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Schwarzman Scholars is a prestigious international program that funds a one-year master's degree in Global Affairs at Tsinghua University in Beijing, aiming to prepare future leaders with a deep understanding of China. The scholarship typically covers tuition, room and board, travel and a personal stipend. Scholars are selected for leadership and academic excellence through an online application and interviews.
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Schwarzman Scholars – Master's in Global Affairs at Tsinghua University 2028–2029
MasterFully Funded9 majorsNext cycle not announced yet
Life and living
China
Life and living
China
Studying and living in China
Costs and living
The full Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) includes: • Full tuition waiver. • Free university housing or a housing allowance. • A monthly stipend: RMB 2,500 for bachelor’s, 3,000 for master’s and 3,500 for doctorate. • Comprehensive health insurance (RMB 800 a year). Self-funded study (annual bachelor’s tuition from official websites): • Shandong: RMB 18,000–29,000; Zhejiang: 19,800–29,800; Harbin Institute of Technology: 20,000–26,000; Shanghai Jiao Tong: 24,800; Fudan: 23,000–42,000; Peking: 26,000–30,000; Tsinghua: 26,000–40,000; Sun Yat-sen: 26,000–48,000 (medicine is usually the highest). • University housing costs roughly RMB 800–1,600 a month depending on the city and room type; mandatory insurance is RMB 800 a year, the medical check about RMB 500 and the residence permit RMB 400–800.
Working while studying
China’s Ministry of Education rules allow international students to take part-time work or internships on or off campus, subject to: • University approval, followed by a “work-study” annotation on the residence permit from the exit-entry office. • At least one year of study at the university, and a residence permit valid for more than 6 months. • A maximum of 8 hours a week and 40 hours a month during term, and 16 hours a week and 80 hours a month during holidays. • Work only within the same city. Working without this approval is a violation that can lead to deportation.
Last verified: October 2026· Source
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Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: Tuition & Fees, Room & Board, Travel, Books & Devices, Health Insurance, Personal Stipend.
Next cycle not announced yet. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: Online application, Essays, Three recommendation letters, Academic transcripts, Résumé / CV, Short video introduction.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.schwarzmanscholars.org/admissions/. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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