Distinguished Scholar Fellowship
The Fulbright Distinguished Scholar Fellowship enables senior U.S. academics and professionals to conduct research and/or teach at Israeli universities for four months, advancing U.S.-Israel academic collaboration.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates: September 15, 2026 (Full application & recommendations) | September 25, 2026 (Invitation letter upload)
Funding Amounts: $6,000–$7,000/month for 4 months, plus up to $1,700 travel allowance and dependent benefits; up to 8 awards
Summary: Enables senior U.S. academics and professionals to undertake research and/or teaching at Israeli higher education institutions for four months, fostering U.S.-Israel academic collaboration.
Key Information: Invitation letter from Israeli host (with $2,000 host contribution) required at application.
Description
The Distinguished Scholar Fellowship provides up to eight senior faculty members, experienced professionals, or accomplished artists/writers the opportunity to spend four months at an accredited Israeli institution of higher education during the 2027–28 academic year. Fellows may pursue research, teaching, or a combination of both, with projects either self-designed or designated by the host institution. The program supports all academic disciplines and aims to foster academic exchange and collaboration between the U.S. and Israel. Fellows are expected to engage in mentoring, curriculum development, and community activities, contributing to the broader mission of the Fulbright Program to promote international understanding.
