Fulbright Writer-in-Residence at Adam Mickiewicz University
The Fulbright Writer-in-Residence grant enables a published U.S. author to teach creative writing and pursue their own project at Adam Mickiewicz University in Poland, promoting literary and cultural exchange.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates: September 15, 2026: Application deadline | September 15, 2026: Recommendation letter deadline
Funding Amounts: $3,300–$4,000/month stipend (based on academic rank) for 4.5 months, plus travel, relocation, book/research, housing, dependent, and health benefits.
Summary: Enables a published U.S. author to teach creative writing and pursue their own project at Adam Mickiewicz University in Poland, fostering cultural and literary exchange.
Key Information: Award start: February 2028; all teaching is in English; housing provided by host university.
Description
This opportunity supports a published U.S. author to serve as the Fulbright Writer-in-Residence at Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań, Poland. The awardee will teach two graduate-level creative writing courses and two undergraduate mini-courses (all in English), mentor students, and work on their own creative writing project. Additional activities include participating in university and city literary events, possibly a summer school, and giving at least one public lecture or panel discussion. The program aims to deepen mutual understanding and strengthen ties between Polish and American literary communities.
