All Disciplines
Forecasted
All Disciplines supports U.S. scholars and professionals teaching and developing academic programs in Turkmenistan to strengthen university education, international understanding, and cooperation.
This grant was recently updated
Applications for All Disciplines in Turkmenistan are now marked closed, replacing the previously listed September 15, 2026 deadline.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Full application and recommendations)
Funding Amounts: $4,940–$5,660 monthly for 4 or 9 months, plus travel, materials, and eligible dependent benefits
Summary: Supports U.S. scholars and professionals teaching and assisting academic development at an English-medium university in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan.
Key Information: Do not contact prospective host institutions or seek an invitation letter; the U.S. Embassy arranges affiliations.
Description
This Fulbright U.S. Scholar teaching award supports university instruction and faculty, curriculum, and/or program development in Turkmenistan. Scholars teach two to three undergraduate courses per semester, using seminar or lecture formats, at an English-medium university in Ashgabat. The U.S. Embassy’s Public Diplomacy Section coordinates placement according to the scholar’s specialization, subject to approval by the Government of Turkmenistan.
All disciplines are considered. Particularly welcome fields include STEM, oil and gas, international public and private law, international economy, trade, finance, and international business and management. Beyond classroom teaching, scholars may mentor students, give public presentations, offer guest lectures, and participate in American Center activities. These exchanges aim to strengthen relationships between people in the United States and Turkmenistan and promote international understanding and cooperation.
