American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) Program in China Studies - Dissertation Fellowships

American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS)

Amount: $35,000 (stipend) + health insurance + research allowance
Deadline: November 15 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: phd
Renewable: No

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About

These fellowships support doctoral candidates in the humanities and social sciences who are completing dissertations on China. The program aims to advance the field of China Studies.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US, Permanent Resident
  • GPA: N/A
  • Doctoral candidates in the humanities and social sciences whose dissertation research is on China

Required Materials

  • Application form
  • Dissertation Proposal
  • Writing Sample
  • CV
  • 2 Letters of Recommendation

Timeline

Applications open in August. Deadline in November. Notifications in April.

Tips

Demonstrate a deep understanding of China and scholarly approaches. Submit a well-researched and compelling proposal. Highlight language proficiency.