Applications are invited for the Schwarzman Scholars programme for students of all nationalities to study in China. This is a fully-funded scholarship.

Designed to prepare the next generation of global leaders, Schwarzman Scholars is the first scholarship created to respond to the geopolitical landscape of the 21st century. Whether in politics, business, or science, the success of future leaders around the world will depend upon an understanding of China’s role in global trends.

Tsinghua University in Beijing, China One of China’s premier institutions, Tsinghua University is known for its academic excellence and international partnerships.

Tsinghua University Schwarzman Scholarship Description: 

  • Application Deadline: Applicants having passports from Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Macao will be applying between January 1, 2024, and May 31, 2024.
  • Applicants having passports from any other country will be applying from April 16, 2024, to September 27, 2024 (11:59 PM Eastern Daylight Time).
  • Course Level: Scholarships are available to pursue the Masters Degree Program.
  • Study Subject: Students pursue a Masters in Global Affairs with concentrations in one of the disciplines:
  • Public Policy
  • Economics and Business
  • International Studies
  • Scholarship Award: These scholarships will include:
    • Fully funded tuition fees.
    • Health Insurance.
    • Accommodation facility.
    • Travel allowance to and from Beijing at the beginning and end of the semester.
    • Lenovo laptop and smartphone.
    • A personal stipend of $3,500.
    • Course books and other supplies.
  • Nationality: Available to students of all nationalities.
  • Number of Scholarships: Numbers not given
  • Scholarship can be taken in China

Eligibility for the Tsinghua University Schwarzman Scholarship: 

Eligible Countries: Available to students of all nationalities.

Entrance Requirements: To be eligible for this scholarship, you must meet the following requirements:

  • Applicants must have an undergraduate degree from a credible college or university.
  • All those applicants who are currently enrolled in their undergraduate programs must be able to successfully complete their degree requirements by August 1, 2024.
  • There are no specific requirements for the undergraduate degree.

Age Limit:

  • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age but not 29 or older as of August 1, 2024.

Nationality Criteria:

  • There are no specific requirements; all nationalities are welcome.

English language requirements:

  • All the applicants must have strong English language skills. If the native language of the applicant is not English, then the following test scores are acceptable:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL PBT)
    • Internet-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL-iBT)
    • International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

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Application Procedure for the Tsinghua University Schwarzman Scholarship: 

How to Apply: Applications for the Schwarzman Scholarship 2024 in China will be made online.

Required Documents:

  • Current CV/resume
  • Submission of a self-video is a must.
  • 3 electronic letters of recommendation.
  • A complete online application
  • I uploaded transcripts and academic records.
  • 2 Essays:
    • Essay one: Statement of Purpose and Leadership (750 words).
    • Essay two: Current Affairs Essay (up to 500 words).

Online Application

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