Are you ready to apply for one of the biggest Conferences happening in China, with no application fees? YGS 2026 is back. The Applications are now open for the Yenching Global Symposium 2026. This Fully Funded Conference will take place at the Yenching Academy of Peking University, China. The Program is open to all the Nationals from all around the world. There is no application fee, and IELTS is not required. The Yenching Global Symposium 2026 invites youth, delegates, students, and scholars from different disciplines to hear their voices on China, to conduct interdisciplinary dialogues on China. The YGS will select 200 participants this year. The Yenching Global International Conference will take place in April 2026. More details are below.
Details About Yenching Global Symposium 2026 in China (YGS China 2026)
- Host Country: China
- City: Beijing
- Location: Yenching Academy of Peking University
- Forum Dates: April
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 5th January 2026
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The Theme of the YGS 2025
This Year, the theme of the YGS 2026 is Harnessing Momentum: The Power to Act in a Changing World”. YGS is one of the most fruitful, exciting, and fun experiences in China and beyond.
Number of Participants
YGS 2026 will host approximately 200 participants, including all 11th cohort Yenching Scholars and around 100 delegates.
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Financial Coverage
The Program Covers:
- Return Airfare Tickets to/from China.
- Free Accommodation
- Meals.
- Public Transport.
- Welcoming Dinner
- Opening Ceremony
- Cultural Events
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Eligibility Criteria
- The Conference is open to all the Nationals.
- Applicants with strong leadership potential.
- YGS will not ask for IELTS or TOEFL. You can submit English Proficiency Language Proof.
- Born after May 1995.
- Possesses a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in any field at the time of application, or
- Are in the final year of their Bachelor’s degree in any field at the time of application.
- Has a strong interest in China.
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Required Documents
- CV
- Online YGS Application Form
- Video Essay (1 minute)
- Short Essay Questions
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How to Apply for the Yenching Global Symposium 2026 in China?
The application process is online. Please complete the online application before the deadline. The Link to the official website is below. For more Fully Funded International Conferences, kindly check out our Conference Category.
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