Fulbright-University of Vaasa Scholar Award
The Fulbright-University of Vaasa Scholar Award funds U.S. scholars to conduct research and some teaching in any field at the University of Vaasa, Finland, for 3–12 months, promoting international academic collaboration.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates: September 15, 2026 (full application & recommendations) | September 25, 2026 (invitation letter)
Funding Amounts: 4,000 EUR/month (approx. $4,700 USD) plus free housing, travel (up to $1,800), and permit allowance; 3–12 months; up to 4 awards
Summary: Supports U.S. scholars to conduct research and some graduate/doctoral lecturing at the University of Vaasa, Finland, in any field represented by the university or its multidisciplinary platforms.
Key Information: PhD and several years of experience required; invitation letter from University of Vaasa is mandatory.
Description
This award enables U.S. scholars to conduct high-quality research and some graduate or doctoral-level lecturing at the University of Vaasa in Finland for periods of 3–12 months. Open to all fields represented by the university’s four schools—Accounting and Finance, Management, Marketing and Communication, and Technology and Innovations—or its four multidisciplinary research platforms (VEBIC, Digital Economy, InnoLab, Preparedness and Resilience), the award aims to foster international academic collaboration, promote innovation, and strengthen U.S.–Finland ties. In addition to research and teaching, scholars are encouraged to engage with the university community through public talks and mentoring.
