The Comprehensive Scholastic Competence Assessment (CSCA) is a standardized test designed for international students planning to pursue undergraduate degrees in China.
CSCA is organized by the China Scholarship Council (CSC) and jointly developed by experts from Chinese universities. It aims to evaluate students' language proficiency and academic foundation, helping them better prepare academically for undergraduate studies in China. Meanwhile, CSCA scores are also one of the important references for Chinese universities in recruiting undergraduate students and evaluating scholarship applications.
Through a comprehensive assessment of students' language proficiency and subject knowledge, helping them better understand their current status
Widely accepted by Chinese universities as an important credential for applying for undergraduate studies.
Focusing on language and subject ability assessment to help students improve their learning competitiveness.
Providing authoritative academic basis for university admission and scholarship evaluation.
| Subject | Category | Test Language | Duration | Questions | Score Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academic Chinese | Liberal Arts Chinese | Chinese | 90 mins | 80 Objective Questions | 0-100 |
| Science Chinese | Chinese | 90 mins | 80 Objective Questions | 0-100 | |
| Basic Subjects | Mathematics | Chinese/English | 60 mins | 48 Objective Questions | 0-100 |
| Physics | Chinese/English | 60 mins | 48 Objective Questions | 0-100 | |
| Chemistry | Chinese/English | 60 mins | 48 Objective Questions | 0-100 |
Note: Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry offer Chinese and English versions. Candidates choose the test language according to the university application requirements.
Physics, Chemistry (Please confirm based on major requirements)
Physics, Chemistry (Please confirm based on major requirements)
In 2026, CSCA will organize 5 tests, expected in:
Please confirm the exam time according to your registered subjects and arrange your schedule accordingly.
Initially mainly Home-based Online Test, gradually establishing offline test centers in key source countries.
Each subject is scored out of 100. Scores serve as a reference, and universities set their own admission standards based on major requirements.
