Private School Exposed For Bribing Students With Controversial Rewards

A private secondary school has sparked major controversy after questionable practices.

The school in Guangxi, China is accused of bribing students with money to get good grades. The school awarded a staggering 1 million yuan ($140,000 USD) cash prize to a graduate admitted to Tsinghua University, one of the top universities in the country.

During the ceremony, stacks of banknotes were displayed on stage, leaving locals stunned and fueling debate about whether education is becoming too financially driven.

Other students admitted to top schools like Zhejiang University and Hong Kong University also received six-figure rewards, while those entering mid-tier universities were given smaller amounts. Local education authorities quickly stepped in, calling the practice “irregular” and halting further publicity of such rewards.

Critics argue the massive payouts are more about marketing than student achievement, pushing schools to attract elite students through flashy incentives. Many are now questioning if these rewards send the wrong message by linking academic success too closely with financial gain.