Blakemore Freeman Fellowships
1 year Advanced Study of Asian Languages in East or Southeast Asia.
Eligibility
- U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident
- Completion of undergraduate education
- At least three years of college-level language study
About the Blakemore Foundation Fellowship
The Blakemore Foundation was established in 1990 by Thomas and Frances Blakemore to encourage the advanced study of Asian languages and to improve the understanding of Asian fine arts in the United States. The Blakemore Foundation offers fellowships to fund a year of advanced language abroad to college graduates using East or Southeast Asian language in their careers.
The Blakemore Freeman Fellowships are awarded for one year of advanced level language study in East or Southeast Asia in approved language programs.
Amount Awarded
Varies; Covers tuition, stipend (airfare, books, accommodation, food, travel, health insurance, immunizations, visa application fees, income taxes, etc.)
Application Process
The Blakemore Freeman Fellowship does not have a campus process. The national deadline is typically at the end of December. We encourage you to begin your application early.
Campus Application Deadline
No campus process
National Application Deadline
December 30, 2026
Additional Info
Additional information, including application criteria, can be found on the Blakemore Freeman Fellowship website.