

Scholar Awards for Postdoctoral and Early Career Applicants Webinar Professionals Check out the Postdoctoral Awards in our catalog of awards.įor more information, watch the Fulbright U.S. Early Career Academics are those who have been working in the capacity of a teacher or scholar for no more than seven years. Degree conferment before the start of the award is mandatory. Postdoctoral scholars will have received a doctoral degree (Ph.D., J.D., M.D., Ed.D., etc.) within five to seven years of the fellowship start date, as noted in the award description. Although Distinguished Scholars are eligible and can apply for most of the Scholar Awards, we encourage mid-career and senior academics to view the Fulbright Distinguished Scholar Awards. View list of awards that allow for a Flex option.Ĭareer Profile Distinguished Scholar (Mid-Career/Senior Academics)ĭistinguished Scholar applicants have more than seven years of experience in their discipline or area of expertise, though some awards may further restrict eligibility.

Applicants should clearly indicate plans for Flex in their project statement and include a project timeline.

This option allows grants to be conducted over short segments, preferably during the fall and/or spring semesters. Many awards offer a Flex option which is designed for Scholars who require multiple visits to the host country. Each award outlines the duration and potential start dates.

