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2027-28 Schwarzman Scholarship
Schwarzman Scholars
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Ready to join a fully funded master’s in Beijing and grow into one of the world’s next generation of China‑savvy leaders?
Why us?
The opportunity:
Why you might love this opp:
Schwarzman Scholars is a prestigious one-year, fully funded master’s program in global affairs at Tsinghua University, one of the world's top universities. Designed to build a global community of future leaders, this program offers an immersive learning experience dedicated to leadership development.
Designed in collaboration with world-leading universities, Schwarzman Scholars stewards an international community that fosters cultural exchange and collaboration.
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.
Student Life provides innovative programming to build and support a community of Scholars while connecting them to the larger Tsinghua University community and various companies and organizations in Beijing.
Scholars will receive a comprehensive scholarship, including:
- Tuition & Fees
- Room & Board
- In-Country Study Tour
- Travel To and From Beijing
- Health Insurance
- Stipend for Personal Expenses
U.S. / GLOBAL APPLICANTS
- Application Period: Apr 2026 - Sep 2026
- Selection Cycle: Oct - Nov 2026
- Program Begins: Aug 2027
Key criteria:
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
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
Schwarzman Scholars brings together a diverse cohort of young leaders from all regions and sectors of the world who embrace each other’s differences while working on a joint mission.
How to apply:
Follow the link for more information and please cite Ripple Opportunities in your application.
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