Fulbright - Széchenyi István University Scholar Award
The Fulbright - Széchenyi István University Scholar Award supports U.S. scholars in teaching and research at SZE in Hungary, promoting academic exchange and collaborative research.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates: September 15, 2026: Full application & recommender letters due | September 25, 2026: Invitation letter upload deadline
Funding Amounts: $3,400–$3,600/month stipend (4 months); up to $2,000 travel; housing provided; dependent and settling-in allowances available
Summary: Enables U.S. scholars to teach and/or conduct research at Széchenyi István University in Hungary, fostering academic exchange and community engagement.
Key Information: Invitation letter is preferred but not required; teaching is in English; up to 2 awards available.
Description
This award supports U.S. scholars to teach and/or conduct research at Széchenyi István University (SZE) in Győr, Hungary, through the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program. Scholars may teach undergraduate or graduate courses, mentor students, advise on curriculum development, and pursue independent or collaborative research. Active engagement in the university and local community (e.g., guest lectures, outreach, meeting Fulbright alumni) is encouraged. SZE is noted for strong industry ties (notably with Audi Hungaria), interdisciplinary innovation, and its commitment to internationalization, offering 59 English-taught programs and extensive research collaborations.
