FELLOWSHIPS
APPLICATION PROCESS
2027-28 Fellowship Application Resources
Princeton in Asia’s 2027–28 fellowship application cycle is now open!
To access and submit your application, you will need to create an account through our Application Portal.
For detailed instructions and guidance on the application process, please refer to the Application Guide.
To learn about the fellowships we anticipate offering in the 2027-28 fellowship year, please refer to the Fellowship Descriptions.
PiA’s Selection Process
PiA’s application, selection, and placement processes are lengthy and multi-faceted. We recognize the process involves a significant investment of time on the part of applicants, advisors, PiA staff, and host organizations.
We attempt to offer interviews only to those applicants who stand a reasonable chance of receiving a fellowship post. However, being granted an interview does not guarantee a spot on the program.
We work closely with host organizations to understand their needs and requirements for fellowship positions. However, host organization needs may change, so applicants should demonstrate adaptability, resilience, and commitment to the PiA experience.
We ask all applicants to refrain from contacting any PiA host organization directly. PiA will put applicants in contact with their potential host organization at the nomination stage of the process. Any applicant who circumvents PiA’s selection process by contacting a host organization directly will be automatically disqualified from consideration for a PiA fellowship.
Upon acceptance of a fellowship offer, PiA and host organizations begin making significant investments of time, energy and financial resources to be able to welcome the Fellow on the appointed timeline. We therefore ask that upon accepting a PiA fellowship, Fellows remove themselves from consideration from other application processes.
Timeline for the 2027-28 Fellowship Cycle
APPLICATION STAGE
September 1, 2026: Application opens.
November 1, 2026: All application materials due online by 11:59 PM EST.
December 21, 2026: Applicants are notified whether they have been selected to interview with PiA staff. To ensure you receive this email update, please add apply@princetoninasia.org to your address book and monitor your spam folder.
INTERVIEW STAGE
January 2027: Virtual interviews with PiA staff.
NOMINATION STAGE
Late February 2027: Notification of nominee status or invitation to join waitlist.
Late February - March 2027: Nominees submit additional materials for evaluation by PiA host organizations.
March - April 2027: Host organizations evaluate nominees and communicate their selection to PiA.
AWARD STAGE
PiA extends fellowship offers on a rolling basis beginning in late March until all positions are filled. Candidates must accept or decline the offer within four calendar days of receiving it. Please note that accepting a PiA fellowship is binding. Applicants who accept a PiA fellowship offer must confirm they have withdrawn from consideration for all other fellowships and job opportunities.
PRE-DEPARTURE STAGE
April - August 2027: Fellows begin the process of obtaining visas in collaboration with host organizations.
April - May 2027: Teaching Fellows complete a 120-hour Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) online certification course.
Early June 2027: All Fellows attend a mandatory multi-day orientation held in person in Princeton, NJ. More information will be shared with candidates selected to interview with PiA.
DEPARTURE STAGE
July - September 2027: Most fellowships begin in August. Depending on host organization needs, some fellowships may begin in July or September. All fellowships are contingent on receiving a visa and completing PiA’s pre-departure requirements.
QUESTIONS AND UPDATES
Any questions regarding the 2027-28 fellowship cycle can be directed to apply@princetoninasia.org.