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In the 21stcentury, China is

no longer anelective course.

S T E P H E N A . S C H WA R Z M A N

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American and European

interests dominated the 20th

century. But Chinas emergence asa global political and economic powercenter is changing the dynamics ofthe world.

It will be up to a new generation to

overcome differences and lead withconfidence and sensitivity. It willrequire a broader knowledge of thepolicies, economies and culturesthat are shifting the balance. And,more than ever, it will require deeperpersonal experience, exposureand relationships.

Tomorrows leaders must notsimply shed old biases. They mustalso have the understanding tosee opportunities for mutualadvancement, and to strike a healthybalance between cooperationand competition.

Schwarzman Scholars is creatinga historic new path for the bestand brightest in politics, business,technology and the social sciencesto guide us towards greater prosperityand progress in the future.

the mission

L E A D E R S H I Pfor a

CROSS-CULTURAL

WORLD

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H E N R Y K I S S I N G E R

FORMER U.S. SECRETARY OF STATE

We need to forge a deeper

understanding between the U.S. and

China, and diminish cultural

biases to mitigate possible tensions

and create opportunities forboth countries.



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Exploring a mix of ancient traditionsand modern developments providesunparalleled experiences and insights intoChinas evolution as a world power.

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As the capital of the Peoples Republic,Beijing is the nations political, economic,

cultural, educational and internationaltrade and communications hub.



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Designed to inspire the next

generation of global leaders,

Schwarzman Scholars is the mostsignificant program of its kind sincethe Rhodes Trust was foundedin 1902. With a $300 millioncommitment, it will also be thesingle largest philanthropic

effort ever undertaken in Chinaby largely foreign donors.

The 200 scholars chosen annuallyfor this highly selective program will

work towards a one-year MastersDegree at Tsinghua University inBeijingone of Chinas mostprestigious universities. As individuals

who want to have a positive impact

on the world, Schwarzman Scholars

will be selected based on theiracademic credentials, extracurricularinterests and leadership potential.

During their stay, scholars will begranted access to a privileged rangeof cultural and academic experiences,from travel to all corners of China to

mentorships with leaders of industry,to exchanges with global leaders andexperts in their chosen disciplines.They will also spend their yearimmersed in the local culture andsocial lifebefore classes begin,a summer orientation will provideopportunities to learn Chinese,explore Beijing and meet fellowstudents and faculty.

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S C H O L A R S H I Pfor the

DEFININGCHALLENGE OF

OUR TIME

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C O L I N P O W E L L

65TH UNITED STATES SECRETARY OF STATE

Looking to the future, it is critical

that the Western world

deepen its understanding of Chinaand

not just of Chinas economy

and politics, but also its history, cultureand social forces.

200 Scholars from

around the world

45% U.S.20% China

35% Rest of world



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From the expanse of the Great Wall tothe skyscrapers of Shanghai, China hasbecome the third most visited countryin the world, yet there is still a great needto increase understanding about China.

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Elements of traditional culture remainintegral to Chinese society, including

the influence of Confucianism andvarious forms of traditional Chinese

art, literature and music.



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Set on the campus of Tsinghua

University, one of Chinas leadingeducational institutions, SchwarzmanCollege will be modeled on theresidential college systems of Oxford,Cambridge, Harvard and Yale.

Designed by Robert A.M. Stern,

Dean of the Yale School ofArchitecture, the 258,000 square-foot campus will house one of themost advanced higher-educationfacilities in the world. The centrallylocated residential and academicbuilding is designed to encouragea constant interchange of ideas andculture among students, facultyand visiting leaders. Breaking ground

in 2013, it will welcome the firstclass of Scholars in June 2016.

Established in 1911, TsinghuaUniversity is at the forefront ofmajor endeavors in China, fromsocial and economic, to political andscientific. It is dedicated to academic

excellence and integrity, and theinteraction between Chinese andWestern cultures. Notable graduatesinclude the current and formerPresidents of China, Xi Jinping andHu Jintao; the former Chairmanof the National Peoples Congress,Wu Bangguo; the former Premier,Zhu Rongji; and the former FirstVice Premier, Huang Ju.

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INSPIREINTERCHANGE

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J I N I N G C H E N

PRESIDENT, TSINGHUA UNIVERSITY

The world calls for institutions

of higher education to step

forward and play a significant role

in shaping the future

of international relations.

Schwarzman College

World-class residential collegeState-of-the-art academic facilities

Designed by Robert A.M. Stern



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With a state-of-the-art facility that encouragescross-cultural learning experiences, SchwarzmanCollege is designed to facilitate the sharing ofideas among students, faculty and visiting leaders.

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Starting with our first class

in 2016, Schwarzman Scholars wil lset a new standard for internationalstudy, giving talented students a betterunderstanding of the new geopoliticallandscape and preparing them tomake a positive impact. The program

will inspire constructive engagement

among new generations of leaders,who will be profoundly influenced bythe bonds, knowledge and exposurethey gain in China.

Each student will spend the yearfocusing on one of four academicdisciplines: public policy, economics

and business, international relationsand, in the future, engineering.The curriculum was developed incollaboration with academic leadersfrom Harvard, Yale, Princeton,Stanford, Oxford, Duke and otherprestigious universities aroundthe world.

Taught in English, all coursesare designed specifically for thiselite class of students, drawingon some of Tsinghua Universitysmost accomplished professors as

well as visiting scholars from theworlds schools.

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BEST ANDBRIGHTEST

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N I C O L A S S A R K O Z Y

FORMER PRESIDENT OF FRANCE

Schwarzman Scholars is a

visionary program that prepares future

leaders to act, and interact, in

todays rapidly evolving economic and

geopolitical landscape.

Tsinghua University

Over 34,000 students, 19 schoolsand 50 research institutes

Nobel Prize-winning graduates



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NICOLAS SARKOZYF O R M E R P R E S I D E N T O F F R A N C E

BRIAN MULRONEYF O R M E R P R I M E M I N I S T E R O F C A N A D A

HENRY KISSINGER5 6 T H U N I T E D S T A T E S S E C R E T A R Y O F S T A T E

CONDOLEEZZA RICE6 6 T H U N I T E D S T A T E S S E C R E T A R Y O F S T A T E

ROBERT RUBINC O - C H A I R M A N O F T H E C O U N C I L O N F O R E I G N R E L A T I O N S

A N D 7 0 T H U N I T E D S T A T E S S E C R E T A R Y O F T H E T R E A S U R Y

SIR JAMES WOLFENSOHN9 T H P R E S I D E N T O F T H E W O R L D B A N K G R O U P

RICHARD LEVINP R E S I D E N T , Y A L E U N I V E R S I T Y

JOHN THORNTONC H A I R M A N T H E B R O O K I N G S I N S T I T U T E

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TONY BLAIRF O R M E R P R I M E M I N I S T E R O F G R E A T B R I T A I N

A N D N O R T H E R N I R E L A N D

KEVIN RUDDF O R M E R P R I M E M I N I S T E R O F A U S T R A L I A

COLIN POWELL6 5 T H U N I T E D S T A T E S S E C R E T A R Y O F S T A T E

HENRY PAULSON7 4 T H U N I T E D S T A T E S S E C R E T A R Y O F T H E T R E A S U R Y ,

C H A I R M A N O F T H E P A U L S O N I N S T I T U T E

RICHARD HAASSP R E S I D E N T , C O U N C I L O N F O R E I G N R E L A T I O N S

RICHARD BRODHEADP R E S I D E N T , D U K E U N I V E R S I T Y

YO-YO MAW O R L D - R E N O W N E D A M E R I C A N C E L L I S T

honorary advisory board



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MARY BROWN BULLOCKD U K E K U N S H A N U N I V E R S I T Y

DR. MICHAEL CAPPELLOY A L E U N I V E R S I T Y

THOMAS J. CHRISTENSENP R I N C E T O N U N I V E R S I T Y

JANE EDWARDSY A L E U N I V E R S I T Y

LOUIS GOODMANA M E R I C A N U N I V E R S I T Y

WILLIAM C. KIRBYH A R V A R D U N I V E R S I T Y

SIR COLIN LUCASO X F O R D U N I V E R S I T Y

EDWARD MACIASW A S H I N G T O N U N I V E R S I T Y A T S T . L O U I S

F. WARREN MCFARLANH A R V A R D U N I V E R S I T Y

JEAN C. OIS T A N F O R D U N I V E R S I T Y

STEVE ORLINSN A T I O N A L C O M M I T T E E O N U S - C H I N A R E L A T I O N S

SUSANNE WEIGELIN-SCHWIEDRZIKU N I V E R S I T Y O F V I E N N A

DR. PAULINE YUA M E R I C A N C O U N C I L O F L E A R N E D

S O C I E T I E S I N N E W Y O R K

XINSHENG ZHANGF O R M E R V I C E M I N I S T E R O F E D U C A T I O N

DR. JI ZHOUF O R M E R M I N I S T E R O F E D U C A T I O N ,

P R E S I D E N T O F T H E C H I N E S E A C A D E M Y O F E N G I N E ER I N G

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S T E P H E N A . S C H W A R Z M A N

CHAIRMAN, CEO

AND CO-FOUNDER OF BLACKSTONE

Stephen A. Schwarzmanfoundedthe Schwarzman Scholars program inorder to give the most talented futureleaders the power to change the courseof history. An active philanthropist,Mr. Schwarzman has personallydonated $100 million to this effortand is leading a campaign to raise

$200 mill ion more to fully endowthe programthe single largestcharitable effort in Chinas historycoming from predominatelyforeign donors.

In both business and education,Mr. Schwarzman has dedicated hiscareer to developing transformativesolutions to some of the worlds greatchallenges. His charitable giving hasincluded anchor support for the NewYork Public Library and sponsoringeducational opportunities for talented

children. His vision in designingSchwarzman Scholars was to createchange at a global scale.

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