other disciplinary action of a warning or higher.

7. Anyone who has defaulted on tuition or accommodation fees without cause.

IV. Basic Content and Grade Calculation Method for the Zhengzhou University Scholarship for Outstanding International Students

1. Scholarship evaluation is primarily based on academic performance (all courses taken during the academic year), as well as overall performance (attendance, discipline, compliance with dormitory regulations, and bonus points for student leadership). Academic performance accounts for 85%, and overall performance accounts for 15%.

2. Overall performance scores are initially calculated out of 100 points. One point will be deducted for each absence. Participation in group activities organized by the college and winning awards will receive 2-5 points, as appropriate. Student leadership bonuses may fluctuate between 2-5 points based on performance during the academic year (evaluated by counselors and student representatives). Other outstanding achievements, such as courageous acts, will receive 2-5 points. After all bonuses and deductions are calculated, the bonus points will be multiplied by 15%.

5. Zhengzhou University Scholarship for Outstanding International Students Application and Assessment Procedure

1. International students complete the "Zhengzhou University International Student Scholarship Application Form" and submit it to the International Student Affairs Office.

2. The Academic Office calculates the top 30% of students in their year, and the International Student Affairs Office calculates their overall performance scores and overall year ranking.

3. The International Student Affairs Office, based on the opinions of the Zhengzhou University Outstanding International Student Scholarship Evaluation Committee, determines the list of recipients and posts it publicly.

4. If special circumstances require a review, the departmental leadership will agree and a meeting will be held for review.