Fulbright Scholar Award (funded by The University of Notre Dame Australia)

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The Fulbright Scholar Award (funded by The University of Notre Dame Australia) enables outstanding academics from the United States to undertake research at The University of Notre Dame Australia. Proposals are sought in areas that address significant topics or issues relevant to the University of Notre Dame Australia and that foster the relationship between Australia and the United States. Recipients will spend up to four months working at one of Notre Dame Australia’s campuses across Australia, in Fremantle, Broome, or Sydney.

This scholarship supports up to two awardees annually. Applicants should ensure their proposal aligns with the research priorities of The University of Notre Dame Australia.

Please note that applicants are required to include a Letter of Invitation from the University of Notre Dame Australia with their application. This should be from your faculty host. Please contact Professor Alex Frino, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research, Partnerships and International, [email protected]. If you encounter any difficulties in obtaining a letter of invitation, please reach out to the Commission’s Programs Team via email.

About the Host

The University of Notre Dame Australia is committed to transformative research that addresses real-world challenges, improves lives, and impacts society for the common good. Building on its rich history, the University launched a new Strategic Plan in 2022, emphasizing research excellence. This plan aims to make Notre Dame as renowned for research as it is for teaching by 2026. The university’s commitment to excellence is driven by five pillars: universality, educating for the common good, transformative research, integrating practice and knowledge, and integral human development.

Scholarship Eligibility

Specific to this award:

• Must include a Letter of Invitation from The University of Notre Dame with the application
• Must be at associate or full professor level with relevant disciplinary experience

General criteria for all Fulbright Awards:

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must not be a dual citizen of Australia
• Must be residing in U.S. at the time of application
• Must not have already commenced this degree or project in Australia

Scholarship Entitlements

• A monthly stipend for a maximum of 4 months (minimum 3 months)
• An international travel entitlement
• Eligibility to apply for coverage under Australian Medicare (Scholar only)
• A limited Accident and Sickness Program for Exchanges (ASPE) Health Benefits Plan, designed by the U.S. Department of State and administered by Seven Corners, Inc. Please note this plan is NOT an insurance policy
• Orientation and networking opportunities.
• Support from the Commission prior to and during program.

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