Open Study/Research Fellowship
Open Study/Research Fellowship supports research students in self-designed projects in Israel to advance knowledge, gain international experience, and strengthen understanding between the U.S. and Israel.
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Funder: Fulbright Israel
Due Dates: October 6, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time (National deadline) | October 7, 2026 (Fulbright Israel deadline) | February 28, 2026 (Hosting commitment)
Funding Amounts: $28,800 living stipend plus up to $1,200 airfare reimbursement for nine months; additional tuition and medical benefits
Summary: Supports self-designed research in Israel that advances knowledge, builds international experience, and strengthens U.S.–Israel understanding.
Key Information: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, must not already reside in Israel, and must arrange their own Israeli institutional affiliation.
Description
Fulbright Israel plans to award up to three fellowships to research students for the 2027–2028 academic year. Fellows design their own projects at accredited Israeli higher education institutions, using local resources to advance their research and gain international experience. Activities may include independent library, archival, or field research, consultations with local professors, or a combination of these approaches.
The program supports academic excellence, leadership promise, and the potential to advance knowledge while enhancing mutual understanding between the United States and Israel. Its exchange mission extends beyond research: fellows meet local professionals and experts, share daily life and professional or creative experiences, and engage with the host community. Public talks, student mentoring, and cultural and academic events complement the primary research project.
