A one-year, fully-funded master’s program at Tsinghua University in Beijing, designed to build a global community of future leaders who will serve to deepen understanding between China and the rest of the world.
Every year, a new class is selected to represent the world’s next generation of leaders — high-caliber individuals with open minds and limitless potential who will serve to deepen understanding between China and the rest of the world.
Benefits
Interview: The program will provide economy class airfare or train fare and one night in a hotel, if needed.
Scholars will receive a comprehensive scholarship, including:
Tuition & Fees
Room & Board
in-country study tour
Travel to and from Beijing
Health Insurance
Stipend for personal expenses
Requirements
In addition to demonstrating extraordinary leadership skills, the ability to anticipate and act on trends and changes in their context, strong intellectual capacity, and exemplary character, candidates must meet the following criteria.
Must have an undergraduate degree
Must be 18-28 years of age
Must be proficient in the English language
Cohort of global leaders reflects the diversity, vibrancy and promise of the world at large. Schwarzman Scholars embrace the opportunity to understand other cultures, perspectives and positions. Candidates who are most qualified to meet the high demands of the program must exhibit excellence in the following areas:-
Leadership Abilities
Exemplary Character & Integrity
Academic Aptitude & Intellectual Ability
Empathy & Intercultural Competency
Open Mindedness
Entrepreneurial Spirit
Selection Process
Timeline:
Application Deadline: Sept 10, 2025 at 3 p.m. EDT
Selection Cycle: Oct – Nov 2025
Program Begins: Aug 2026
Application Documents
The supporting documents listed here are required to apply. We discourage applicants from submitting any supplemental materials that are not required, such as portfolios, writing samples, additional recommendations, etc. Such materials will not be shared with the Review Committee.
Resume
2 Essays
Transcript/Academic Records
3 Letters of Recommendation
Video Introduction
Method of Application
Click Here to Apply
For More Information,
Visit the Official Webpage
Application Deadline: September 10, 2025.
