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SCHWARZMAN GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

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Application Deadline: Sept 10, 2025 at 3 p.m. EDT

LOCATION: China

Every year, a new class is selected to represent the world’s next generation of leaders—high-caliber individuals with open minds and limitless potential who will serve to deepen understanding between China and the rest of the world.

ELIGIBILITY:

In addition to demonstrating extraordinary leadership skills, the ability to anticipate and act on trends and changes in their context, strong intellectual capacity, and exemplary character, candidates must meet the following criteria.

Applicants who are currently enrolled in undergraduate degree programs must be on track to successfully complete all degree requirements before August 1 of their Schwarzman Scholars enrollment year. There are no requirements for a specific field of undergraduate study; all fields are welcome, but it is important for applicants, regardless of undergraduate major, to articulate how participating in Schwarzman Scholars will help develop their leadership potential within their field.

Candidates must be at least 18 but not yet 29 years of age as of August 1 of their Schwarzman Scholars enrollment year (for the Class of 2026-2027, as of August 1, 2026).

Applicants must demonstrate strong English skills, as all teaching will be conducted in English. If the applicant’s native language is not English, official English proficiency test scores must be submitted with the application. This requirement is waived for applicants who studied at an undergraduate institution where the primary language of instruction was English for at least two years of the applicant’s academic program. The requirement will also be waived for applicants who have studied in English for two or more years at a Master’s degree level or higher. Acceptable test options are the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Minimum score: 100. International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Minimum score of 7 on Cambridge English: Advanced (C1) or Cambridge English: Proficiency (C2). Minimum score: 185. Duolingo English Test. Minimum Score 130.

Schwarzman Scholars are selected from an international pool of distinguished candidates. Prospective Scholars are expected to demonstrate academic excellence, exceptional results in their field, and outstanding leadership qualities.

BENEFIT:

A one-year, fully funded master’s program at Tsinghua University in Beijing, designed to build a global community of future leaders who will serve to deepen understanding between China and the rest of the world.

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VOICES FROM THE SOUTH: STORYTELLING FOR IMPACT—A CNN ACADEMY PROGRAM

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Application Deadline: 23 June 2025

LOCATION: United Arab Emirates

This program is made possible through the generous support of the Gates Foundation. It aims to empower emerging storytellers from the Global South by providing them with the necessary tools and training to effectively tell stories that can create meaningful change. By fostering a diverse and inclusive global media landscape, the program helps ensure that the voices of the Global South are heard and understood in today’s fast-changing world.

ELIGIBILITY:

To be eligible for this media training opportunity, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Reside and work in a country located in the Global South which includes any developing country in Latin America and the Caribbean, Africa and Asia.

Identify as a content creator, journalist, or storyteller in the early stages of their career.

Have a portfolio of relevant work

Possess strong communication skills and fluency in spoken and written English.

Demonstrate a commitment to actively participating in the entire training program and applying the acquired skills to their reporting projects.

Be able and willing to travel to Abu Dhabi for the CNN Academy Simulation in November 2025

Phase One: Virtual Training (From July to October 1st, 2025): The first phase of the program is delivered entirely online through the CNN Academy Hub. During this phase, participants will engage in a series of courses designed to enhance their storytelling skills and deepen their understanding of global issues, particularly those affecting the Global South. 

To be considered for Phase Two, participants must complete and pass all the required courses, earn the necessary badges, and submit a pitch for a piece you want to produce using the skills learned in the program.

Phase Two: In-Person Training and Simulation (November 2025, Abu Dhabi): Phase Two begins with hands-on training in Abu Dhabi, where participants will focus on mobile journalism techniques and storytelling practices, learning from CNN Academy’s expert trainers. 

They will then participate in the 2025 CNN Academy Simulation, which will center on global health reporting. This high-pressure, real-world simulation will provide participants with the opportunity to apply their skills in a dynamic news environment while producing impactful stories.

After completing the simulation, you will return to your home country and work on producing your final story. The completed piece must be submitted by January 31st, 2026. A select number of stories will be showcased on CNN’s linear and digital platforms, offering participants the opportunity to share their work with a global audience.

BENEFIT:

The training benefits include:

Online training courses in storytelling and global health reporting

Hands-on mobile journalism training

Participation in a high-pressure news simulation

Mentorship from CNN experts

Fully funded travel, accommodation, and participation in Phase Two in Abu Dhabi

Final stories may be published on CNN’s linear and digital platforms, reaching a global audience

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