Fulbright Scholar Awards (General Category)

The Australian-American Fulbright Commission annually offers a number of Scholar Awards to U.S. senior academics and appropriately qualified candidates.

Recipients of the Fulbright Scholar Awards support research project undertaken at an Australian institution. Other activities may include consulting on curriculum, participating in graduate/faculty seminars and giving guest lectures. All applicants should demonstrate plans for some interaction with host institution faculty and students.

Specialisation

These awards are available in any field/discipline.

Scholarship Eligibility

Specific to this award:

• Must include a Letter of Invitation from the proposed Australian host institution 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
• Scholars accompanied by eligible dependents may receive one, one-time dependent allowance (conditions apply)
• 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.
• Support from the Fulbright Commission to assist with administration, visas and general enquiries.
• Dependents of scholars who will be enrolled in the Australian public school system in grades K-12 may have tuition fees waived.
• Orientation and networking opportunities.
• Support from the Commission prior to and during program.

Contact Information

Fulbright U.S. Scholar Outreach and Recruitment

Please contact the Fulbright scholarships team for any queries related to entitlements or application processes via fulbright@fulbright.org.au

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