Recently, we've received many inquiries about the CSCA exam. To address your concerns, we have compiled the latest key information for your reference.
近期，我们收到许多关于CSCA考试的咨询。为此，我们特将截至目前的重要信息整理成篇，供大家参考。
You are also advised to closely monitor the official CSCA website for all official announcements: www.csca.cn
建议大家同时密切关注CSCA官方网站 www.csca.cn，以获取所有官方通知。
1. What is the CSCA?
什么是来华留学学业水平考试？
The China Scholastic Competency Assessment (CSCA) is a new, unified standardized test for international students applying to undergraduate programs in China. Administered by the China Scholarship Council, it evaluates academic readiness and foundational knowledge.
中国学业水平考试（CSCA）是一项面向来华留学本科申请者的新型统一标准化考试，由中国奖学金委员会主办，旨在评估学生的学术能力和基础知识。
2. Am I required to take the CSCA exam?
我必须要参加CSCA考试吗?
No, it is not compulsory for non-degree, master, and doctoral programs applicants, and it is also not compulsory for bachelor degree programs applicants who don't apply for 306 CSC Chinese universities.
不是的，非学历和硕博申请人不是必须要参加CSCA考试，而且申请非306所中国政府奖学金院校的本科项目的申请人也不是必须要参加此考试。
However, starting in 2026, all applicants to undergraduate programs (including scholarship and self-financed programs) at 306 CSC universities must take CSCA Exam. The test score will be a mandatory prerequisite.
但是自2026年起，所有申请306所中国政府奖学金院校的本科项目（含奖学金项目和自费项目）的申请人需要参加CSCA考试，成绩将作为必备的申请材料。
3. What subjects are included in the exam?
考试包括哪些科目？
The exam includes four subjects: Professional Chinese, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
Professional Chinese
*Offers two types: Liberal Arts Chinese and Science Chinese. Applicants to Chinese-taught undergraduate programs must take the corresponding test based on their major.
*Applicants to English-taught programs are exempt from the Professional Chinese test.
*Applicants to the Chinese Language major with a valid HSK Level 4 certificate are also exempt.
Basic Subjects
*Mathematics is mandatory for all applicants.
*Physics and Chemistry are optional. Universities may require one or both based on the program.
Test Language
Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry offer bilingual test papers (Chinese/English). Applicants can choose the language based on their program’s teaching language.
测试包括专业中文、数学、物理、化学4个科目。
专业中文
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提供文科中文和理科中文两类测试。申请中文授课本科专业的申请人需根据专业类别参加相应方向的测试。
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申请全英文授课本科专业的申请人无需参加专业中文测试。
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申请汉语言本科专业并提供有效HSK四级成绩的申请人可免考专业中文。
基础科目
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数学为必考科目。
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物理和化学为选考科目，各校可根据专业培养需求决定是否要求选考。
测试语言
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数学、物理、化学提供中英文试卷，申请人可根据授课语言要求选择试卷语种。
4. Can I take it if I’m not applying for a CSC university?
如申请的是非中国政府奖学金院校，还能参加考试吗？
Absolutely! We welcome and encourage all students planning to study in China to take the CSCA exam. An excellent CSCA score can strengthen your application to any Chinese university and showcase your academic abilities.
当然可以！我们欢迎并鼓励所有计划来华留学的学生参加CSCA考试。一份优秀的CSCA成绩单能成为你申请任何中国大学的有力加分项，全面展示你的学术能力。
5. When can I register, and what are the fees?
什么时候可以报名？考试费用大概是多少？
1. Registration Period
Please check the official website (https://csca.cn) for specific dates.
2. Exam Fees
*Single subject: 450 RMB
*Two or more subjects: 700 RMB
报名时间
请密切关注官方网站（https://csca.cn）获取具体日期。
报名费用
报考单科：450元人民币
报考两科及以上：700元人民币
6. When are the exams held, and how many sessions per year?
考试一般安排在什么时间？一年有几次机会？
Exam Schedule (Beijing Time):
Professional Chinese: 13:00-14:30
Mathematics: 15:30-16:30
Physics: 17:30-18:30
Chemistry: 19:30-20:30
Starting in 2026, the CSCA exam will be held five times a year in January, March, April, June, and December.
具体时间安排（北京时间）：
专业中文：13:00-14:30
数学：15:30-16:30
物理：17:30-18:30
化学：19:30-20:30
自2026年起，CSCA考试每年分5次组织，时间分别安排在1月、3月、4月、6月及12月。
7. How is the exam administered?
考试通过什么形式进行？
The CSCA exam offers three formats:
1. Computer-based testing at authorized test centers
2. Paper-based testing at authorized test centers
3. Online proctored testing from home
Initially, online testing will be the primary format, with offline test centers gradually established in key regions and countries.
CSCA考试提供三种形式：
1. 集中机考：在授权考点通过电脑参加考试。
2. 纸笔考试：在授权考点以传统纸笔形式参加考试。
3. 居家网考：在家参加考试，由在线监考员实时监控。
考试初期以居家网考为主，同时逐步在重点生源国家和地区设立线下考点。
8. How can I check my scores after the exam?
考试完成后，如何查询成绩？
After the exam, you can check your scores on the official website (https://csca.cn).
Online and computer-based test scores: Released within 7 working days.
Paper-based test scores: Released within 14 working days.
考试结束后，可登录CSCA官方网站（https://csca.cn）查询成绩。
居家网考和集中机考：成绩在考后7个工作日内公布。
纸笔考试：成绩在考后14个工作日内公布。
9. How is the CSCA scored and reported?
CSCA如何评分与报告成绩？
Scoring: Each subject is graded on a 100-point scale.
Additional Data: Universities can see an applicant's percentile ranking among global test-takers.
分制: 每门科目均采用百分制评分。
附加数据: 高校可查看申请者在全球考生中的百分位排名。
10. Is CSCA required for Spring 2026 intake?
2026年春季入学需要CSCA成绩吗？
It depends. Requirements vary by institution and are subject to each university's specific application criteria.
这取决于具体情况。不同院校的要求各不相同，须以各大学的具体申请准则为准。
11. What is the min. score for 306 CSC universities?
需要达到多少分才可以申请306所CSC院校？
The requirement varies by institution. Currently, some universities only require applicants to submit the CSCA score report without specifying a minimum score.
Therefore, it is advisable for students to take the exam and obtain their score report, irrespective of whether they are applying for a CSC-affiliated undergraduate program or not.
视学校而定，目前一些学校仅要求学生提供CSCA考试成绩单，未对具体分数有要求。
建议学生无论是否申请CSC院校的本科项目都可以先参加考试获得考试成绩单。
12. Any tips for preparing for the exam?
关于备考，有哪些建议？
Bookmark and follow the official website (https://csca.cn) for the most authoritative information. There, you can also download resources like the exam syllabi for each subject.
We hope this article clears your doubts. Wishing you success in the exam and an exciting journey studying in China!
收藏、关注官网（https://csca.cn），它是获取最权威信息的第一渠道。在官网，你还可以下载并查看考试科目的“考试大纲”等备考资源。
希望这篇文章可以让你扫清疑虑，预祝你考试顺利，早日开启精彩的来华留学之旅！
We hope this article clears your doubts. Wishing you success in the exam and an exciting journey studying in China!
Official syllabi have been released. For the list of 306 designated test Universities and personalized guidance, please contact us.
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