Schwarzman is a fully-funded scholarship to study in China. Applications are open for the Schwarzman Scholars Program for the academic year 2026/27 to study at Tsinghua University. Schwarzman offers a one-year master's degree program at Tsinghua University in Beijing. The scholarship is open to citizens of all countries. Each year, approximately 150–200 scholars from around the world are given the opportunity to pursue a master's degree program. The Schwarzman Scholars Program was founded by American Stephen A. Schwarzman. No application fee is required. Applicants are also not required to take the IELTS test, and exemptions are available. Classes will start in August 2026. Schwarzman is a prestigious scholar program similar to the Rhodes and Chevening Scholarships  . Further details about the scholarship requirements, financial benefits, and application process are provided below.

Details about the Schwarzman Scholarship Program 2026/2027 in China (Fully Funded)

• Host country : China
• Host University : Tsinghua University, Beijing
• Course Level : One-year Master's Degree
• Financial coverage : Fully funded
• Program starts : August 2026
• Delivery date :
  • September 10, 2025 (for applicants from the USA and the world)
  • May 20, 2025 (for Chinese passport holders)

Financial benefits

The Schwarzman Scholarship covers the following:

• Full tuition fees
• Room and Council
• Airline tickets to and from China
• Study tour in the countryside
• Books and medicine
• health insurance
• monthly salary

What kind of candidates are they looking for?

• Leader and Problem Solver
• strong moral compass
• Best Student and Critical Thinker
• Cultural awareness and understanding
• open to new ideas
• Innovative and driven

Eligibility criteria

• All international citizens, as well as Chinese citizens, are eligible to apply.
• The candidate must have a bachelor's degree or any other professional degree, all fields are welcome.
• The candidate must be between 18 and 28 years old.
• The candidate must submit English language proficiency scores if he is not a native English speaker or if he did not complete his previous education from an English-speaking institution.
• There is no application fee associated with the program.

Documents Required for the Schwarzman Scholarship 2026

• Two articles (750 words) Click here to provide them to you
• Statement of Purpose (500 words) Click here to provide it to you
• Letters of recommendation Click here to provide them to you
• Apply online
• CV Click here to provide it to you
• Academic records
• video

How to apply for the Schwarzman Scholarship 2026/27?

Before you begin, review the program eligibility requirements and verify  your eligibility .

Read the application instructions here . Submit your application online before the deadline. The official website link is below.