Fulbright-University of Vaasa Scholar Award
Forecasted
Fulbright-University of Vaasa Scholar Award supports U.S. scholars’ research and optional teaching in Finland to exchange knowledge, strengthen institutional ties, and foster international understanding.
Funder: Fulbright Finland Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: €4,000 monthly for 3–12 months, plus $1,800 travel allowance, housing, and residence-permit support
Summary: Supports U.S. scholars conducting research, with optional graduate or doctoral teaching, at the University of Vaasa in Finland.
Key Information: U.S. citizenship, a Ph.D., and a host invitation are required; Finnish residents are ineligible.
Description
Jointly funded by the Fulbright Finland Foundation and the University of Vaasa, this award supports high-quality research visits lasting 3–12 months. Scholars may undertake research alone or combine research with teaching. Lecturing at the graduate or doctoral level is encouraged. Projects must connect with fields represented by the university’s four schools or four multidisciplinary research platforms.
The university combines business and technology expertise, with research focused on energy transition, business renewal, and societal transformation. Its research platforms connect disciplinary expertise with global trends to advance multidisciplinary, cross-disciplinary, and interdisciplinary work. The award also supports Fulbright’s goals of exchanging knowledge and professional talent, strengthening institutional relationships between Finland and the United States, and promoting international understanding and cooperation.
