All Disciplines - Egypt
The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program supports American scholars to teach, research, or both at Egyptian institutions in any field, fostering academic collaboration and cultural exchange.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates: September 15, 2026 (full application & recommenders) | September 25, 2026 (invitation letter upload)
Funding Amounts: $4,050–$4,250/month stipend + $500/month maintenance; housing, travel, relocation, dependent, and tuition allowances; 3–9 months
Summary: Supports U.S. scholars in any discipline to teach, research, or both at Egyptian universities and research institutions, fostering academic collaboration and cultural exchange.
Key Information: Invitation letter is optional but can be uploaded until Sept 25, 2026; English is sufficient for teaching, but research may require Arabic or justification.
Description
The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program (All Disciplines – Egypt) offers U.S. citizens the opportunity to teach, conduct research, or combine both activities at Egyptian public or private universities and research institutions. Projects are welcomed in any academic field, and scholars can tailor their activities to include classroom teaching, curriculum development, student mentoring, faculty consultation, and independent research. The program is designed to promote academic collaboration and mutual understanding between the United States and Egypt, with scholars expected to contribute to the host community through public talks, seminars, and workshops. Robust institutional support is provided, including assistance with affiliation, travel, housing, and arrival logistics.
