Fulbright-University of Debrecen Scholar Award (All Disciplines)
The Fulbright-University of Debrecen Scholar Award enables U.S. scholars to teach and conduct research in any discipline at Hungary’s University of Debrecen, fostering academic and cultural exchange.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates: September 15, 2026: Full application submission deadline (5:00 PM EDT) | September 15, 2026: Recommendation letters due (5:00 PM EDT) | September 25, 2026: Invitation letter upload deadline (if applicable, 5:00 PM EDT)
Funding Amounts: $3,400–$3,600/month stipend (rank-dependent) + $225/month local allowance, housing (excluding utilities), airfare up to $2,000, settling-in allowance, dependent benefits available; 4-month grant.
Summary: Enables U.S. scholars to teach, conduct research, or both at the University of Debrecen (Hungary), fostering academic collaboration in any discipline.
Key Information: PhD or terminal degree required; English sufficient for teaching; invitation letter preferred.
Description
The Fulbright-University of Debrecen Scholar Award provides U.S. academics the opportunity to teach, conduct research, or combine both activities at the University of Debrecen, one of Hungary’s leading higher education and research institutions. Scholars may design and teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses, advise students, support curriculum and faculty development, and pursue independent or collaborative research projects across any discipline. The program encourages engagement with the university and the local community through mentoring, public talks, outreach, and guest lectures. The award aims to promote mutual understanding and academic exchange between the U.S. and Hungary.
