Yenching Academy Scholars Programme 2027

Yenching Academy at Peking University in China is accepting applications for its 2027 cohort of international scholars.

The academy offers an interdisciplinary master's programme in China Studies, bringing together students from different countries and academic backgrounds to study China's history, politics, economics, culture and society.

Scholarship Benefits

The Yenching Fellowship covers:

Tuition fees.

Accommodation.

A monthly stipend.

One round-trip travel fare.

Field-study costs.

The fellowship supports scholars during their participation in the programme, subject to the academy's conditions.

Eligibility Requirements

International applicants must generally:

Be non-Chinese citizens with a valid passport.

Hold a bachelor's degree in any field or be enrolled in a bachelor's programme with the expectation of receiving their degree by August 2027.

Have an outstanding academic record.

Demonstrate a strong interest in interdisciplinary study of China.

Show extracurricular achievement, community engagement, social responsibility and leadership potential.

Meet the academy's English-language requirements or qualify for an exemption.

Students and alumni of Yenching Academy partner universities must complete their institution's internal pre-selection process before applying.

Application Requirements

Applicants should prepare:

A completed online application.

A personal statement of no more than 750 words.

A statement of research interest of no more than 1,500 words, excluding citations.

A CV.

Official academic transcripts.

Degree certificate or proof of enrolment.

Two academic recommendation letters whch must be written by full professors, associate professors or equivalent academics in the applicant's intended field of study.

Evidence of English proficiency, where required.

How to Apply

Review the eligibility and English-language requirements.

Prepare the required documents.

Create an account on the Yenching Academy admissions portal.

Complete the online application in English.

Arrange for the required academic recommendations.

Submit the application before the deadline.

Applicants from partner universities must complete the internal pre-selection process first.

Official application page: https://yenchingacademy.pku.edu.cn/ADMISSIONS.htm

Peking University website: https://english.pku.edu.cn/

Application Deadline

30 November 2026