Fulbright-Scotland Distinguished Scholar at the University of Edinburgh, College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (All Disciplines)
This grant enables U.S. scholars to conduct interdisciplinary research, teach, and engage academically for six months at the University of Edinburgh’s College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates: September 15, 2026 (Full application) | September 15, 2026 (Recommendation letters) | September 25, 2026 (Invitation letter)
Funding Amounts: £27,500 stipend for 6 months, plus up to £1,250/month accommodation allowance, $1,500 relocation stipend, and dependent benefits available.
Summary: Six-month award for distinguished U.S. scholars to contribute to research, teaching, and academic life at the University of Edinburgh’s College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.
Key Information: U.S. citizenship and a terminal degree required; invitation letter from a host school (not IASH) is strongly preferred.
Description
This award offers distinguished U.S. scholars the opportunity to spend six months at the University of Edinburgh’s College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, based at the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities (IASH). Scholars are expected to participate actively in the intellectual and cultural life of the university, including seminars, public lectures, curriculum development, and informal engagement with students and faculty. The program encourages interdisciplinary projects and outreach to the local and academic community, fostering long-term links between U.S. and UK institutions.
