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Blakemore Kingfisher Art History Language Fellowships
Support for intensive East Asian language study
Latest source updateLast Update: July 6, 2026Latest change: The fellowship page now shows the 2027/2028 application window, updated eligibility for curatorial and art conservation careers, and revised application links and forms.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 6, 2026
Latest change: The fellowship page now shows the 2027/2028 application window, updated eligibility for curatorial and art conservation careers, and revised application links and forms.
Blakemore Kingfisher 2027/2028 window now live
The Blakemore Kingfisher fellowship page now shows the 2027/2028 application window as open from July 1, 2026 to December 30, 2026, with the online application at https://blakemorefoundation.communityforce.com. The page also updates who may apply and who is prioritized: curatorial and art conservation careers are now included, and students with native-level fluency are explicitly not eligible. Application instructions and supporting documents were also updated, including the live portal link and new paper application and guideline file links. The program’s basic funding terms remain unchanged.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
December 30, 2026
Opened July 1, 2026
Location
Ontario, Quebec, Canada
Overview
Blakemore Kingfisher Art History Language Fellowships support citizens and permanent residents of the United States and Canada, and foreign nationals studying in colleges or universities in the United States or Canada, for intensive language study in East Asia. The fellowship supports Chinese or Korean study for future academic, curatorial, or art conservation careers in pre-20th-century art history.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Conduct research and development activities
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario, Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Black Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Full-time intensive study of Chinese in East Asia
- Full-time intensive study of Korean in East Asia
- Study at one of the approved language programs in Taiwan, China, or Korea
Documents Needed
- Curriculum vitae or resume
- Personal essay
- Two letters of recommendation
- Official transcripts
- List of prior language study and honors
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Citizens and permanent residents of the United States
- Citizens and permanent residents of Canada
- Foreign nationals studying at a college or university in the United States or Canada
- Students focused on Chinese art history
- Students focused on Korean art history
Who is not eligible
- Applicants planning part-time study or research
- Applicants seeking study in the United States or Canada
- Applicants who are related to a member of the Blakemore Foundation Board or the Trustees of the Kingfisher Foundation
- Students with native-level fluency in the language to be studied
Eligible expenses
- Tuition and tutoring fees for the approved language program
- Travel, living, and study costs covered by the stipend
- Airfare, housing, food, local commuting, books, health insurance, visas, and related study-abroad costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Part-time study or research
- Part-time employment or teaching English
- Other grants or fellowships, except for family expenses or other uncovered costs
- Expenses for an accompanying dependent
Eligible geographic areas
- Taiwan
- China
- South Korea
Selection criteria
- Clear plan to pursue a PhD in Chinese or Korean art history or a master's in art conservation
- Potential to make a significant contribution to the field
- Demonstrated commitment to the professional study of Chinese or Korean art history prior to the twentieth century
- Outstanding academic record
- Demonstrated need for advanced training in the proposed language
How to apply
- Apply online at the application site
- If unable to access the site, email contactus@blakemorefoundation.org for assistance
- If applying from overseas, use a VPN or, as a last resort, submit a paper application
- Apply separately to the language program you plan to attend
- Email the application, essay, and resume to ContactUs@blakemorefoundation.org
- Ensure applications, recommendation letters, and transcripts are received by the stated deadlines
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are contingent on acceptance by the language program
- If admission is later denied, the fellowship offer is rescinded
- Recipients must submit monthly activity letters and progress reports during the fellowship
- Recipients must submit financial reports during the grant and at the end of the fellowship
- An official transcript is required at the end of the grant
Additional information
- Applicants from underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
- Applications, recommendation letters, and transcripts are due by December 30.
- Recommendation letters must be received by January 10.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Blakemore Kingfisher Art History Language Fellowships Program
What is the Blakemore Kingfisher Art History Language Fellowships?
Blakemore Kingfisher Art History Language Fellowships support citizens and permanent residents of the United States and Canada, and foreign nationals studying in colleges or universities in the United States or Canada, for intensive language study in East Asia. The fellowship supports Chinese or Korean study for future academic, curatorial, or art conservation careers in pre-20th-century art history.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is December 30, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Blakemore Kingfisher Art History Language Fellowships program?
To be eligible for the Blakemore Kingfisher Art History Language Fellowships program, you must:
U.S., Canada, or U.S./Canada student status required
Career intent in Chinese or Korean art history
At least two years of college-level language study
What expenses are eligible under Blakemore Kingfisher Art History Language Fellowships?
Full-time intensive study of Chinese in East Asia
Full-time intensive study of Korean in East Asia
Study at one of the approved language programs in Taiwan, China, or Korea
Who can I contact for more information about the Blakemore Kingfisher Art History Language Fellowships?
You can contact Kingfisher Foundation by email at ContactUs@blakemorefoundation.org or by phone at none.
Where is the Blakemore Kingfisher Art History Language Fellowships available?
The Blakemore Kingfisher Art History Language Fellowships program is available the province of Ontario, Quebec.
Is the Blakemore Kingfisher Art History Language Fellowships a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Blakemore Kingfisher Art History Language Fellowships is a Grant and Funding