All Disciplines - Uganda
The Fulbright Scholar Program supports U.S. scholars to teach, research, or undertake creative projects in any discipline at Ugandan institutions, fostering academic exchange and international collaboration.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates: September 15, 2026: Full application deadline | September 15, 2026: Recommendation letters deadline | September 25, 2026: Invitation letter upload deadline
Funding Amounts: Monthly stipend $5,170–$7,360 plus relocation, research, and dependent allowances; grants are 6 or 10 months.
Summary: Supports U.S. scholars to teach, research, or undertake professional projects in any discipline at Ugandan institutions, fostering academic exchange and collaboration.
Key Information: English is sufficient; invitation letter from host is highly encouraged but not required at application.
Description
This prestigious award provides U.S. academics, professionals, and artists the opportunity to spend six or ten months in Uganda, engaging in teaching, research, or professional/creative projects at universities, research centers, museums, or other relevant organizations. Scholars may propose their own host institution and projects in any discipline. Activities may include teaching undergraduate or graduate courses, curriculum development, mentoring, collaborating on research, or executing projects in the creative arts, technology, and innovation. Engagement with the local community through talks, mentoring, and outreach is encouraged to advance the Fulbright mission of international understanding.
