Schwarzman Scholars / Tsinghua University · 🇨🇳 China · Asia
FundingFully Funded
LevelMasters
DeadlineSeptember
Application feeFree
About this scholarship
Fully funds a one-year Master's in Global Affairs at Tsinghua, including tuition, room, board, travel, and a stipend. 1 year Master's in Global Affairs
ProviderSchwarzman Scholars / Tsinghua University
CountryChina (Asia)
Host university / institutionTsinghua University (Schwarzman College), Beijing
Degree levelsMasters
Fields of studyAll fields
Funding typeFully Funded
Application feeFree
DeadlineGlobal/U.S. deadline is early-to-mid September; Chinese applicants apply in a separate window.
IntakeAugust (following year)
Applications openVaries
CompetitionVery High
Programme duration1 year Master's in Global Affairs
MastersAll fields
Schwarzman Scholars eligibility criteria
Hold an undergraduate degree by August 1 of enrollment year
Aged 18-28 as of August 1 of enrollment year
English proficiency: TOEFL 100+, IELTS 7, Cambridge C1 185+, or Duolingo 130+ (waivable)
Demonstrated academic excellence and leadership qualities
Open to all nationalities (separate track for Chinese applicants)
No specific field of study required
Benefits and coverage
Full tuition and fees
Room and board
Round-trip travel to/from Beijing
In-country study tours
Required textbooks and course materials
Lenovo laptop
Health insurance
Monthly personal stipend
Required documents
Resume/CV (max 2 pages)
Leadership Essay (750 words)
Statement of Purpose (500 words)
Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
Three letters of recommendation
One-minute video introduction
How to apply for the Schwarzman Scholars
Review the eligibility criteria above and confirm you meet every requirement.
Prepare all required documents early — transcripts, CV, recommendation letters and motivation letter.
Global/U.S. deadline is early-to-mid September; Chinese applicants apply in a separate window. Submit a complete application before the September deadline.
Always confirm the latest details on the official website before applying.
Amount / coverageFully funds a one-year Master's in Global Affairs at Tsinghua, including tuition, room, b…
LevelsMasters
Frequently asked questions
Hold an undergraduate degree by August 1 of enrollment year Aged 18-28 as of August 1 of enrollment year English proficiency: TOEFL 100+, IELTS 7, Cambridge C1 185+, or Duolingo 130+ (waivable) Demonstrated academic excellence and leadership qualities Open to all nationalities (separate track for Chinese applicants) No specific field of study required
Full tuition and fees Room and board Round-trip travel to/from Beijing In-country study tours Required textbooks and course materials Lenovo laptop Health insurance Monthly personal stipend
Resume/CV (max 2 pages) Leadership Essay (750 words) Statement of Purpose (500 words) Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions Three letters of recommendation One-minute video introduction
Global/U.S. deadline is early-to-mid September; Chinese applicants apply in a separate window.
No — applications for the Schwarzman Scholars are free.