Fulbright Tasmania Scholarship
The Fulbright Tasmania Scholarship enables Tasmanian-connected researchers to undertake US-based research projects that deliver clear benefits to Tasmania and foster international research collaboration.
Funder: Fulbright Australia
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Monthly stipend (per US State Dept. rates) + airfare up to AUD$4,000 + settling-in allowance (USD$1,393) + health benefits + orientation and visa support; typical duration: 4–8 months.
Summary: Supports Tasmanian-connected researchers to undertake research in the US that benefits Tasmania and fosters international collaboration.
Key Information: This is a forecasted cycle—dates and details may shift; research must clearly benefit Tasmania.
Description
The Fulbright Tasmania Scholarship, funded by the Tasmanian Government and the University of Tasmania, enables outstanding Australian researchers with a connection to Tasmania to undertake research in the United States. The scholarship is designed to strengthen research ties between Tasmania and the US, expand recipients’ professional and cultural horizons, and ensure that the benefits of the research are shared with the Tasmanian community upon return. The award is open to postgraduate visiting student researchers, postdoctoral researchers, and scholars, with a clear emphasis on research programs directly relevant to Tasmania.
