Yenching Academy of Peking University interviews
Interviews in person or online
Four criteria
“Evaluation criteria include academic merit, leadership potential, international experience, and long-term aspirations.”
Yenching AcademyAdmissions FAQ (academy)
Cover each criterion
Criteria include academic merit, leadership potential, international experience and long-term aspirations.
ExampleHow you would benefit from China Studies
“Candidates’ personal statements should offer specific and persuasive explanations of how they could benefit from studying in our interdisciplinary China Studies program.”
Yenching AcademyAdmissions FAQ (academy)
Be specific about the program
Personal statements should explain specifically how you would benefit from its China Studies program.
ExampleIn person or online
“All Chinese candidates, including those from the HMT regions, are required to attend their interview in person at Peking University. International candidates will be interviewed online.”
Yenching AcademyAdmissions FAQ (academy)
Check your interview format
Chinese candidates interview in person at Peking University; international candidates interview online.
ExampleIn person or online
“To prepare for an online interview, you should choose a location with a strong internet connection and ample lighting.”
Yenching AcademyAdmissions FAQ (academy)
Set up your space
For an online interview, choose a place with a strong connection and good lighting.
ExampleLast reviewed