Schwarzman Scholars is a fully-funded, one-year master’s degree and leadership program at Tsinghua University in Beijing, China. At the heart of the program are world-renowned advisers, a rigorous and innovative study of global affairs, and hands-on exploration of Chinese culture and commerce.
The core curriculum equips Scholars with the knowledge they need to navigate China’s role in the global economy and global affairs. Scholars develop leadership skills in their respective fields through core and elective courses, workshops, coaching, mentorship and exposure to high-level industry experts.
Eligibility
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.
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.
Candidates must be at least 18 but not yet 29 years of age as of August 1 of their Schwarzman Scholars enrollment year (for the Class of 2026-2027, as of August 1, 2026).
Applicants must demonstrate strong English 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. This requirement is waived for applicants who studied at 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. Acceptable test options are: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Minimum score 100. International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Minimum score 7. Cambridge English: Advanced (C1) or Cambridge English: Proficiency (C2). Minimum score 185. Duolingo English Test. Minimum Score 130.
For applicants using the China Application System, refer to guidelines on the Schwarzman College Admissions page.
About the Application
The online application form must be completed in English. All requirements must be submitted electronically; we do not accept materials via email or mail.
To begin, create an account to start a new application. The email address provided to create your account will be used for all correspondence about your admissions status. After creating an account, a system-generated email will be sent to you with a temporary PIN to activate your account. If you do not receive this email immediately, check your spam/junk folders. Add admissions@schwarzmanscholars.org to your safe senders list.
Once you have created an account, click “Start New Application” to begin your application. You do not have to complete your application in one sitting; you may access and continue your work as frequently as needed before final submission. To save your work, click on the “Continue” button.
If you created an account in 2021 or later, login as a returning user to start a new application. You may notice some information will be carried over, such as the personal information page, listed schools, uploaded transcripts, and professional experience. Review this information to make any necessary updates prior to your final submission. For applicants who applied or started an application prior to 2021, create a new account.
Follow the link to to learn more about the application method and APPLY :https://www.schwarzmanscholars.org/admissions/application-instructions/?_ga=2.100593182.1482403414.1744554252-659961925.1744570821&_gl=1*pbddck*_gcl_au*NzYyNTI5MDg4LjE3NDQ1NTQyNTE.*_ga*NjU5OTYxOTI1LjE3NDQ1NzA4MjE.*_ga_YKV6Q4ZC6Z*MTc0NDU3MDgyMS4xLjEuMTc0NDU3MDkzOC4wLjAuNTE0OTg1MDU2#eligibility
Ends On: 10th September 2025
