Henry Luce Scholarship

Luce Scholars Program

In 1974, the Henry Luce Scholarship Program was founded in memory of Henry Luce and his parents who were educational missionaries in China. The Luce seeks future leaders who do not have any formal knowledge of Asia, but who are interested in obtaining internships in an Asian country. In this way, the Luce hopes to spark a lifelong interest in Asian cultures. Annually, 15 scholars are selected from 65 nominating institutions (including Fordham University).

Duration of Fellowship: eleven months

Amount of Fellowship: The Henry Luce Scholarship covers all travel expenses, cost of shipping 100 lbs. of personal effects to and from Asia, medical and accident insurance, a monthly stipend (scholars cannot be paid by the businesses they work for, only by the Luce Foundation), and a cost-of-living allowance (in special instances where the destination has a higher cost of living).

Are you eligible?

Are you a U.S. citizen?
Will you have your first bachelor’s degree by the time of the award?
Will you be no older than 29 by September 1 of the year of the award?
Do you have a solid GPA?
Are you in good health?

What is the deadline?

November 1