Research Fellowships for PhD Students (One Semester)
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Research Fellowships for PhD Students (One Semester) support U.S. doctoral students' self-directed research in Israel to advance knowledge and strengthen mutual understanding between the two countries.
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Funder: Fulbright Israel
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Hosting commitment) | October 2027 (Application)
Funding Amounts: $11,800 living stipend plus up to $1,200 airfare reimbursement for one academic semester
Summary: Supports U.S. PhD students’ self-directed research at accredited Israeli higher education institutions and mutual understanding between the United States and Israel.
Key Information: Applicants must independently arrange an Israeli host institution and faculty adviser; individuals already residing in Israel are ineligible.
Description
Fulbright Israel supports one academic semester of self-directed research in Israel for students with a PhD in progress. The program plans to offer up to seven awards. Fellows develop projects that draw on local resources, including independent library, archival or field research, consultations with local professors, or a combination of these activities. Research takes place at an accredited Israeli institution of higher education.
The fellowship combines independent inquiry with international exchange. Fellows have opportunities to meet and work with local professionals and experts, sharing daily life alongside professional and creative experiences. The program emphasizes innovation, academic excellence, leadership promise, and the potential to advance knowledge while strengthening mutual understanding between the peoples of the United States and Israel.
