Fulbright US Scholar Program

Annual fellowship for graduate students researching community associations. Offers up to $5,000 stipend and requires a substantial research paper.

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DeadlineSeptember 15, 2026, 5:00 PM Eastern (UTC -4:00)

Award amount$16,000 stipend; up to $5,000 stipend; Stipend and allowances; Round-trip international travel; Minimum total monthly stipend of $3,500; Health benefits for accidents and sickness; Stipend rates vary by country and activity

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

FAQ

Fulbright Global Scholar Award FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the Fulbright Global Scholar Award, covering project regions, stipends, host institutions, and application timelines.

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Award amount

Minimum total monthly stipend of $3,500

Eligibility

Projects must take place in two to three countries in at least two different world regions.; Projects in only one world region are ineligible.; For-profit organizations cannot serve as host institutions.

Requirements

Proposed project activities must be interrelated.; Each country segment needs a defined start and end date.; Total duration must be a minimum of three months and a maximum of six months.; At least one consecutive month in each host country is required.

Application materials

Project statement explaining how segments relate to/build on each other; Award Details and Project Statement should include a proposed timeline

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