Answers common questions about the Schwarzman Scholars program, including application requirements, deadlines, eligibility, interview process, and program details.
Must be at least 18 but not yet 29 years of age as of August 1 of enrollment year.; Welcome applications from candidates with previous Master's degrees.; No minimum GPA or class rank required, but academic excellence is mandatory.; English proficiency required unless studied in English for at least two years.
Requirements
Three letters of recommendation: one academic, one leadership-focused, one additional insight.; Official transcript required upon enrollment.; English proficiency test scores (TOEFL 100, IELTS 7, C1 Adv 185, C2 Prof 185, Duolingo 130) if applicable.
Application materials
Online application; Reference letters; Transcripts; English proficiency test scores (if applicable)
Important dates
Chinese mainland, HK, Taiwan, Macao applicants: Apply Jan-May 20.; Interview invitations for Chinese applicants: Before July.; Interviews for Chinese applicants: Early July.; Final decisions for Chinese applicants: Before October.; Other country applicants: Apply April-September.
