Every year, a new class is selected to represent the world’s next generation of leaders — high-caliber individuals with open minds and limitless potential who will serve to deepen understanding between China and the rest of the world. (Schwarzman Scholars Programme 2024 (Fully Funded))
Schwarzman Scholars are selected from an international pool of distinguished candidates. Prospective Scholars are expected to demonstrate academic excellence, exceptional results in their field and outstanding leadership qualities.
What We’re Looking For
Our cohort of global leaders reflects the diversity, vibrancy and promise of the world at large. Schwarzman Scholars embrace the opportunity to understand other cultures, perspectives and positions. Candidates who are most qualified to meet the high demands of the program must exhibit excellence in the following areas:
- LEADERSHIP ABILITIES
- EXEMPLARY CHARACTER & INTEGRITY
- ACADEMIC APTITUDE & INTELLECTUAL ABILITY
- EMPATHY & INTERCULTURAL COMPETENCY
- OPEN MINDEDNESS
- ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT
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.
- Must have an undergraduate degree
- Must be 18-28 years of age
- Must be proficient in the English language
U.S. AND GLOBAL APPLICANTS
- Application Now Open
- Application Deadline: Sept 12, 2024 at 3 p.m. EDT
- Selection Cycle: Oct – Nov 2024
- Program Begins: Aug 2025
APPLICANTS WITH CHINESE PASSPORTS
- Application Now Open
- Application Deadline: May 20, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.CST
- Selection Cycle: June – July 2024
- Program Begins: Aug 2025
The U.S. and Global application for the class of 2025-2026 is now open from April 10, 2024 to September 12, 2024 at 3 p.m. EDT.
Applications:
For more information about Schwarzman Scholars Programme, Visit the Schwarzmans Official Website
A one-year, fully-funded master’s program at Tsinghua University in Beijing, designed to build a global community of future leaders who will serve to deepen understanding between China and the rest of the world.