Fellowship Information
The Asian Division at the Library of Congress invites applications for the 2026 Florence Tan Moeson Research Fellowship Program, established through the generous gift of Florence Tan Moeson, who served as a cataloger at the Library for 43 years.
About the Fellowship
The program supports research in Asian studies using the world-renowned collections of the Asian Division and the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C.
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Duration: Minimum of 5 business days on-site research from April 20, 2026 to September 25, 2026
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Award Amounts: $300 – $3,000 (to support travel, lodging, and research expenses)
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Who Should Apply: Graduate students, independent scholars, researchers, and librarians with a demonstrated need for support
Eligibility
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Open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents
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Foreign nationals already in the U.S. on visas may inquire about eligibility by emailing visas@loc.gov (do not send Personally Identifiable Information)
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H-1B visa holders are not eligible; other visa types reviewed on a case-by-case basis
How to Apply
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Applications must be submitted online only. Download and use the PDF preview to gather needed information for your application
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Deadline: before Midnight (ET), Sunday, January 11, 2026, for the 2026 fellowship cycle
Direct further question to Asian Ask-A-Librarian.