Schwarzman Scholars 2021-2022 Masters Scholarship for International Students

Published: 14 Apr 2021 1,728 views

Designed to prepare the next generation of global leaders, Schwarzman Scholars is the first scholarship created to respond to the geopolitical landscape of the 21st Century.

The Schwarzman Scholars program will give the world’s best and brightest students the opportunity to develop their leadership skills and professional networks through a one-year Master’s Degree at Tsinghua University in Beijing – one of China’s most prestigious universities.

With a $350 million endowment, Schwarzman Scholars will be the single largest philanthropic effort ever undertaken in China by largely international donors. The extraordinary students selected to become Schwarzman Scholars will receive a comprehensive scholarship.

Schwarzman Scholars Masters Scholarship

Application Deadline	September 21, 2021
Country to study	China
School to study	Tsinghua University
Type	Masters
Sponsor	Schwarzman Scholars
Gender	Men and Women

Benefits of Schwarzman Scholars Masters Scholarship

1. Semi-finalist interview expenses, such as economy class air or train travel, group meals and one night in a hotel if needed, will be arranged and covered by the program.
2. Expenses for successful Schwarzman Scholars are also FULLY covered by the program.
3. It will include Tuition and fees, Room and board, Travel to and from Beijing at the beginning and end of the academic year, An in-country study tour,
4. Required course books and supplies, Lenovo laptop and smartphone, Health insurance, and
5. A modest personal stipend.

Requirements for Schwarzman Scholars Masters Scholarship

The following criteria must be met by all candidates:

1. 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 orientation begins in 1 August 2021. There are no requirements for a specific field of undergraduate study; all fields are welcome, but it will be important for applicants, regardless of undergraduate major, to articulate how participating in Schwarzman Scholars will help develop their leadership potential within their field.
2. Age. Applicants must be at least 18 but not yet 29 years of age as of 1 August 2021
3. Citizenship. There are no citizenship or nationality requirements
4. 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:

   This requirement is waived for applicants who graduated from an undergraduate institution where the primary language of instruction was English for at least three years of the applicant’s academic program.

   1. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL PBT)
   2. Internet-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT)
   3. International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

Application Deadline

September 21, 2021

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Schwarzman Scholars on connect.schwarzmanscholars.org to apply