Foreign Language Teaching Assistant
The Fulbright FLTA Program enables young native Arabic or Hebrew speakers from Israel to teach their language and engage in cultural exchange at U.S. universities for one academic year.
Funder: Fulbright Israel
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (earliest submission) | December 2026 (final deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to 5 awards; covers monthly stipend, tuition, fees, housing, round-trip airfare, and health insurance for a 9-month academic year.
Summary: Enables young native Arabic or Hebrew speakers from Israel to teach their language and participate in cultural exchange at U.S. universities for one academic year.
Key Information: Applicants must be Israeli citizens, native speakers of Arabic or Hebrew, and may not hold U.S. citizenship or permanent residency.
Description
The Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program provides young native Arabic or Hebrew speakers from Israel the opportunity to teach their language at U.S. colleges and universities for one academic year (9 months). In addition to teaching, fellows enroll in academic courses, participate in cultural exchange, and are expected to return home as educators and cultural ambassadors. The program aims to strengthen language instruction in the U.S. and foster mutual understanding between the U.S. and Israel. Participation does not lead to an academic degree.
