Chinese Language Fellowship Program (2025-2026 Program)

Company: EmergencyMD
Location: Seattle
Posted on: February 2, 2025

Job Description:

Chinese Language Fellowship Program (2025-2026 Program)

• Location: Seattle, WA, USA
• Stipend: Up to $50,000 to cover tuition, registration/visa fees, living and travel costs.Application GuidelinesThe NBR Chinese Language Fellowship Program (CLFP), funded by the Carnegie Corporation of New York, awards fellowships to American graduate students for one academic year of full-time intensive Chinese language training, generally in Taiwan or China.PhD Track (up to $50,000)This track allows currently enrolled PhD students to participate in a language program of their choice in Taiwan or China for ten months, followed by a summer language program with one-on-one classes, focusing on primary sources related to their dissertation research.Prospective PhD Track (up to $40,000)This track allows current or recent master's degree students planning to pursue a PhD to participate in a language program of their choice in Taiwan or China for ten months. Applicants must be currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a master's program.Eligibility RequirementsTo be eligible for a fellowship, applicants must:
  • Demonstrate intermediate Chinese language ability through transcripts or language assessment tests. The fellowship is NOT for beginner students.
  • Devote themselves to full-time intensive Chinese-language study for one academic year. The fellowship does NOT support substantive doctoral research.
  • Desire to advance U.S. public policy toward China or contribute to scholarly research and teaching on China.
  • Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.Application RequirementsTo be considered, applicants must submit:
    • A complete application form detailing academic experiences and Chinese language skills.
    • A two-page summary resume, including academic and professional honors (full CVs will not be reviewed).
    • A two-page cover letter addressing how the proposed program contributes to language training, doctoral studies, and future plans.
    • Two letters of recommendation: one from an academic supervisor or professor and one from a recent Chinese language teacher, both sent directly to Dylan Plung at dplung@nbr.org by February 17, 2025.
    • Electronic transcripts from all educational institutions attended (upload as PDFs in the application portal).If not evident through transcripts or applying to the Prospective PhD track...
      • Please explain your plans to pursue a PhD in your cover letter.
      • Ask your academic supervisor or professor to address your aptitude for a PhD program in their recommendation letter.Application Deadline and Selection ProcessApplications are due by 11:59 PM (PT) on February 17, 2025. The Fellowship Program team will review applications and make recommendations to an independent selection committee, which will make final decisions in March. Awards will be announced by mid-April 2025.About NBRThe National Bureau of Asian Research is a nonprofit, nonpartisan research institution dedicated to informing and strengthening policy in the Asia-Pacific. To learn more, visit .This is an educational fellowship program and is not an advertisement for employment with The National Bureau of Asian Research.NBR is committed to a workplace where inclusion is prioritized. We're an equal opportunity employer and strive to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy or parental status, creed, military or veteran status, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, or other status protected by law.If you need assistance due to a disability during the application or selection process, please email your request to employment@nbr.org.Apply Now* Fields Are Required
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