Fulbright-KAUTE Foundation Award
The Fulbright-KAUTE Foundation Award funds Finnish doctoral and postdoctoral research in Business, Economics, and Technology at U.S. institutions, focusing on innovation and transatlantic collaboration.
Funder: Fulbright Finland Foundation
Due Dates: May 25, 2026 (ASLA‑Fulbright Graduate Grant) | October 1, 2026 (ASLA‑Fulbright Research Grants for Junior Scholars)
Funding Amounts: Up to USD 50,000 for 3–12 months; typical top-up grants for doctoral students USD 5,000–20,000 (occasionally up to USD 30,000).
Summary: Supports Finnish doctoral students and early postdocs in Business, Economics, and Technology for research in the U.S., fostering Finnish-American collaboration and innovation.
Key Information: Applications in eligible fields are automatically considered for this award when applying to relevant Fulbright Finland programs.
Description
The Fulbright-KAUTE Foundation Award is a joint initiative by the Fulbright Finland Foundation and the KAUTE Foundation, designed to support Finnish doctoral students and young postdoctoral scholars in the fields of Business, Economics, and Technology. The award enables recipients to conduct research at U.S. universities or research institutions, with a focus on fostering transatlantic academic mobility, promoting the renewal of Finnish business and society, and advancing research in emerging fields such as cleantech, fintech, sustainable energy, e-health, e-learning, and AI. Recipients also serve as cultural ambassadors, strengthening ties between Finland and the United States.
