Fulbright Scholar Awards to the USA
The Fulbright Scholar Awards to the USA enable UK academics and professionals to pursue research or lecturing at US universities, fostering transatlantic scientific and scholarly collaboration.
Funder: United States-United Kingdom Fulbright Commission
Due Dates: November 2, 2026 (Full application and references due by 5pm GMT)
Funding Amounts: Monthly stipend (typically $5,000/month) for 3–6 months; some partner awards may fund up to an academic year; 10–12 awards annually.
Summary: Enables UK-based academics and professionals to lecture or conduct research at accredited US universities, fostering transatlantic academic and cultural exchange.
Key Information: Applicants must arrange their own US host affiliation; all materials and references due by deadline.
Description
This program provides UK-based academics and professionals with the opportunity to spend time at accredited US universities for research and/or lecturing in any discipline. The awards are part of the Fulbright Visiting Scholar Programme and are designed to promote mutual understanding between the UK and the USA through academic and cultural exchange. Recipients receive generous financial, logistical, and professional support, and become part of an international Fulbright alumni network.
