About this opportunity
Schwarzman Scholars is a fully funded, one-year master's degree and leadership programme at Tsinghua University in Beijing, designed to prepare the world's next generation of leaders. Each year a new class is selected from an international pool of distinguished candidates, bringing together young leaders from all regions and sectors of society. The curriculum, designed in collaboration with world-leading universities, combines a core curriculum that equips scholars to navigate China's role in the global economy, elective courses tailored to individual career goals, a required capstone project, interdisciplinary leadership courses and a Deep Dive experience, alongside innovative student-life programming that builds a close scholar community.
The comprehensive scholarship covers tuition and fees, room and board, an in-country study tour, travel to and from Beijing, health insurance, and a stipend for personal expenses. Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree (or be on track to complete one), be between 18 and 28 years of age as of August 1 of their Schwarzman Scholars year, and be proficient in English, as all teaching is conducted in English. The programme looks for leadership abilities, exemplary character and integrity, academic aptitude and intellectual ability, empathy and intercultural competency, open mindedness and entrepreneurial spirit. Selection is rigorous: candidates complete an online application with a CV, a Leadership Essay and a Statement of Purpose, transcripts, three letters of recommendation and a short video introduction, and are reviewed by a committee of business, government and academic leaders.
The Schwarzman Scholars is a fully funded scholarship offered by Schwarzman Scholars for applicants heading to China.
Who should apply?
This may be a fit if the following points describe you. Always use the official criteria as the final check.
- Hold an undergraduate degree before enrolment
- Meet the programme’s age and English language requirements
- Show leadership potential and strong academic or professional preparation
What the opportunity may offer
- Tuition and fees
- Room and board
- Travel and in-country study tour support where specified
- Stipend and programme-related support according to official terms
Required documents
- Online application
- Academic transcripts
- Essays and short answers
- Recommendations, CV or résumé, and video/introduction where required
Application process
- Review the official admissions criteria
- Confirm the correct route for your citizenship
- Prepare essays, recommendations, and academic records
- Submit through the official Schwarzman Scholars application portal
Before you apply
- □Check the deadline in your own time zone
- □Confirm that you meet every eligibility condition set by Schwarzman Scholars
- □Prepare your 4 required documents in the format asked for
- □Ask referees early and share the official instructions
- □Review the official source once more before submitting
Deadline notes
Not announced here as a reusable date. Applicants should confirm the current application cycle and citizenship route on the official admissions page.
Frequently asked questions
Is Schwarzman Scholars fully funded?
Where is the programme hosted?
Does citizenship affect the application route?
What does the Schwarzman Scholars funding cover?
Scholars receive a comprehensive scholarship covering tuition and fees, room and board, an in-country study tour, travel to and from Beijing, health insurance, and a stipend for personal expenses.
What are the Schwarzman Scholars eligibility requirements?
Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree (or be on track to complete one before enrolment), be between 18 and 28 years of age as of August 1 of their Schwarzman Scholars year, and be proficient in English, as all teaching is conducted in English.
Programme details can change. Check the original listing before you prepare or submit an application.
Last reviewed: 2026-10-27UShireZone is not affiliated with Schwarzman Scholars. We never charge applicants to apply. Always verify details and submit through the official website.