Laszlo Orszagh Distinguished Award in American Studies
The Fulbright Scholar Program funds U.S. scholars to teach and collaborate in American Studies at Hungarian universities, promoting academic exchange and mutual understanding between the U.S. and Hungary.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates: September 15, 2026 (Full application & recommendations, 5:00 PM EDT) | September 25, 2026 (Invitation letter, 5:00 PM EDT)
Funding Amounts: $5,500/month stipend, ~$900/month local allowance, up to $2,000 travel, dependent benefits available; award length 4 months.
Summary: Enables U.S. scholars to teach and collaborate at Hungarian universities, advancing academic exchange in American Studies.
Key Information: PhD (or terminal degree) and significant teaching experience required; English is sufficient for teaching.
Description
This award supports U.S. scholars in teaching and/or conducting research at Hungarian universities with robust American Studies programs. Scholars typically teach one lecture or seminar course per semester at the undergraduate or graduate level, with flexibility to design their own courses or follow host curricula. Activities may include mentoring students, assisting with curriculum and program development, overseeing student research and theses, participating in departmental projects, and engaging in community outreach. The program aims to foster academic exchange and mutual understanding between the U.S. and Hungary, and scholars are encouraged to give public talks, participate in cultural enrichment, and collaborate with Hungarian faculty and students. Fields of interest include history, literature, art history, philosophy, political science, sociology, and religious studies within American Studies.
