Fulbright Senior Scholar Award
The Fulbright Senior Scholar Award enables experienced U.S. academics to conduct research and teaching in Turkey, fostering collaboration and institutional partnerships across all disciplines.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates: September 15, 2026 (Full application & recommendations) | September 25, 2026 (Invitation letter upload, if required)
Funding Amounts: $4,000/month stipend; plus allowances for travel ($2,000), settling-in ($750), excess baggage ($250), research ($500), housing (up to $750/month), and dependent benefits for 9-month awards.
Summary: Supports distinguished U.S. scholars with 20+ years’ experience to conduct research, teach, and build institutional ties at Turkish universities or research centers.
Key Information: PhD or terminal degree and 20+ years’ experience required; English is sufficient; invitation letter preferred but not required at application.
Description
The Fulbright Senior Scholar Award enables highly experienced U.S. academics and professionals (with at least 20 years in their field) to undertake research, teaching, or a combination of both at universities or research centers in Türkiye (Turkey). The program’s goal is to foster mutual understanding, strengthen academic collaboration, and build sustainable institutional partnerships between the U.S. and Turkish institutions. Awardees are expected to contribute significantly to their host institution and the broader community through public talks, mentoring, curriculum development, and other forms of engagement. Projects are welcomed in all disciplines, and grantees may propose their own host institution.
