Schwarzman Scholars Program 2025

Start your academic journey in global affairs with one of the world’s most prestigious opportunities — the Schwarzman Scholars Program at Tsinghua University in Beijing. Applications are now open, and in this article, we will explain the scholarship in detail, highlight its benefits, and walk you through the step-by-step application process.

The Schwarzman Scholars Program 2025-2026 is a fully funded master’s scholarship for international students. Each year, around 200 exceptional candidates are selected for this highly competitive program to pursue a Master’s degree in Global Affairs at Tsinghua University. The scholarship covers tuition fees, room and board, health insurance, and a $4,000 personal stipend.

This one-year master’s and leadership program combines rigorous academic training with cultural immersion. Guided by distinguished faculty and advisers, scholars engage in innovative study of global affairs while experiencing China’s culture, economy, and commerce first-hand.

With China playing an increasingly important role in global business and international relations, the program prepares future leaders who will contribute to building a more peaceful and prosperous world.

Scholars are selected not only for their strong academic records but also for their demonstrated leadership potential and desire to create a meaningful global impact.

Tsinghua University, one of China’s most respected and prestigious institutions, provides the ideal setting for this transformative program. Established in 1911 on the grounds of the Qing Dynasty imperial gardens, the university is recognized as a bridge between China and the world. Its historic campus combines tradition with modern innovation, offering students a world-class environment for growth and collaboration.

As one of China’s most influential universities, Tsinghua has produced many of the nation’s top leaders, including current President Xi Jinping, former President Hu Jintao, former Premier Zhu Rongji, and several other key political figures.

Through the Schwarzman Scholars Program, participants join a global network of changemakers, gaining not just a degree but also lifelong connections and leadership experiences that prepare them to address the challenges of tomorrow.

Scholarship Summary

Level of Study: Masters
Institution(s): Tsinghua University
Study in: China
Opportunity Focus Areas:
– Global Affairs
– Leadership
– Public Policy
– Economics and Business
– International Studies
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Program Period: One year
Number of Scholarships: Up to 140.
Deadline:
- For USA and global applicants: Application Period: Apr 2025 – Sep 2025
- For Chinese applicants: Application Period: Jan 2025 – May 2025 (May 20, 2025)

Scholarship Coverage

Schwarzman Scholars Program 2025 at Tsinghua University provides the recipient with:

Tuition Fees.
Room and board.
Travel to and from Beijing at the beginning and end of the academic year.
An in-country study tour.
Required course books and supplies.
Health insurance.
A stipend of $4,000 for personal expenses.

Schwarzman Scholars will be the single largest philanthropic effort ever undertaken in China by largely international donors.

Eligibility Criteria for the Schwarzman Scholars Program

Required Languages: English
Eligible Countries: All World Countries
Undergraduate degree or first degree from an accredited college or university or its equivalent.
Applicants who are currently enrolled in undergraduate degree programs must be on track to successfully complete all degree requirements before August 1 of their Schwarzman Scholars enrollment year. There are no requirements for a specific field of undergraduate study; all fields are welcome, but it is important for applicants, regardless of undergraduate major, to articulate how participating in Schwarzman Scholars will help develop their leadership potential within their field.
Age Requirement.
Candidates must be at least 18 but not yet 29 years of age as of August 1 of their Schwarzman Scholars enrollment year.
English language proficiency.
Applicants must demonstrate strong English language skills, as all teaching will be conducted in English. If the applicant’s native language is not English, official English proficiency test scores must be submitted with the application. Acceptable test options are:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL PBT). Minimum score 600.
Internet-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT). Minimum score 100.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Minimum score 7.

This requirement is waived for applicants who graduated from an undergraduate institution where the primary language of instruction was English for at least two years of the applicant’s academic program. The requirement will also be waived for applicants who have studied in English for two or more years at a Master’s degree level or higher.

Read the complete eligibility criteria here.