USA Stanford University APARC Fellowships 2026–2028 (Fully Funded)

The Walter H. Shorenstein Asia-Pacific Research Center (APARC) at Stanford University has officially opened applications for the 2026–2028 Fellowship Programs. These prestigious postdoctoral and visiting fellowships offer outstanding scholars the opportunity to conduct original research on contemporary Asia, engaging with top faculty and global experts at one of the world’s leading research universities.

The fellowships aim to foster groundbreaking work in Asian studies, focusing on health policy, political and social change, economic development, and international relations across the Asia-Pacific region.

Host Institution

• Walter H. Shorenstein Asia-Pacific Research Center (APARC)
• Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies, Stanford University, USA

• Competitive stipend and full funding for research activities.
• Access to Stanford University’s libraries, labs, and academic resources.
• Opportunities for collaboration and publication within APARC and the Freeman Spogli Institute.
• Participation in seminars, workshops, and conferences.
• For visiting fellows: professional networking opportunities and support for in-country research impact.

• Postdoctoral Fellowships (for recent PhD graduates)
• Visiting Fellowships (for mid-career and senior researchers)

• Political Science and International Relations
• Sociology and Economics
• Public Policy and Governance
• Health and Healthcare Policy
• Contemporary Japan and Taiwan Studies
• Asia-Pacific Development and Global Affairs

Open to applicants of all nationalities.

To apply for the Stanford APARC Fellowships, applicants must:

• Hold a PhD degree (or be near completion for postdoctoral positions).
• Demonstrate research experience relevant to the Asia-Pacific region.
• Have a strong academic publication record or equivalent research experience.
• Be proficient in English.
• Visiting fellows must be mid-career or senior-level scholars or professionals from the Asia-Pacific region.

Available Fellowship Programs

1. Asia Health Policy Program Postdoctoral Fellowship (2026–2027)

• Focus: Contemporary health or healthcare policy in the Asia-Pacific region, especially in developing countries.
• Duration: 1 year
• Deadline: December 1, 2025

2. Japan Program Postdoctoral Fellowship (2026–2027)

• Focus: Contemporary Japan across disciplines such as politics, economics, law, and international relations.
• Duration: 1 year
• Deadline: December 1, 2025

3. Shorenstein Postdoctoral Fellowship on Contemporary Asia (2026–2027)

• Focus: Political, economic, or social change across the Asia-Pacific region.
• Duration: 1 year
• Deadline: December 1, 2025

4. Next Asia Policy Lab (SNAPL) Postdoctoral Fellowships (2026–2028)

• Focus Areas:

1. Talent Flows and Development
2. Nationalism and Racism
3. U.S.–Asia Relations
4. Democratic Crisis and Reform

• Duration: 2 years
• Deadline: December 1, 2025

5. Next Asia Policy Visiting Fellowships (2026–2027)

• Open to researchers and professionals from Asia-Pacific nations, including a special position dedicated to research on the Philippines.
• Duration: 1 year
• Deadline: March 1, 2026

6. Taiwan Program Visiting Fellowship (2026–2027)

• Focus: Contemporary Taiwan’s social, economic, and policy challenges and opportunities.
• Open to: Mid-career and senior-level experts
• Deadline: March 1, 2026

• Visit the Stanford APARC Fellowship page.
• Select the fellowship track that aligns with your research interests.
• Prepare and upload the following documents:

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
2. Research proposal
3. Academic transcripts and references
4. Writing samples or publications

• Submit your application by the program-specific deadlines (December 1, 2025, or March 1, 2026).

Conclusion

The Stanford APARC 2026–2028 Fellowship Program is a prestigious opportunity for scholars passionate about Asia-Pacific research, policy, and innovation. Whether your interests lie in public health, political reform, or cross-cultural studies, this program provides a world-class platform to conduct transformative research and build a global academic network.