Bridge to Asia Fellowship

The NBR Bridge to Asia Fellowship was previously titled the Undergraduate Diversity Fellowship.

The application deadline for 2025 is March 9.

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The NBR Bridge to Asia Fellowship provides exceptional undergraduate and community college students with immersive professional experience in Asia policy and international affairs. Fellows gain hands-on research training, mentorship from leading experts, and opportunities to publish their work while building lasting professional networks.

Through paid summer fellowships in Seattle and Washington, D.C., participants join NBR’s research teams to deepen their understanding of critical policy challenges in the Indo-Pacific region.

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The Bridge to Asia Fellowship is supported by a generous grant from the Henry Luce Foundation.

Fellows benefit from:

  • Direct involvement in NBR research projects
  • One-on-one mentorship with Asia policy experts
  • Professional development through NBR’s Summer Learning Series
  • Opportunities to publish with members of NBR’s network of experts
  • Networking with leaders in international affairs

NBR is committed to building a foreign policy community that amplifies diverse voices and strengthens America’s engagement with Asia. We understand that informed policymaking requires leaders who bring varied perspectives and experiences to critical challenges. We welcome applications from students of all backgrounds who share our commitment to shaping the next generation of leadership in U.S.-Asia relations.

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact [email protected].

Bridge to Asia Fellowship