Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Full application) | September 2027 (Invitation letter)
Funding Amounts: €26,000 stipend plus €1,100 travel allowance; listed award length is four months
Summary: Supports teaching and interdisciplinary cultural heritage research at host institutions in Italy.
Key Information: U.S. citizenship, a terminal degree, and an invitation from an Italian host institution are required.
Description
This Fulbright Distinguished Scholar award supports mid-career and senior academics and experienced professionals undertaking teaching and research in cultural heritage in Italy. Offered through the Fulbright Scholar Program with the U.S.-Italy Fulbright Commission, it supports work across the humanities, conservation and restoration, social sciences, architecture, landscape and urban studies, museum and archival studies, and science and technology. Topics include archaeology, art history, heritage management, conservation science, digital humanities, geographic information systems, and remote sensing.
Scholars teach in their specialization, preferably at graduate level, and pursue research, professional, or artistic projects. They also mentor students and contribute to faculty, curriculum, or program development. Engagement through seminars, workshops, public talks, and host-community activities advances Fulbright’s goal of strengthening relationships and international understanding. Affiliation with institutions in Southern Italy is encouraged.
