To all the outstanding early-career researchers want to have an immersive research experience in the USA, with all your finances covered? Well, wait no more as Boston is calling. You heard it right! Boston University, through its official portal, has recently announced the applications for one of the anticipated “Global China Fellows Program” for the session 2026-27. A flagship fellows program of the Global China Initiative (GCI) offers an incredible opportunity for postdoctoral researchers from around the world to conduct policy-oriented research and commentary on China’s role in reshaping Global Affairs at the Boston University Global Development Policy Center, USA. The objective of the fellowship program is to cultivate the next generation of future leaders to advance policy-oriented research on China’s overseas economic activities and its interaction with Global institutions, thereby bridging the gap between academic research and real policy discussion. Since the fellowship’s inception, it has supported around 40 postdoctoral fellows from all around the world. Read more details about the fellowship below.
Global China Fellows Program 2026-27 Overview
| Country | USA |
|---|---|
| Eligible Countries | Open for All |
| Programme Type | Fellowship |
| Hosted by | Global China Initiative |
| Location | Boston University (GDP) |
| Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Application Deadline | December 19th, 2025 |
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Work Streams
The selected fellows will pair with GDP Senior Academic Researchers, Non-Resident Senior, and BU faculty members on one of the following work streams:
- Data Analysis for Transparency and Accountability (D.A.T.A.)
- Energy and Climate
- China International Financial Architecture (CHIFA).
- Forestry, Agriculture, and Indigenous Rights (FAIR)
Who can Apply?
Applicants meeting the following criteria are invited to submit their applications:
- The Global Fellows program is accepting applications from all nationalities
- Committed to attending the full program in person in the United States
- Must secure a J-1 Visa to enter the United States
- Pre-Doctoral students must have completed their comprehensive exams and defended their dissertations by August 2026
- Have a strong interest in China’s Overseas economic activities
- Applicants from all academic backgrounds are eligible to apply
Preference is given to:
- Applicants with a geographical region of interest in South East Asia, Latin America, and Africa, in addition to China
- Fluency in Chinese or a language from the above priority regions
Coverage
The Global Fellows programme offers comprehensive coverage, which includes
- Competetive stipend
- Conference travel allowance
- Professional Development
- Field work allowance
Required Documents
- An updated CV
- Cover letter, max 1-2 pages, describing academic training, experience, and research interest
- Working paper Proposal max 1-2 pages outlining the research questions, research plan, and its significance
- Two references
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How to Apply?
Applicants meeting the above-mentioned criteria need to submit the mentioned documents in one PDF file to the Global China Initiative Team (gci@bu.edu) with the subject line “<< YourLastName_YourFirstName>> GCI Fellow Application 2026-2027.”
The last date of the submission of the fellowship application is December 19th, 2025. Make sure to submit your application before the mentioned due date.
For more details, visit the official link below.
GLOBAL FELLOWS PROGRAMME OFFICIAL LINK
