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The Yenching Academy offers a global group of students the opportunity to pursue a one-year Master of China Studies degree at a residential college within China's Peking University. Approximately 70% of students come from outside of China. The interdisciplinary degree program provides "a diverse group of exceptional international and Chinese students with knowledge of China they will need to fulfill their potential as global citizens and leaders." The program offers six concentration areas, including:
Classes will be offered in English and Chinese. International students can study for their degree in English-taught courses while pursuing Chinese language study.
Selection criteria focus on academic achievement as evidenced through transcripts and recommendation letters and demonstrated potential for leadership in a chosen field. Applications should outline personal benefits to be derived from being a Yenching Academy Scholar.
To learn more about how to apply for the Yenching Academy Scholarship, please see our Canvas site.
2024-2025
2023-24
Alexander Burke '21
2021-22
Kimberly Tan '22 and Nicole Tiao '20
2020-21
2018-2019
2017-2018
William Sandlund '18 & Rae Winborn '14
2016-2017
José Burnes Garza '17 & Joshua Tupler '16
2015-2016
Claire Groden '14 & Georgina Wilson '16