Recruitment for all educational exchange programs is based on an open and fair national competition based on individual merit and academic excellence. Transparency in the selection process is assured through clearly defined eligibility criteria and requirements. Fulbright Greece is fully committed to recognizing the inherent dignity and value of every person and to the provision of equal rights and opportunities.
Fulbright Greece awards scholarships for study, academic research and/or lecturing, and professional development in all disciplines at various educational, cultural and research organizations in the U.S.
Please note that Fulbright Greece scholarship competitions, grants, or program components may be modified, postponed, or cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to force majeure, changes in governmental policy, public health and safety concerns or other reasons.
Fulbright is much more than a scholarship – Fulbright gives scholars the opportunity to have a transformative cultural and academic experience and provides unrivaled support both during and after the Fulbright grant period. Receiving a Fulbright Award opens many doors and offers unparalleled global networking opportunities.
Kindly refer to the respective grant category to obtain registration and application information and further details:
Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program
For faculty members, reseachers, and postdoctoral researchers holding a Ph.D., who wish to lecture and/or conduct research at universities or research institutions in the United States. A limited number of awards will be offered to arts professionals with a terminal degree and substantial experience in the field of expertise, who wish to do an individual research or art project. This program is designed for highly qualified academics, researchers and professionals, aiming to teach, conduct research, pursue career development, or engage in institutional collaboration between Greek and U.S. academic institutions and research centers. Ideally, proposed projects should encompass two or more of these aspects. Preference will be given to individuals who are likely to remain active in their field for an extended period, ensuring that the knowledge and experience gained benefit their home institutions and broader academic communities.
Fulbright Foreign Student Program: Visiting Research Students
The program targets Ph.D. candidates at Greek institutions of higher education, who wish to conduct research at universities and research centers in the United States for up to six months. This opportunity allows them to benefit from a short-term stay in the U.S. Special emphasis will be placed on the research topic, stage, and level, as well as on the detailed presentation of the project proposal. The program aims to support and enhance the mobility of Ph.D. candidates, and to promote collaboration between Greek and American universities and research centers. The State Scholarships Foundation-IKY in collaboration with Fulbright Greece offers an additional five grants to Greek Ph.D. candidates.
Fulbright Foreign Student Program: Graduate Degrees
For final-year students or students who hold a Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution of higher education in Greece and possess a superior academic record. Grants are awarded in selected fields to pursue graduate study at Master's degree level in the United States and are contributed towards the first academic year. Equal preference is given to applicants in the Humanities & Social Sciences and STEM & Business.
Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching Program for International Teachers
For Greek primary and secondary educators who hold full-time teaching positions in any subject. Primary and secondary level library media specialists, guidance counselors, curriculum specialists, special education coordinators, and other educators including administrators who work with primary and/or secondary students at least fifty percent of their time may also apply. The Fulbright DAI brings international primary and secondary teachers to the United States for a semester-long program beginning in January to pursue individual or group projects, audit courses for professional development at a host university, and observe and share their expertise with teachers and students at the host university and local primary and secondary schools.
Study of the United States Institutes for Secondary Educators
For secondary educators (senior high school) involved in the teaching of English and professionals in curriculum development, teacher training and textbook writing. Study of the United States Institutes is a five-week academic training program and its purpose is to improve the quality of teaching and enhance the development of curricula in educational institutions and school systems outside the United States. Institute programs are held at university campuses throughout the United States and focus on a particular theme or topic in American Studies.
Fulbright Schuman Program for EU Citizens
The Fulbright Schuman Program, administered by the Commission for Educational Exchange between the United States and Belgium, is jointly financed by the U.S. State Department and the Directorate-General for Education and Culture of the European Commission. The program funds pre-and post-doctoral research, and lecture proposals in the field of U.S.-EU relations, EU policy, or EU institutions for interested American and EU citizens. Successful project proposals will observe an issue of common concern from a comparative perspective and will bear significance for more than one EU member state. Candidates are responsible for organizing their own affiliation with an accredited university, vocational training/professional institution, or independent research center in the EU or the U.S.
You can locate answers to most frequently asked questions at: Questions and Answers
Scholarship recipients are announced annually during June – July and can be found on the Fulbright Scholarship Program Timeline which includes grants awarded since 1948.
Additional Information
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