Princeton in Asia Fellowship 2026–2027

The Princeton in Asia Fellowship 2026–2027 is now accepting applications. This prestigious program offers immersive opportunities for cultural exchange and professional development in Asia.

🏛️ About Princeton in Asia

Princeton in Asia (PiA) fellowships emphasize cultural immersion and contributing to host communities. Fellows are selected based on their commitment to fostering mutual appreciation and cross-cultural understanding between the United States and Asia.

Opportunity Details:

• Date Published: September 10, 2025
• Application Deadline: November 1, 2025
• Category: Postgraduate, Masters, Partial
• Opportunity Location: United States

Sponsor Organization:

• Princeton in Asia

🎁 Benefits of Princeton in Asia Fellowship

PiA Fellows receive the following benefits:

• Immersive, Paid Work Opportunity: Fellows work at host organizations in Asia and are employees of these organizations, not PiA.
• Stipend: Covers safe housing, food, telecommunications, and local travel to foster an immersive experience.
• Visa and Work Permit Fee Reimbursement: Applicable for fees incurred in the United States.
• Health, Safety, and Welfare Support: Includes premium-free travel medical and emergency evacuation insurance, International SOS membership, mental health support, and pre-departure training.
• Support from PiA Country Advisors: Advisors with local knowledge assist Fellows in enhancing cultural immersion and understanding local norms.
• Connection to the PiA Alumni Network: Access to a mentor directory and alumni network.
• Preparation Programs: Includes virtual orientation, teacher training, and ongoing PiA programming.
• Language Grants: Available by application.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Princeton in Asia Fellowship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Educational Qualification:

   • A bachelor’s degree is the primary prerequisite.
   • Some positions may require additional work experience or credentials.
   • Candidates with master’s degrees are accepted, but those with terminal or professional degrees (e.g., Ph.D., M.D., J.D.) are not eligible.

2. Target Audience:

   • Typically open to college seniors or recent college graduates.
   • Graduates of any college or university are eligible to apply.
   • There is no age limit for applying.

3. Citizenship and Residency:

   • PiA does not restrict eligibility based on U.S. citizenship or residency status.
   • Applicants must present a compelling rationale for how they will contribute to PiA’s mission of United States-Asia exchange.
   • Note: Visa restrictions in host countries may limit placements for citizens of certain nationalities.

📅 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: November 1, 2025, at 11:59 PM EDT.
• Once submitted, applications cannot be modified.

🌐 Application Portal

• View details about the program on the Princeton in Asia Fellowship Website.
• Apply directly through the Application Portal.

📌 Key Dates

• Application Deadline: November 1, 2025

This fellowship is an incredible opportunity for individuals passionate about cultural exchange and professional growth in Asia. Don't miss the chance to apply!

• Immersive, paid work opportunity at a host organization in Asia. PiA Fellows are employees of their host organizations, and not of PiA.
• Stipend from host organization. The stipend is intended to foster an immersive experience in the host community and is set to cover the cost of safe housing, food, telecommunications, and local travel.
• Reimbursement for visa and work permit fees in the United States.
• Health, safety, and welfare support including premium-free travel medical and emergency evacuation insurance, International SOS membership, mental health support, and pre-departure training and resources.
• Support from PiA Country Advisors. Each country in which PiA operates has one or more designated Country Advisors with significant experience and local knowledge of the host country. Country Advisors assist with enhancing cultural immersion sharing knowledge on local culture, behavior and norms.
• Connection to the PiA Alumni Network and mentor directory.
• Preparation through virtual orientation, teacher training, and ongoing PiA programming.
• Language grants (by application).