The Fulbright-Carlos Rico Award for North American Studies by Fulbright Canada supports collaborative, cross-border research and academic exchange on key North American issues in Canada and Mexico.
Funder: Fulbright Canada
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027
Funding Amounts: US$12,500 per semester in Canada plus US$12,500 per semester in Mexico; grants are 4–10 months, with preference for longer terms.
Summary: Supports collaborative research and academic exchange in Canada and Mexico to advance trilateral North American scholarship and cooperation.
Key Information: Applicants must spend equal time in both countries and secure host affiliations in Canada and Mexico.
The Fulbright-Carlos Rico Award for North American Studies, administered by Fulbright Canada, is designed to foster collaboration among leading scholars from the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The award supports research, curriculum development, faculty and program development, and organization of seminars or workshops, with the goal of strengthening trilateral relationships and addressing issues of shared importance to the region. Projects may be disciplinary or interdisciplinary but must demonstrate clear collaborative value and relevance to North America. Recipients are also expected to engage with local communities through public talks and student mentorship, furthering international understanding and cooperation.