Israel Studies Teaching Supplement
This grant funds Israeli scholars to teach Israel-focused or modern Hebrew courses at U.S. colleges, expanding undergraduate instruction about Israel’s society, culture, history, and politics.
Funder: Israel Institute
Due Dates: June 29, 2026 (Spring 2027 placement) | February 23, 2027 (Fall 2027 placement)
Funding Amounts: $2,800–$10,500 per course, depending on course length and format; single-semester support.
Summary: Supports Israeli scholars teaching Israel-focused or modern Hebrew courses at U.S. colleges and universities.
Key Information: Applicants must secure a U.S. university invitation before applying; program excludes San Diego placements.
Description
The Israel Studies Teaching Supplement provides funding to Israeli scholars to teach courses about Israel or modern Hebrew at accredited colleges and universities in the United States. The program aims to increase the availability of Israel-focused academic content, with a priority on undergraduate instruction. Courses may cover modern or ancient Israel or modern Hebrew (with a required focus on Israeli culture, society, or politics for Hebrew courses). Both in-person and online/hybrid courses are eligible, subject to minimum duration and content requirements.
