Yenching Academy of Peking University Scholarship 2026

The Yenching Academy of Peking University invites applications for the 2026 cohort of Yenching Scholars. This prestigious fellowship offers a fully funded Master’s program in China Studies, designed for outstanding young talent worldwide. Scholars join an international community in Beijing to explore interdisciplinary approaches to the study of China while developing leadership, academic excellence, and cross-cultural understanding.

Summary

1. Application Deadline: December 1, 2025
2. Value: Tuition fees, accommodation, monthly stipend, one round-trip travel fare, and field study costs
3. Study Level: Master’s
4. Sponsor: Yenching Academy of Peking University
5. Course to Study: China Studies (interdisciplinary)
6. Eligible Country: All countries

Eligibility Criteria for Yenching Academy of Peking University Scholarship 2026

Applicants must have:

1. Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in any field, or be enrolled in a program graduating no later than August 31, 2026
2. Outstanding academic record
3. Strong interest in interdisciplinary study of China
4. Record of extracurricular achievement, community engagement, and leadership potential
5. English proficiency (IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 100, Cambridge 185, CET 6 = 600, TEM 4 = “Good” or above) unless exempted

Age and nationality conditions:

1. International applicants must be non-Chinese citizens with a valid passport
2. Applicants from Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan must also complete a supplementary Peking University Graduate Admissions application

Benefits of Yenching Academy of Peking University Scholarship 2026

The Yenching Academy Fellowship provides:

1. Full tuition fees
2. Accommodation at Peking University
3. Monthly stipend
4. One round-trip travel fare
5. Field study costs

How to Apply

Applicants must apply via the Yenching Academy admissions portal. Materials include:

1. Completed online application form
2. Personal statement (≤750 words)
3. Statement of research interest (≤1500 words)
4. Curriculum Vitae
5. Official transcript(s)
6. Diploma(s) or certificate(s) of enrollment
7. Two recommendation letters from professors (Associate Professor or above)
8. English proficiency test results (where applicable)

For international candidates, test scores must be submitted directly by IELTS/TOEFL/Cambridge organizations (Institution Code for TOEFL: C488).

For more details, visit Yenching Academy of Peking University Scholarship webpage

Application Deadline

December 1, 2025

Application Link(s)

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