Empowering Global Scholars to Reimagine the Politics of Knowledge
For the upcoming academic year, the program will explore the thought-provoking theme “The Politics of the Archive”, expanding critical conversations on colonialism, preservation, and knowledge production in the humanities and social sciences.
Fellowship Benefits
Selected Fung Global Fellows will receive comprehensive support throughout their fellowship year at Princeton, including:
- Full financial funding for the duration of the fellowship
- A Visiting Research Scholar appointment at Princeton University
- Office space, full library access, and state-of-the-art research facilities
- Opportunities to participate in seminars, workshops, and academic collaborations
- A stimulating international community of leading scholars across disciplines
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Princeton Fung Global Fellowship 2026–27, applicants must:
- Have earned a Ph.D. (or equivalent doctoral degree) after September 1, 2016
- Hold a faculty or professional research appointment at an institution outside the U.S. at the time of application
- Not be currently enrolled in a Ph.D. program or employed as a postdoctoral researcher
- Plan to return to their home institution after the fellowship year
- Demonstrate outstanding scholarly achievement and potential for impactful intellectual contributions
Note
- All reference letters must be received before the application deadline.
- Incomplete or late applications will not be reviewed.
- Selected candidates with faculty appointments must submit an official letter confirming approval to spend the fellowship year at Princeton.
Application Deadline
November 17, 2025 (11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time)
Applications are accepted exclusively via Princeton University’s official application portal.
Selection Process
Applications are reviewed by the Director of the Fung Global Fellows Program and a Princeton University selection committee based on:
- Originality and strength of the research project
- Relevance to the annual theme
- Scholarly excellence and research record
- Potential to contribute to Princeton’s academic community
Why Choose the Fung Global Fellowship?
The Fung Global Fellows Program is more than a research opportunity — it’s a transformative academic experience that enables scholars to think beyond borders, engage in critical global debates, and shape the future of knowledge.
At Princeton, fellows gain access to world-class mentorship, resources, and networks, allowing their ideas to thrive and resonate worldwide.
Final Thought
The Princeton University Fung Global Fellowship 2026–2027 invites you to be part of a global dialogue on power, archives, and history.
If you’re ready to challenge ideas, build scholarly bridges, and make a lasting impact through your research, apply now and take your academic journey to new heights at Princeton University — where ideas meet global transformation.