Specialist Program
The Fulbright Specialist Program supports U.S. experts collaborating with Israeli institutions on short-term projects in education, training, and capacity building, but does not fund research.
Funder: Fulbright Israel
Due Dates: Rolling deadline (applications accepted year-round)
Funding Amounts: Up to 8 awards; specialist receives round-trip airfare and $200/day honorarium for 2–6 weeks; host institution covers lodging, meals, and in-country transportation.
Summary: Connects U.S. faculty and professionals with overseas institutions for short-term (2–6 week) collaborative projects in education, training, and institutional development.
Key Information: Research is not funded; preference given to candidates without prior Israel experience.
Description
The Fulbright Specialist Program enables U.S. academics and professionals to engage in short-term (2–6 week) collaborative projects at institutions abroad, including universities, NGOs, cultural centers, and government agencies. Projects focus on education, training, curriculum development, institutional planning, faculty development, and related activities. The initiative is designed to foster international collaboration, knowledge exchange, and capacity building in diverse fields such as agriculture, education, engineering, law, health, and more. Research activities are not supported under this program.
