ASLA-Fulbright Research Grants for Junior Scholars
The ASLA-Fulbright Research Grants for Junior Scholars by Fulbright Finland Foundation fund early-career Finnish researchers to pursue research at U.S. institutions and foster international academic exchange.
Funder: Fulbright Finland Foundation
Due Dates: October 1, 2026: Full application deadline (applications due by Finnish time 23:59)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000/month for up to 6 months (max $30,000); stays up to 12 months possible with additional funding.
Summary: Supports early-career Finnish researchers to conduct research at U.S. institutions and serve as cultural ambassadors, co-funded by Fulbright Finland and participating Finnish universities.
Key Information: Applicants must be affiliated with a participating cost-share Finnish university and have completed their doctorate within 4 years.
Description
This program enables early-career Finnish researchers to undertake research projects at U.S. universities or research institutions for periods of 3–12 months. Grantees are expected to act as cultural ambassadors, strengthening academic and cultural ties between Finland and the United States. The grant is co-funded by the Fulbright Finland Foundation and the applicant’s home university, and it provides not only financial support but also orientation, advising, visa sponsorship, and access to a global alumni network. Both research-only and research/teaching combinations are supported, with flexible arrangements for teaching hours.
