From the timeless beauty of its landscapes to its vibrant cultural and intellectual life, Greece offers an inspiring setting for academic and personal growth. Through the Fulbright Greece program—including the IKY-Fulbright Research Awards for U.S. Ph.D. candidates—you can engage with faculty, researchers, and fellow students, expand your networks, and create lasting partnerships. Research your options now and don’t miss out on a life-changing experience. Follow Fulbright Greece on social media - Facebook, LinkedIn, X.
In this last month of my Fulbright, I have been happy to see that the past few months of gathering and reading sources, being exposed to the trajectory of Modern Greek literature through a university class, and being in Greece with the time to think, has clarified and hugely informed my approach to writing about Kadmo for my doctoral dissertation. Without having been exposed to these sources, I would certainly not have as grounded an approach as I do now. This has both motivated me and inspired me to continue (no small thing in a long dissertation project!)… All in all, while it is hard to believe that my grant has ended, I am happy to have gotten everything I need, and the chance to advance my project. I wouldn’t have been able to do that without this chance to study abroad on my IKY-Fulbright research grant. I am immensely grateful and feel inspired moving forward…
Carolina Eleni Theodoropoulos, recipient of the IKY-Fulbright Ph.D. Research Award, is a Ph.D. candidate at Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD. Her research in Modern Greek Literature is hosted by the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (Department of Medieval and Modern Greek Studies) and Panteion University in Athens (Department of Communication, Media and Culture).
U.S. Scholar Program
Application deadline: September 15, 2025
The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program in Greece brings together leading faculty, researchers, artists, administrators and professionals, fostering collaboration that extends far beyond their time abroad. Through research and teaching, scholars create a multiplier effect, shaping future generations and advancing global knowledge. Fulbright Greece also participates in joint programs with Iceland and Spain and multi-country awards such as the Global Scholar award. Find out more here and apply at https://fulbrightscholars.org/
This experience was both professionally and personally enriching. Teaching and conducting research in another educational system inspired me to bring those insights back to my home institution. I was grateful to share the journey with my wonderful wife and two bright children, who experienced Greece beyond tourism—interacting with locals in Greek and visiting sites like the Greek Parliament, the Parthenon, and celebrating Easter in Corfu.
(Michael Tsikerdekis, U.S. Fulbright Scholar)
Advice for Future Fulbrighters: If I could offer one piece of advice to future Fulbright scholars: embrace every opportunity to say “yes.” Yes to a research collaboration. Yes to a dinner invitation. Yes to an unplanned field trip. These are the moments that transform a grant into a life-changing experience. Being a Fulbrighter in Greece has allowed me to grow as a scientist, educator, and global citizen. The impact of this journey will stay with me far beyond my time here, and I encourage anyone considering the program to take the leap—you won’t regret it.
(Adam Leache, U.S. Fulbright Scholar)
U.S. Student Program
Application deadline: October 7, 2025
Fulbright Greece offers a variety of opportunities for the U.S. college graduate to the Master’s level students to Ph.D. Candidates. Interested in studying for your Master’s degree at a Greek State University in English? Maybe thinking of conducting research before moving on to grad school? Thinking of pursuing a career in teaching at the primary or secondary school level and would like to assistant-teach abroad? Already a Ph.D. candidate and would like to conduct research in Greece for your doctoral dissertation (don’t forget to check out the IKY-Fulbright Ph.D. Research Award). Review the possibilities here and apply at https://us.fulbrightonline.org/
The Fulbright Greece program created a very strong platform for researchers through making introductions to key experts, providing access to Greek language courses, hosting numerous cultural and historical events, and more. Fulbright Greece also developed a collegial environment amongst grantees through orientation and events held throughout the course of the program. Going forward, I hope to support collaborations between Greek universities and my home institution. I’m happy to have formed many great friendships during this program and look forward to staying in touch with fellow Fulbright Scholars, the Fulbright program, and my professors and mentors.
(Luke Campo, Greece-Turkey Joint Research Award, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA International Relations)
I have thoroughly enjoyed bridging the gap created between an ocean and learning that another culture is just as beautiful as my own. I am eager to take back all this year has taught me to my future classroom, and I will be dreaming of the day I get to return to a place I was fortunate enough to call home.
(Sara Grace Poulin (ETA), Purdue University-Main Campus, West Lafayette, IN Elementary Education)
