Fulbright Scholar Award in All Disciplines
The Fulbright Scholar Program offers U.S. scholars the chance to teach, research, or both in any discipline at Malaysian institutions, promoting academic collaboration and cultural exchange.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates: September 15, 2026: Full application submission | September 15, 2026: Recommendation letters due | September 25, 2026: Invitation letter due
Funding Amounts: Monthly stipend of $2,054; housing allowance of $600/month or on-campus housing; relocation allowance of $1,020; round-trip airfare for grantee and up to two dependents; dependent and education allowances available; grant length 5 or 10 months.
Summary: Enables U.S. scholars to teach, research, or combine both in any discipline at Malaysian institutions, fostering academic collaboration and cultural exchange.
Key Information: Invitation letter from a Malaysian host institution is required; award is open to a broad range of academic and professional backgrounds.
Description
This award offers U.S. academics, professionals, and artists the opportunity to teach, conduct research, or undertake a combination of both at Malaysian institutions. Projects are welcome in all fields, including but not limited to STEM, business, public health, education, anthropology, environmental studies, media, and cultural studies. Scholars may mentor students, develop curricula, engage in program innovation, conduct independent or institution-aligned research, and participate in public engagement activities. The program aims to foster international collaboration, deepen cross-cultural understanding, and strengthen ties between the United States and Malaysia.
