Deadline: November 1, 2025
Are you passionate about cross-cultural exchange, professional growth, and creating impact across Asia? The Princeton in Asia Fellowship 2026-2027 is now open for applications, offering young graduates the chance to engage in transformative one- or two-year immersive work placements across Asia. This prestigious fellowship supports fellows with stipends, training, mentoring, and comprehensive health and safety resources, making it one of the most impactful fellowship opportunities available.
About the Princeton in Asia Fellowship
The Princeton in Asia Fellowship is a one- or two-year programme that places selected fellows with host organisations in Asia. Fellows contribute to various sectors while developing cultural fluency, professional experience, and personal growth. Placements are designed to support Princeton in Asia’s mission of promoting meaningful cultural exchange between the United States and Asia.
Fellowship Benefits
Selected fellows for the Princeton in Asia Fellowship 2026-2027 receive extensive support, including:
- Monthly stipend from the host organisation covering safe housing, food, local travel, and telecommunications.
- Visa and work permit reimbursement (for US-based costs).
- Health, safety, and welfare coverage, including medical and emergency evacuation insurance, International SOS membership, and mental health support.
- Country Advisors who provide guidance on cultural orientation and country-specific matters.
- Language grants to support fellows interested in language learning.
- Pre-departure training and ongoing mentoring throughout the fellowship year.
Fellowship Focus Areas
Fellows are placed in diverse professional fields across Asia, including:
- Arts & Culture
- Economic Development
- Education
- Environmental Sustainability
- Justice & Access to Information
- Public Health
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Princeton in Asia Fellowship 2026-2027, applicants must:
- Hold at least a bachelor’s degree.
- Be a college senior, recent graduate, or early-career professional.
- Demonstrate strong motivation to contribute to Princeton in Asia’s mission of US-Asia exchange.
- Note that while candidates with master’s degrees are eligible, those with terminal professional degrees (such as Ph.D., M.D., or J.D.) are not eligible.
- There is no strict age limit, but applicants must provide a clear rationale for their suitability.
Application Deadline
The deadline to apply for the Princeton in Asia Fellowship 2026-2027 is:
📅 November 1, 2025 at 11:59 PM EDT
⚠️ Important: Once applications are submitted, no changes can be made.
Why Apply?
This fellowship is more than just a placement – it’s a life-changing opportunity to:
- Build professional skills in diverse fields.
- Gain immersive cultural experience in Asia.
- Access mentorship, training, and resources.
- Join a strong global network of Princeton in Asia alumni.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early and prepare strong applications that showcase:
- Relevant academic, professional, or volunteer experience.
- Cultural adaptability and openness to new environments.
- Commitment to Princeton in Asia’s mission of exchange and mutual understanding.
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