The NYU Shanghai Creativity + Innovation Fellowship empowers students to critically and creatively engage with China’s dynamic innovation landscape. This selective fellowship brings together a global cohort of students united by their passion for exploring the intersections of design, business, and culture while studying in Shanghai, one of the world’s most dynamic cities.
Program Highlights
Behind-the-Scenes Experiences: Fellows will take part in site visits across Shanghai and beyond, gaining behind-the-scenes access to innovators, entrepreneurs, and creatives in China who are shaping the future of their industries and society.
Opening Retreat Trip: The fellowship kicks off with an all-expenses-paid retreat at one of China’s most breathtaking locations to help Fellows intentionally reflect and design their pathways.
Innovation Trip Immersion: Midway through the semester, Fellows will embark on a curated trip to a dynamic Chinese city to explore how innovation, infrastructure, and creativity are transforming society from the ground up.
Stipend for Project Support: Study away fellows will be awarded 6,000 RMB to carry out their own project exploring creativity and innovation in China during the semester.
Creative Showcase: The fellowship culminates with a final event that helps Fellows to synthesize their experiences and learning with a broader network and community.
Key Benefits
- Gain exclusive access to amazing and unique travel opportunities and insider experiences.
- Belong to a vibrant cohort of like-minded and motivated peers from different campuses and schools.
- Enhance your study away experience in Shanghai and demonstrate its unique value to future employers and graduate schools.
Application
Deadline for application is Sunday, Nov 30 11:59pm EST. Spring 2026 students admitted to NYU Shanghai will be able to apply through Slate. NYU Shanghai students can apply here.
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