Fellowship
Taiwan Studies Dissertation Fellowships
Thanks to another generous gift, the Center for Taiwan Studies at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), will launch a Taiwan Studies Dissertation Fellowship Program, beginning January 2025, with two awarded annually, each in the amount of $30,000.
The fellowship program is designed for doctoral candidates, who are enrolled in a major research university while completing the last year of their Ph.D. research on the topic of Taiwan studies. Applicants must submit supporting materials pertaining to the writing of their dissertations, including a detailed project description and at least two recommendation letters, in addition to a copy of CV. Funding for successful applications will begin on January 1 and end by December 31 of the same year.
Priority is given to doctoral candidates who are neither employed full-time nor receiving grants from other sources. In principle, applicants may only apply one time. Recipients of the fellowship should give a book talk at the Center on their dissertation topic and duly acknowledge the Program upon submission of the theses or of the monographs to be published later.
Eligibility
Ph.D. students who are in the last year of writing their dissertations, and who meet all of the following conditions are eligible to apply:
- The dissertation topic is on Taiwan, with preliminary research done.
- With strong track record to indicate potential contributions to the field.
- Supporting documents from dissertation adviser or committee to state the likelihood that the applicant can successfully complete the dissertation during the grant period.
Application Procedures
- Applications must be submitted to our website by October 31.
- Please follow instructions and complete the on-line submission steps with the applicant’s personal information, basic project data, and supporting documents in place.
- Wait for the “success” notice to make sure all files uploaded and well received.
Application Materials
Items to be submitted with the electronic application:
- Detailed project description (approximately 7 pages, indicating expected date of completion, on top of providing a brief account of research problematic, design, methodology, originality, and potential contributions).
- Departmental letter demonstrating proof of candidacy.
- Updated Curriculum Vitae.
- Two letters of recommendation, including one by the dissertation advisor confirming that the project is in its final year.
Deadline
- The deadline for Doctoral Fellowships applications is October 31.
- Final results will be announced in late December.
The official application link will be posted soon.
Please stay tuned for more information, or contact us at taiwan@ucsd.edu if have any questions.
Award
Best documentary award on Taiwanese American Who's Who. More details to be released soon.
Other Funding Sources
Asian Cultural Council
One Rockefeller Plaza
Room 2500
New York, NY
10020
Phone: 212-843-0403
Fax: 212-843-0343
Email: acc@accny.org
Url: https://www.asianculturalcouncil.org
Application questions: application@accny.org
Geographic Scope:
Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Laos, Macau, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar (Burma), Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Timor-Leste, USA, Vietnam
Type of Organization: Other Sources
Total Annual Giving: $958,000
EIN: 13-3018822
Eligibility Requirements:
Individuals and nonprofit organizations based in the United States and Asia
Application Deadlines:
Applications will be accepted from November 1 to November 30, 2023.
(ACC’s next grant cycle will open in the fall of 2024 and will be open to residents of qualifed Asian countries only.)
Areas of Interest:
The Asian Cultural Council (ACC) aims to advance international dialogue, mutual understanding, and respect by supporting cultural exchange projects between Asia and the U.S. and between Asian countries. ACC's fellowship and grant programs support individual artists, scholars, and arts professionals as well as organizations in the arts and cultural fields.
Available programs include:
- the Individual Fellowship, for support conducting a specific research project, either between Asia and the U.S. or between Asian countries;
- the New York Fellowship, for artists, scholars, and cultural workers based in Asia to have a six-month fellowship program in New York City;
- the Graduate Fellowship, for students based in Asia to pursue a graduate degree in the arts field in the U.S.; and,
- the Organization Grant, for support conducting a cultural exchange project, either between Asia and the U.S. or between Asian countries, in which participants will benefit through cultural immersion, research, specialized training, exchange of knowledge among peers, and other process-oriented activities.
Eligible disciplines include:
- archaeology;
- architecture;
- art history;
- arts administration;
- arts criticism;
- conservation;
- crafts;
- curation;
- dance;
- ethnomusicology;
- film, video, and photography;
- literature;
- museum studies;
- music;
- theater; and,
- visual art.
Because ACC’s mission is focused on cultural exchange, grants are primarily made to support travel that results in cultural immersion; meaningful engagement; significant contributions to greater cross-cultural understanding; and peer-to-peer dialogue, relationship-building, or the exchange of knowledge. ACC does not support touring, performance, exhibition, or other types of travel focused on the production of work or audience-driven outcomes.
Funding is not available for:
- promotional activities and services;
- commercial and industrial design;
- commercial activity or commercial artists;
- projects exclusively focused on attending workshops, arts and culture festivals, conferences, or participation in residency programs;
- production-based costs;
- capital and equipment purchases;
- costs to organize or support events, including but not limited to, performances, exhibitions, fundraising, and receptions;
- K-12 arts in education;
- tuition expenses; or,
- funding to support regranting programs.
Application Procedures:
Application guidelines are available on the Council's website. Applications must be submitted online.
Annual Report:
https://www.
Center for Asian American Media
145 Ninth Street
Suite 350
San Francisco, CA
94103
Phone: 415-863-0814
Fax: 415-863-7428
Email: mediafund@caamedia.org
Url: https://caamedia.org
Geographic Scope:
USA
Type of Organization: Other Sources
Average Grant Range: $10,000 - $50,000
EIN: 94-2801493
Eligibility Requirements:
Individuals
Application Deadlines:
Varies by program
Areas of Interest:
The Center for Asian American Media (CAAM) is dedicated to presenting stories that convey the richness and diversity of Asian American experiences to the broadest audience possible. CAAM accomplishes this mission by funding, producing, distributing, and exhibiting works in film, television, and digital media.
CAAM offers funding to film and media projects through a variety of programs, including fellowship and residency programs. Visit the CAAM website for more information.
Application Procedures:
Application guidelines are available on the CAAM website.
Annual Report:
https://caamedia.org/about-
Association for Asian Studies
825 Victors Way
Suite 310
Ann Arbor, MI
48108
Phone: 734-665-2490
Email: grants@asianstudies.org
Url: https://www.asianstudies.org
Primary Contact:
Hilary Finchum-Sung
Executive Director
Email: hvfinchum@asianstudies.org
Geographic Scope:
USA
Type of Organization: Association or Society
EIN: 38-1615380
Eligibility Requirements:
Individuals
Application Deadlines:
Varies by program
Areas of Interest:
The Association for Asian Studies (AAS) is a scholarly, non-political, nonprofit professional association open to all persons interested in Asia and the study of Asia. Through publications, meetings, and seminars, the Association seeks to facilitate contact and an exchange of information among scholars.
AAS offers several grant programs and awards for researchers and scholars. Visit the website or detailed information.
Application Procedures:
Application guidelines are available on the AAS website.
Past Opportunities (Archived)
Competition for Taiwan Scholars
(Woodrow Wilson International Center)
The Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars is accepting applications from Taiwanese researchers for its Wilson Center Taiwan Scholar Program. The residential fellowship program will allow the scholar to spend one to two months during the summer at the Wilson Center in Washington DC, where they will pursue policy-oriented research designed to bridge the gap between the academic and policy communities. Following their residency in Washington, the Taiwan Scholar is expected to produce a policy brief and give a public presentation based on the findings at the Center.
Taiwan plays a key role in promoting democracy and ensuring free markets in East Asia and beyond. It remains a critical political, economic, and security partner for the United States in the region, and deepening U.S. understanding of Taiwan is essential at a time of significant change on both sides of the Pacific. The fellowship is open to Taiwanese scholars committed to research on contemporary Taiwanese issues that address questions related to political stability, economic growth, and regional security.
The Taiwan Scholar Program is made possible from the generous support of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States.
Please visit website for eligibility criteria and application information.
The application deadline is April 01, 2024
Mosaic Taiwan
Mosaic Taiwan is a fellowship exchange program (6/17-6/28/2024 in Taiwan) designed for promising young leaders who are eager to explore Taiwan's vibrant culture and gain valuable insights into its society and politics.
Past Mosaic Taiwan program 2017 promo videos:
If you are interested, here's the application form and brochure. Your applications or any inquiries should be sent to Alan: alan.tecola@gmail.com. Deadline for submission is March 8th.