Application for Fall 2023 Tsinghua-SAIS Dual Degree Program (For international students)


Application for Fall 2023 Tsinghua-SAIS Dual Degree Program (For international students)

The 2023 Tsinghua University – Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), Johns Hopkins University Dual Degree Program

Tsinghua Application Deadlines: Regular Decision – U.S. & Intl students: March 31, 2023

Tsinghua Decision Release Dates: Regular Decision - U.S. & Intl students: April 15, 2023


Recruiting Regulations


1. Program Introduction

The Tsinghua University – Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), Johns Hopkins University Dual Degree Master’s Program is the first dual-degree master’s program focused on global politics and economics run cooperatively by Chinese and U.S. institutions of higher education. As an opportunity for students to develop a sophisticated understanding of international affairs and law, the curriculum emphasizes interdisciplinary breadth, a solid foundation in economics, and rigorous understanding of key world regions. After graduation, students will be familiar with Sino-U.S. political and economic systems, gain in-depth knowledge of various parts of the world, and grasp advanced analytical techniques. They will be prepared to actively participate in global governance, while at the same time contributing significantly towards country-level development.

After fulfilling the degree requirements of both universities, students will be granted two master’s degrees, a Master of Law degree from Tsinghua University’s School of Social Sciences and a Master of Arts in International Relations degree from Johns Hopkins University’s SAIS.


ABOUT TSINGHUA

Established in 1911, Tsinghua University originates from Tsinghua College (华学堂), which was the first official Sino-U.S. program to prepare the best and brightest students from China to pursue higher education in leading U.S. universities. For over 100 years, Tsinghua has been at the forefront of major endeavors in China, covering social, economic, political, and scientific issues. It is dedicated to academic excellence and integrity as well as the interaction between Chinese and Western cultures. With more than 35,000 students, 20 schools, and 54 research institutes, Tsinghua has become a leading educational institution for fostering talent and scientific research.


In addition to counting numerous internationally renowned scholars and intellectuals among its graduates, Tsinghua is also known as a nurturing ground for China’s political leaders: current and former Chinese Presidents Xi Jinping and Hu Jintao as well as former Premier Zhu Rongji are among its alumni.


DISTINGUISHED FACULTY


Professor Yan Xuetong, Distinguished Professor of Tsinghua University, was the first director of the dual degree program at Tsinghua. Professor Tang Xiaoyang, Chair Professor of the Department of International Relations, was the director of the program between 2015 and 2021. Faculty members of the program have specializations over a wide range of fields, including international security, international political economy, public diplomacy, Chinese regional diplomacy, and China’s foreign relations with the developing world. The faculty assume their teaching and advising responsibilities, and work with students on scholarly and policy issues which shape world orders.



                                 


                                          Prof. Tang Xiaoyang, Chair Professor of the                         Prof. Yan Xuetong, Distinguished Professor

                                    Department of International Relations,Tsinghua University of Tsinghua University


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The Faculty at the Department of International Relations, Tsinghua University



ALUMNI NETWORK


The program aims to construct a strong alumni network. Graduates and current students will share resources and maintain mutually beneficial connections throughout their careers. In particular, the numerous Tsinghua and SAIS alumni that work and reside around the world will be valuable resources.


CAREER DEVELOPMENT


Through excellent academic training and professional preparation, students of the program will be well-positioned to transition into careers in international and domestic governance. They will actively participate in policy analysis, design, and implementation at the global level.


COHORTS


Since 2015 the program has enrolled 117 students in total, 78 Chinese and 39 International students respectively.


Students are an impressive group. Several students graduated top in their class from elite universities and/or have extensive work experience from influential institutions, including the World Bank, the US government, the Clinton Global Initiative and others. Some students have already published several commentaries on issues of current foreign affairs and others placed well in academic competitions.


2. Recruiting Process

The dual degree program is open to both Chinese and non-Chinese students. There are two rounds of recruitment. The first round runs from August 1, 2022 to September 1, 2022. Only applicants from China (nationality on passport, including students from Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan) will be reviewed during this round (see here). The second round, which is for international applicants, opens in October 2022 and will be conducted in accordance with the regular admissions schedule for the Master of Arts in International Relations and dual degree students.




3. Application

· Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens with valid passports.

· Applicants for CPFP programs should have a bachelor’s degree, or will get bachelor’s degree before July.31st, 2023.

In principlethe degree diploma awarded by overseas universities should be authenticated by Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange,Ministry of Education,P.R.China.

· Fluent in English.


How to Apply

Applicants will apply to both institutions separately and concurrently. They will be evaluated for admissions by each institution based on their respective requirements and criteria. For administrative identification purposes, applicants for the dual degree program will be requested to indicate their intentions clearly on their applications to both institutions.

To start your application for Tsinghua, applicants should complete the Online Application on the website of the THU Graduate Programs Application System for International Students during the designated THU application period. Applicants should fill in the application information online, upload the application documents listed below to the Online Application System, and pay the application fee online at the time of submission.

To start application, click: http://gradadmission.tsinghua.edu.cn (The program is listed under “School of Social Sciences)

Please upload all the listed documents below to the application system:

Ø Personal statement. Master's degree program applicants should submit a Personal Statement. (The Personal Statement should be filled out in accordance with the requirements of university template). Click here for the template.

Ø Latest Curriculum Vitae

ØDegree certificate and degree authentication. Master's degree program applicants should submit their Bachelor's degree certificate. The degree diploma awarded by overseas universities should be authenticated by Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange, Ministry of Education,P.R.China. The degree diploma awarded by universities of Chinese mainland should be authenticated by Center for Student Services and Development, Ministry of Education, P.R.ChinaCSSD.

Applicants who will not graduate before the application deadline shall provide the expected graduation certificate first, and the degree diploma must be submitted before registration. (Applicants who have graduated are recommended to provide an authentication of the degree diploma at the same time. The authentication and the original degree diploma should be combined into one PDF file and uploaded to the application system.)

ØTwo academic recommendation letters from scholars who hold the title of associate professor or higher, or senior professionals in a related academic field. Please follow the instructions on the online system for submission of online recommendation letters or upload the recommendation letters signed by references.

Ø Passport:Passport information page (Ordinary passport). Individuals who previously held Chinese nationality and subsequently acquired foreign nationality are required to provide either a Certificate of Cancellation of Chinese Household Registration (Hukou) or a Certificate of Renunciation of Chinese Nationality, or a Certificate of Non-Chinese Nationality issued by a Chinese diplomatic mission/consulate.

Ø English proficiency certificate for students from countries where English is not the native language. TOEFL score should not be lower than 100 or IELTS should not be lower than 7.0. Students who completed a degree in an English-speaking country can be exempted from the English tests.


Application Remarks

Ø Applicants are required to submit scanned images of all required documents at the time of application. All uploaded documents should be in Chinese or in English; otherwise notarial translations in Chinese or English are required. Once translated, the original documents and certified translations are to be submitted together to the application system.

Ø Please scan the original or notarial application documents in color using a scanner. Documents images captured by mobile phone or camera are not acceptable. Scans of copies are also not acceptable.

Ø The application fee must be paid at the time the application is submitted. (It cannot be covered by the Chinese Government Scholarship). Please apply online and pay the application fee in a safe place. THU is not responsible for any losses caused by your own operation errors or the leakage of your online payment account and password. Please consider carefully before paying the application fee online. If you cannot finish the application due to various reasons, the paid application fee will not be refunded. Regardless of whether the application is successful or not, the application fee is not refundable.

Ø Applications with incomplete documents or without application fee payment will not be processed. Applicants should take the initiative to understand the application procedures and application requirements before applying. The applicant will be responsible for any consequences arising from failure to complete the application process as required.

Ø THU has the right to require applicants to provide original/notarized copies of application materials or certification documents issued by a designated certification body for further inspection.

Ø As some countries' higher education systems are very different from the Chinese system, applicants from different education systems should refer to THU’s online application website for reference. Click here

Ø None of the above application documents will be returned.

Ø If the higher-level department issues a new policy, THU will make corresponding adjustments.

Ø Applicants must ensure that the application information and application materials provided are true and accurate. If the admissions unit or certification department verifies that anything in the application is not true, the application, admission or study qualification will be cancelled.

Ø Applicants who are found to be in breach of academic ethics, professional ethics, honesty and trustworthiness, discipline and law-abidingetc., will not be admitted or admission/study qualification will be cancelled after this breach has been verified.

Ø The relevant information, documents and messages that the THU Graduate Admissions Office and relevant departments / schools publish or send to applicants through websites, phone calls, emails, text messages, etc. are deemed to have been delivered. All consequences caused by the applicant’s personal negligence and other reasons shall be borne by the applicant himself/herself.


ØTo apply for admission to Johns Hopkins SAIS, please visit: https://sais.jhu.edu/admissions/masters-program-admissions/how-apply/how-apply-johns-hopkins-sais-tsinghua


4. Admission

Ø The program will accept up to 30 students each year, 15 Chinese students and 15 international (non-Chinese) students. Non-Chinese applicants must have passports.

Ø Students admitted by both institutions concurrently are considered dual degree candidates once they present a copy of their admission letters to the partner institutions.

Ø Offers of admission to Tsinghua University and Johns Hopkins SAIS are contingent upon applicants having successfully completed an accredited undergraduate degree and submitting an official, final transcript to each university. Additionally, admitted students must complete principles-level courses in microeconomics and macroeconomics with a B- or higher prior to matriculating at Johns Hopkins SAIS. Other conditions and requirements, such as additional English preparation, may be added to admission notices.


5. Academic Environment

Ø The entire program will be taught in English.

Ø Generally, students will require five semesters to complete the program, with the first two semesters spent in Beijing at Tsinghua University, and the next three semesters spent in Washington D.C. at Johns Hopkins SAIS. Students can choose to extend their studies by a single semester at either Tsinghua University or Johns Hopkins SAIS.

Ø Courses at Tsinghua will be specifically designed to provide policy perspectives on international security, international political economy, public diplomacy, Chinese regional diplomacy, and China’s foreign relations with the developing world.

Ø Some topics may include:

· Global Energy and Environment Management

· Ethics of Globalization

· Global Security System Design

· Technological Innovation in Globalization

· Public Diplomacy: Global and Comparative Perspectives

· Contemporary Theories of International Politics

· Contemporary U.S.-China Relations

· Political Economy of Development

· World Politics and China

· International Migration and its Social Impacts

Ø The Johns Hopkins SAIS requires students to complete all of the regular graduation requirements including a core curriculum which includes courses in leadership, ethics, economics and data analysis; functional and regional focus areas, foreign language training and experiential opportunities (i.e., internships, practicums, study trips) and an oral or capstone project.

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6. Tuition Fees

The application fee is 800 RMB (non-refundable).

Tuition fees : 80,000 RMB (Full Program)

Accidental Injury and Hospitalization Insurance: RMB 800/year While at Johns Hopkins SAIS, both Chinese and non-Chinese students will pay the standard tuition fees. See the cost of attendance for the Johns Hopkins SAIS MAIR program here.

Tsinghua University’s International Relations Department will provide merit-based scholarships for students admitted students in the program.


7. Accreditation

In accordance with Tsinghua University and Johns Hopkins SAIS academic accreditation regulations, students must complete their education plans and fulfill the requirements for both degrees at both universities, after which they will be granted two masters degrees, a Master of Law degree from Tsinghua University’s School of Social Sciences and a Master of Arts in International Relations degree from Johns Hopkins University.


8. Selected Employers of Our Students


Our students work in a broad spectrum of international political and economic institutions. The following list includes selected institutions who have hired our students in recent years.



9. Contact Information


Tsinghua University, International Relations Department

Address: Mingzhai 311, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084

Contact: Ms. Li Ran

 Office Phone: 010-62788801

Email address: iisws@mail.tsinghua.edu.cn



Johns Hopkins University, School of Advanced International Studies

Address: 1740 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Suite 317, Washington, D.C. 20036

Contact: Mrs. Jenn Houder

Office Phone: (001) 202-663-5700

Email address: jenn.houder@jhu.edu 

Other unfinished matters in this guide are implemented in accordance with 'Admission to Graduate Programs of Tsinghua University 2023 (For International Students).