Monthly Announcements From the IIE / CIES
On this page you will find the monthly announcements concerning the Fulbright Scholar Program, provided by the Council for International Exchange of Scholars (CIES) and the Institute of International Education (IIE).
October 2018
2018-19 Fulbright Scholar Program Directories are LIVE
Congratulations to all of the institutions with faculty and administrators participating in the Fulbright Scholar Program this year! Please note that this listing will be updated on a weekly basis as we continue to receive grantee documents and notification from posts and commissions overseas.
Visit www.cies.org to access a list of Fulbright Scholar Program grant recipients through 2010: https://www.cies.org/fulbright-scholars
To view a list of 2018-19 grantees, please click the advance filters link to access additional filter options, such as grant year, program country, home institution or home state.
July 2018
Fulbright International Education Administrators (IEA) Seminars to India and Taiwan Deadline 8/1/18
The Fulbright International Education Administrators (IEA) Seminars are two-week in length and are designed specifically for U.S. higher education professionals. These seminars demystify higher education in the destination country and include campus visits with a cross-section of universities and colleges; briefings with faculty and administrators, government officials, and leading educational experts; and tours of historical and cultural sites.
Upcoming deadlines include:
- India – Deadline: August 1, 2018
- Taiwan – Deadline: August 1, 2018
- CCAS - Russia – Deadline: October 15, 2018
- Japan- Deadline: November 1, 2018
- Korea- Deadline: November 1, 2018
- France– Deadline: February 1, 2019
- Germany- Deadline: February 1, 2019
Grants generally include round-trip airfare, travel within the host country, lodging, and a lump sum supplement for incidentals.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens, and we encourage you to review the complete eligibility criteria, application guidelines, and review criteria on our website or email IEA@iie.org for more details.
Fulbright Scholar-In-Residence (S-I-R) Program Deadline October 15, 2018
We invite your institution to apply to host a visiting scholar on your campus through the Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence Program! Our next webinar will take place on Wednesday, September 5, 2018 from 2-3pm ET. This webinar will include an inside look at the S-I-R program and allow for applicants to ask any last minute questions. To see a full listing of our archived webinars, please visit our website.
If you have any questions, please email sir@iie.org
Application deadline is Monday October 15, 2018!
Call for Proposals & Conference Collaboration
IIE’s Outreach and Recruitment team attends over fifty conferences a year. To highlight the impact Fulbright has on campuses throughout the U.S., we look to partners in submitting proposals to promote the program and assist others in developing a Fulbright culture at their institutions.
If you’re interested in collaborating on conference proposals, please contact Peter Raucci, Outreach and Recruitment Specialist for more information and a list of potential opportunities.
Fulbright Outreach Lecturing Fund
The Fulbright Outreach Lecturing Fund is seeking to build relationships and partnerships with institutions that are currently underrepresented within the Fulbright Program as a means to promote future opportunities.
For more information on how to apply or to see list of over 440 Fulbright Visiting Scholars who will be in the United States throughout the summer, please contact us at olf@iie.org.
Fulbright Scholar Program Competition Deadline: August 1
While the deadline for most awards is August 1, a select number of awards will remain open through early September. Visit the Catalog of Awards on August 2 for more detailed information.
June 2018
Regional Highlights: East Asia & the Pacific | Europe | MENA | Western Hemisphere
East Asia & the Pacific
The East Asia and the Pacific region offers over 50 award opportunities, and close to 150 grants, for U.S. faculty, researchers, and professionals at every stage of their career through the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program.
Many awards welcome applications from any field of study, and two awards allow for multi-country opportunities within the region, the ASEAN Research Program and the Cross-Strait Studies Research Program. Awards for the 2019-2020 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program include:
- Australia: Fulbright Senior Award (Sponsored by Central Queensland University)
- China: Social Sciences, Humanities and the Arts (Research)
- Japan: Study of the United States (Teaching in Social Sciences and Humanities)
- Macao: All Disciplines
- Philippines: Agriculture and Fisheries Modernization
Application Deadline: August 1, 2018
For more information about awards to East Asia and the Pacific, visit the 2019-2020 Catalog of Awards or contact us at eastasiapacific@iie.org.
Europe
The Europe and Eurasia region offers a wide range of opportunities for U.S. academics and professionals to engage in original research and have impactful teaching experiences through the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program.
With 273 awards in 45 European and Eurasian countries, there is diverse range of opportunities: from multi-country opportunities in the European Union to discipline specific awards such as Migration Studies in Marseille, STEM opportunities in Ukraine and France, an Interfaith award in Albania to Early Career and Flex option awards. Awards for the 2019-2020 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program include:
- Belgium: Hasselt University All Disciplines Award
- Croatia: Business Administration and Economics
- Estonia: Multiple Disciplines
- France: Fulbright-Tocqueville Distinguished Chair
- Italy: Fulbright Lectureship in Sustainability & Circular Economy at the University of Bologna
- United Kingdom: Fulbright-Cancer Research UK Scholar Award
- Finland: Fulbright-Aalto University Distinguished Chair
- Iceland: Fulbright-National Science Foundation Scholar in Cyber-Security and Critical Infrastructure
Application Deadline: August 1, 2018.
For more information about awards to Europe and Eurasia, visit the 2019-2020 Catalog of Awards or contact us at EuropeEurasia@iie.org.
Middle East and North Africa (MENA)
The Fulbright U.S. Scholar program to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) offers unique opportunities for scholars to immerse themselves in one of the most dynamic cultural and social landscapes in the world. Fulbright Scholars to MENA contribute to the region’s legacy of excellence in scholarship through a wide range of awards. From pursuing postdoctoral research in Israel, to training the next generation of educators in Bahrain, to a myriad of All-Discipline awards, MENA Fulbright Scholars have a diverse range of research and teaching options at all career levels and in a variety of fields. MENA-based Fulbright Scholars may also consider a multi-country research grant and also may apply for intraregional travel grants while on the program.
- Israel: Postdoctoral Fellowship
- Qatar: All Disciplines
- Jordan: All Disciplines
- Tunisia: All Disciplines
- Egypt: American University of Cairo
Application Deadline: August 1, 2018.
For more information about awards to the MENA region, visit the 2019-2020 Catalog of Awards or contact middleeastnorthafrica@iie.org.
Western Hemisphere
The United States is linked to the countries of the Western Hemisphere by physical proximity, shared values, and vast cultural, commercial, and demographic ties. Through decades of collaboration and partnership, Western Hemisphere nations have built strong networks that facilitate the efficient movement of knowledge, ideas and technology throughout the region.
With close to 60 awards in over 30 countries there is diverse range of opportunities in the Western Hemisphere: from a series of research awards in Canada, a border award with Mexico, to a wide variety of All Disciplines awards throughout Central America and the Caribbean, and a large range of compelling opportunities throughout South America! Awards for the 2019-2020 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program include:
- Canada: Fulbright Canada Distinguished Research Chairs at Carleton University
- Mexico: Science and Technology
- Brazil: Fulbright Distinguished Chair in American Studies at the Federal University of Minas Gerais
- Chile: Fulbright Astronomy and Antarctic Studies Award (Postdoctoral Scholars/Early Career Scientists)
- Panama: Science Technology and Education
- Suriname: All Disciplines Award
- Colombia: Fulbright-Universidad Nacional de Colombia Distinguished Chair in Biodiversity and Sustainable Development
- Uruguay: Agriculture
- Trinidad and Tobago: Multiple Disciplines College of Science Technology and Applied Arts
- Haiti: All Disciplines
Application Deadline: August 1, 2018.
For more information about awards throughout the Western Hemisphere, visit the 2019-2020 Catalog of Awards or contact us at westhem@iie.org.
May 2018
Regional Highlights: South and Central Asia
The South and Central Asia region offers a wide range of opportunities for U.S. academics and professionals to engage in original research and have impactful teaching experiences through the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program.
Most of the 12 countries in this region welcome applications from any field of study through All Disciplines awards. Awards for the 2019-2020 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program include:
- India: Fulbright-Nehru awards for: Academic and Professional Excellence | Distinguished Chair
- South and Central Asia Regional Research Program
- Kazakhstan: Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- Nepal: All Disciplines (Teaching/Research)
- Maldives: All Disciplines
Application Deadline: August 1, 2018.
For more information about awards to South and Central Asia, visit the 2019-2020 Catalog of Awards or contact us at southcentralasia@iie.org.
Fulbright Program Alumni Survey
Have you received a Fulbright grant? We would like to identify and acknowledge Fulbright Scholar Liaisons who have received Fulbright grants and who continue to serve the program in the important role of Scholar Liaison.
Please fill out the following form to let us know who you are and we look forward to highlighting your experiences across the larger Fulbright community.
April 2018
Fulbright Public Policy Fellowship
The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs is excited to announce that the 2019-2020 competition for the Fulbright Public Policy Fellowship is now open. The Fulbright Public Policy Fellowship provides opportunities for early- and mid-career professionals and practitioners to serve in professional placements in a foreign government ministry or institution.
Fulbright Public Policy Fellows build their public policy knowledge, skills, and experience while providing American public policy expertise to support partner country institutions. Fellows promote long-term ties between the United States and partner countries through this flexible and innovative component of the Fulbright Program.
2019-2020 Fulbright Public Policy Fellowships are available in:
- Burma
Cote d’Ivoire
Peru
Ukraine
Find out more about the Fulbright Public Policy Fellowship by joining our webinar on May 7 at 3:30 PM ET or visiting the online Catalog of Awards. For eligibility factors, detailed application guidelines, and review criteria, please visit our website. The deadline to apply to the Fulbright Public Policy Fellowship is October 1, 2018.
Ambassador's Distinguished Scholars Program to Ethiopia
Looking for opportunities to teach and conduct research in Ethiopia? The Ambassador's Distinguished Scholars Program, a new program supported by the U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia and two Ethiopian universities, is accepting applications until May 15.
Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship and a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree. Opportunities are available in 60+disciplines, like STEM, Agriculture, English, Law, Public Health, and more. Learn more at www.iie.org/adsp.
March 2018
2019-2020 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Competition is OPEN
The Fulbright Scholar Program offers nearly 500 teaching, research or combination teaching/research awards in over 125 countries. Opportunities are available for college and university faculty and administrators as well as for professionals, artists, journalists, scientists, lawyers, independent scholars and many others.
In addition to several new program models designed to meet the changing needs of U.S. academics and professionals, Fulbright is offering more opportunities for flexible, multi-country grants.
Explore open opportunities in the Catalog of Awards. Please register your interest at My Fulbright to receive the latest program updates and announcements.
Fulbright Scholar-In-Residence (S-I-R) Program Deadline October 15, 2018
We invite your institution to apply to host a visiting scholar on your campus through the Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence Program! Our first webinar will take place on Monday, April 2, 2018 from 2-3pm ET. This webinar will include an inside look at our website and application.
We will also be joined by a previous S-I-R host, who will share their institutional experience with this program. To see a full listing of our webinars, please visit our website.
If you have any questions, please email mailto:sir@iie.orgApplication. Application deadline is Monday October 15, 2018.
Webinar Schedule LIVE through July
Visit our webinar calendar to register for webinars ranging from Opportunities in Sub-Saharan Africa to Why You Should Apply for an All Disciplines Award.
Webinars are hosted by IIE team members and program alumni, and are usually available for download 3 business days after the live broadcast.
Visit our webinar archive to access over two dozen past discussions.
February 2018
2017 Fulbright Year in Review
In 2017, Fulbrighters from all over the world made breakthrough discoveries and created meaningful connections. Click here to take a look back at the Fulbright events, stories, videos, and images that made 2017 a memorable year.
2019-2020 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Competition Will Open On March 1, 2018
We have been working closely with Fulbright Commission and Posts abroad to make improvements to this year’s award offerings, which will be available when we launch an enhanced catalog of awards.
In the meantime, please feel free to review the awards from last year's competition:
https://awards.cies.org/
This link will be updated with new awards on March 1, 2018.
Fulbright Scholar Liaison Workshops: Albuquerque, NM (4/12-4/13)
Many thanks to the institutions that participated in our inaugural Fulbright Institutional Training session in New Orleans and in Washington, DC.
We look forward to a fruitful and prosperous year ahead with your institutions!
The next training is scheduled for Albuquerque, NM from April 12-13.
These workshops are the most comprehensive training available on all Fulbright Scholar Program awards offered by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. While registration is free and breakfast and lunch is provided, institutions are expected to incur all travel costs for their representative's participation in the event.
Why should you attend the workshop?
- Explore how you can increase the number of Fulbrighters from your institution
- Become informed about trending fields and country programs within the Fulbright Program
- Learn best practices and strategies on how to promote Fulbright on your campus
- Discover how you can help faculty shape a competitive application
- Learn about the assistance and materials provided to Scholar Liaisons
- Receive a kit of promotional materials for use on your campus
- Discuss opportunities for US Scholars, Visiting Scholars and awards for US higher education institutions
And, of course, network, strategize and exchange ideas with other Liaisons from all over the country. We hope you can join us at one of these events!
To register for the joint training with the Fulbright Student Program on Thursday and Friday, April 12-13, please complete the following form: https://www.iiefeedback.org/se/61250225069BB853 no later than Monday, April 2nd 2018.
Past Announcements
Announcements from 2017 (pdf)
Announcements from 2016 (pdf)
Announcements from 2015 (pdf)
