Study Visits for Academics - Artists and Architects
The Study Visits for Academics - Artists and Architects grant from DAAD USA funds short-term research and creative collaborations in the arts and architecture at German universities.
Funder: German Academic Exchange Service USA
Due Dates: July 31, 2026: Application deadline for funding from February 2027 | November 16, 2026: Application deadline for funding from June 2027
Funding Amounts: €2,000/month for assistant teachers, assistant professors, and lecturers; €2,150/month for professors; plus travel allowance; duration 1–3 months.
Summary: Supports short-term study visits by university teachers in the arts and architecture for collaborative artistic projects at German universities.
Key Information: Funding may be claimed only once every three years; health insurance coverage in Germany is mandatory.
Description
This program, funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and the German Federal Foreign Office, is designed to foster international artistic collaborations. It provides university teachers in fields such as architecture, fine art, film, design, performing arts, and music with the opportunity to undertake short-term study visits (1–3 months) at state or state-recognized universities in Germany. The grant supports creative projects and knowledge exchange with German host institutions, aiming to strengthen cross-border academic and artistic partnerships.
