Schwarzman Scholars 2027/28 (Tsinghua University, China)
About this scholarship
Schwarzman Scholars is a fully funded one-year Master’s in Global Affairs at Tsinghua University in Beijing, built around leadership development and understanding China’s role in the world. Up to 150 scholars are selected each year from the US, China, and globally.
The award covers tuition, room and board at Schwarzman College, travel, health insurance, and a personal stipend, and the program includes internships, mentoring, and travel seminars across China.
The US and Global application for the 2027/28 class is open now: it opened on 8 April 2026 and closes on 9 September 2026 at 3 pm EDT. Applicants holding passports from mainland China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, or Macao use a separate China application with its own timeline.
Eligibility
- Undergraduate degree completed before enrollment
- At least 18 and not yet 29 years old as of 1 August of the enrollment year
- Open to all nationalities (separate China application for Chinese passport holders)
- English proficiency (TOEFL or IELTS unless waived by English-medium study)
Benefits & Coverage
- Full tuition
- Room and board at Schwarzman College
- Round-trip travel to Beijing
- Health insurance
- Personal stipend
- In-country study tours and internship program
Required Documents
- Online application
- Transcripts
- Two essays and a video introduction
- Three letters of recommendation
- English test scores unless waived
- Resume or CV
How to Apply
- Apply online via the Schwarzman Scholars application portal before 9 September 2026
- Shortlisted candidates are invited to regional interviews (late autumn)
- Final decisions follow the interview rounds
- Classes begin in August 2027
Frequently asked questions
Is Schwarzman Scholars 2027/28 fully funded? +
This scholarship is listed as fully funded. The listed award is: Fully funded (tuition, room and board, travel, insurance, personal stipend). Coverage can change between cycles, so confirm the details on the official page.
What degree levels does Schwarzman Scholars 2027/28 cover? +
This scholarship is listed for: Masters.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is September 9, 2026. That date has passed for this cycle; most providers reopen on a similar schedule each year. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Undergraduate degree completed before enrollment; At least 18 and not yet 29 years old as of 1 August of the enrollment year; Open to all nationalities (separate China application for Chinese passport holders); English proficiency (TOEFL or IELTS unless waived by English-mediumโฆ See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this scholarship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
