deadline: 9 September 2026, 3pm EDT
location: Beijing, China
host: Schwarzman College, Tsinghua University
duration: One academic year, starting August 2027
source-url: https://www.scholars4dev.com/15830/schwarzman-scholars-program-at-tsinghua-university
apply-url: http://schwarzmanscholars.org/admissions/eligibility/
The Schwarzman Scholars Program, hosted by Tsinghua University in Beijing, China, is a Master's Degree and Leadership Programme aimed at developing the next generation of global leaders. With up to 200 scholarships available annually, the program will commence in August 2027 and includes a comprehensive scholarship for selected students. The program is designed to help students develop their leadership potential within their field over the course of one year.
Overview
The Schwarzman Scholars Program is the first scholarship created to respond to the geopolitical landscape of the 21st Century, focusing on developing leadership skills and professional networks for global leaders.
- Level/Fields of study: Master’s Degree and Leadership Programme in Global Affairs
- Concentrations on Public Policy, Economic and Business, International Studies
- Number of Awards: Up to 200 students from around the world
- Comprehensive scholarship inclusions: tuition and fees, room and board, travel to and from Beijing, in-country study tour, required course books and supplies, health insurance, and a personal stipend
Eligibility
Applicants must demonstrate strong English language skills, as all teaching will be conducted in English, and must be at least 18 but not yet 29 years of age as of August 1 of their Schwarzman Scholars enrollment year.
- Undergraduate degree or first degree from an accredited college or university or its equivalent
- No specific field of undergraduate study required; all fields welcome
- Applicants must articulate how participating in Schwarzman Scholars will help develop their leadership potential within their field
- Official English proficiency test scores required for non-native English speakers
Benefits
- Comprehensive scholarship covering tuition and fees, room and board, travel to and from Beijing, and more
- Development of leadership skills and professional networks through a one-year Master’s Degree at Tsinghua University
- Opportunity to study at one of China’s most prestigious universities
- In-country study tour and required course books and supplies included
- Health insurance and a personal stipend provided
How to Apply
The application process for the Schwarzman Scholars Program involves submitting an application with required documents, including official English proficiency test scores for non-native English speakers.
- Submit application through the official website
- Provide undergraduate degree or first degree from an accredited college or university or its equivalent
- Include official English proficiency test scores, if required
- Articulate how participating in Schwarzman Scholars will help develop leadership potential within the applicant’s field
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the age requirement for the Schwarzman Scholars Program?
Candidates must be at least 18 but not yet 29 years of age as of August 1 of their Schwarzman Scholars enrollment year.
What are the English language proficiency requirements?
Applicants must demonstrate strong English language skills; non-native English speakers must submit official English proficiency test scores, such as TOEFL iBT, IELTS, or Cambridge English: Advanced (C1) or Cambridge English: Proficiency (C2), with minimum required scores.
How many scholarships are available annually?
Up to 200 students from around the world will be selected for the Schwarzman Scholars Program each year.
What is the duration of the Schwarzman Scholars Program?
The program is a one-year Master’s Degree at Tsinghua University in Beijing, commencing in August 2027.
What is included in the comprehensive scholarship?
The scholarship includes tuition and fees, room and board, travel to and from Beijing, an in-country study tour, required course books and supplies, health insurance, and a personal stipend.
Can applicants from any field of study apply?
Yes, all fields are welcome, and there are no requirements for a specific field of undergraduate study; however, applicants must articulate how participating in Schwarzman Scholars will help develop their leadership potential within their field.