Major Fellowships
Yenching Academy Fellowship
The Yenching Fellowship offers the opportunity to pursue a master’s degree in China Studies at the Yenching Academy of Peking University. The program is English-taught and emphasizes interdisciplinarity and considering China’s development from a variety of perspectives. The Fellowship provides airfare, tuition and fees and accommodations. Scholars can choose from six academic research areas. Scholars in good standing are eligible for a second year of funding. Seniors and graduates are eligible, and there is a strong preference for candidates who will be under 26 at the time they take up their award. Scholars are selected based on potential to be leaders in their field and fit for the program. There is no minimum GPA and no knowledge of Chinese is required.
Fellowship Advisor
Erin DeCuir, Assistant Director, Office of Major Fellowships
Website
Visit The Yenching Academy Fellowship Website
Application Open Date
Mid-August
Application Close Date
Early December
Draft Review Deadline
Mid-November
Academic Areas
Agriculture, Forestry, and Life Sciences / Arts and Humanities / Behavioral, Social, and Health Sciences / Business / Education / Engineering, Computing, and Applied Sciences / Sciences / Architecture, Art and Construction /
Areas of Interest
Study Abroad /
When To Apply
Senior / Alumni/non-enrolled
