Fulbright-Schuman Distinguished Scholar Award at the College of Europe (COE - Bruges, Belgium)
This Fulbright-Schuman award funds an American scholar to teach or research US-EU relations, EU policy, or institutions at the College of Europe in Belgium for 3–5 months.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates: September 15, 2026 (Full application & recommender letters) | September 25, 2026 (Invitation letter, if applicable)
Funding Amounts: $5,800/month (€5,000) stipend + housing (€1,000/month value) + $2,350 (€2,000) one-time travel allowance; 3–5 months
Summary: Enables one American scholar to teach and/or conduct research at the College of Europe in Belgium on US-EU relations, EU policy, or EU institutions.
Key Information: Letter of invitation from the College of Europe is highly encouraged but not required.
Description
This award supports one American scholar to spend 3–5 months during the 2027–2028 academic year at the College of Europe in Bruges, Belgium. The scholar will conduct independent research and/or teach a course, with opportunities to co-supervise postgraduate students and participate in academic life through lectures and events. The award is part of the Fulbright-Schuman Program, which aims to foster research and study on US-EU relations, EU policy, or EU institutions. While the main affiliation must be with the College of Europe in Belgium, applicants may propose research activities in other EU Member States if coordinated with the host institution.
