Luce/ACLS Program in China Studies 2026–2027: Fully Funded Fellowships, Travel Grants, and Research Opportunities for Early-Career Scholars in the United States and Canada
The Luce/ACLS Program in China Studies is accepting applications for fellowships, travel grants, and research opportunities designed to support early-career scholars and graduate students across North America.
Overview
The Luce/ACLS Program in China Studies offers financial support, mentorship, and professional development resources for graduate students, early-career scholars, and researchers focusing on China studies in the humanities and interpretive social sciences. Administered by the American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) with support from the Henry Luce Foundation, the program provides multiple funding paths ranging from short-term travel grants to flexible and long-term fellowships.
Benefits
- Travel grants up to $5,000 for graduate students and non-tenure-track researchers.
- Flexible Early Career Fellowships offering a $15,000 stipend without requiring employment leave.
- Long-Term Early Career Fellowships offering stipends ranging from $20,000 to $45,000 for four to nine months of dedicated research time.
- Access to professional mentorship, networking events, and scholarly communities.
Eligibility
The program supports research in the humanities and interpretive social sciences with no restrictions regarding research methodologies or historical time periods. Applications are welcomed from diverse academic disciplines, institutional affiliations, and backgrounds without discrimination.
How to Apply
Interested applicants can review competition guidelines and submit their applications through the official portal. Ensure all required materials are prepared and submitted according to your chosen competition track.
Deadline
The application deadline for the flexible fellowships, long-term fellowships, and travel grants is November 5, 2026.