Schwarzman Scholars is a fully-funded, one-year master’s degree program in global affairs at Schwarzman College, Tsinghua University in Beijing, China. An unparalleled graduate program, the experience encompasses unique opportunities in and outside the classroom, providing Scholars with extensive leadership training, a network of senior mentors, opportunities to engage in high-level interactions with Chinese leaders and visiting speakers, optional internships, career development guidance, and travel seminars around China. Schwarzman Scholars’ dynamic curriculum–based on the pillars of China, leadership, and global affairs–is designed to provide Scholars with the knowledge, skills, and firsthand experience needed to navigate the complexities of the evolving global landscape.

Each year, up to 200 candidates from around the world are selected to join a diverse cohort. Schwarzman Scholars seeks candidates with leadership qualities and the potential to foster cross-cultural understanding. Scholars come from a wide variety of industries and backgrounds, such as business, technology, politics, healthcare, and more. With a growing alumni network of leaders who are working to foster dialogue and build global understanding, Schwarzman Scholars aspires to create a global network of leaders who will shape the future.

Eligibility: Schwarzman Scholars is seeking high-caliber applicants who will represent the world’s next generation of leaders. The program is open to students and young professionals between the ages of 18 and 28 years old, regardless of nationality, who are proficient in English and have obtained an undergraduate degree. For the next cohort, this unparalleled opportunity will begin in Beijing in August 2025 at Schwarzman College. If you’re unsure about your eligibility, take our questionnaire here.

Application: 
The China Application for the 2025-26 academic year is now open to Chinese candidates (Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao or Taiwan passport holders). The deadline to apply is May 20, 2024. The U.S./Global Application will launch on April 12, 2023 and the deadline to apply is September 12, 2024.

*Please note that this is a hybrid event with the in-person component taking place at the Centre for International Experience (Cumberland Room), 33 St. George street.*

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