Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Application) | September 2027 (Recommendations) | September 2027 (Invitation letter)
Funding Amounts: US$12,500 per semester or US$25,000 per academic year (4–9 months); Flex: US$6,250 per two-month segment
Summary: Supports U.S. scholars combining research in Canada with entrepreneurship, innovation, and projects with significant social impact.
Key Information: Canadian permanent residents and applicants residing in Canada at application or thereafter are ineligible.
Description
The Fulbright Canada Entrepreneurship Initiative’s American Scholar award combines academic exchange with support for translating research into practical ventures. Offered through Fulbright Canada and the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program, it supports research, teaching/research, and professional projects across all disciplines. Projects should relate to Canada or Canada–U.S. relations, with particular interest in contemporary issues affecting the two countries and innovative ideas with significant social impact.
Scholars collaborate with Canadian hosts, engage students and local communities, and explore commercialization, policy innovation, social enterprise, or other applied outcomes. Entrepreneurial support includes StartupScience.IO tools and guidance, Alacrity Canada accelerator access, mentorship, venture development, investor-readiness training, and connections with entrepreneurs and innovation leaders. The exchange also aims to strengthen international understanding and cooperation.
