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Fulbright Scholar Award (funded by the University of Wollongong)

Fulbright Scholar Award

Funded by the University of Wollongong

About the Award

The Fulbright Scholar Award (funded by the University of Wollongong) enables outstanding U.S. academics to undertake research in areas of mutual benefit to Australia and the United States. This award is open to academics at the level of associate or full professor. Awardees will spend four months working in Wollongong, one of Australia’s most picturesque university locations, conveniently located 60 minutes from Sydney.

Contact Information

Please note that applicants are required to include a Letter of Invitation from the University of Wollongong with their application. Contact the Office of Student Mobility ([email protected]) to discuss projects and obtain the required letter

Fulbright U.S. Scholar Outreach and Recruitment: Institute of International Education (IIE), East Asia and the Pacific enquiries: [email protected]

Eligibility

General Criteria

Must be a U.S. citizen.

Must not be a dual citizen of Australia.

Must be residing in the U.S. at the time of application (exceptions may apply – please see Eligibility and Conditions).

Must not have already commenced this project in Australia.

Award Criteria

Must have a letter of invitation from the University of Wollongong.

Must be at associate or full professor level with relevant disciplinary experience.

This award is available in any field/discipline.

Benefits

Monthly Stipend:

For a maximum period of 4 months.

International Travel Allowance:

Round-trip, economy class airfare directly to and from the scholar’s home city and the city of the host institution (capped at AUD$4,000).

Australian Medicare:

Eligibility to apply for coverage (awardee only, not dependents).

Accident and Sickness Program for Exchanges (ASPE):

A limited 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.