Fulbright Egyptian Scholar Program – Research Grant 2026

Deadline: Oct 10, 2026

phd

NULL (duration)

fully funded

Egypt

To Apply

Please visit the application link below to apply.

Opportunity Overview

The Fulbright Egyptian Scholar Program – Research Grant is an international academic exchange opportunity that enables Egyptian scholars to conduct independent research at U.S. institutions. The program aims to strengthen academic collaboration between Egypt and the United States while advancing research quality across multiple disciplines.

📚 About the Program

The Fulbright Egyptian Scholar Program – Research Grant is sponsored by the Binational Fulbright Commission in Egypt. It provides Egyptian scholars with the opportunity to engage in advanced research at U.S. institutions, fostering academic collaboration and innovation.

🎁 Benefits

Participants in the program will receive the following benefits:

Travel allowance
Stipend
Professional allowance
Health benefits coverage

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Egyptian citizenship.
Must be residing in Egypt during the application process and throughout the selection, placement, and pre-departure processes.
Be a full-time faculty member at a university in Egypt or a full-time research member at an Egyptian research center.
Hold a Ph.D. degree.
Demonstrate excellent command of English.
Successfully complete all steps of the application, assessment, and selection process, and finalize all required procedures.
The following individuals and their immediate family members (spouses and children) are ineligible to apply during and for one year after the termination of such employment:
- Employees of the U.S. Department of State.
- Local employees of U.S. missions abroad working for the U.S. Department of State.
- Employees at organizations implementing exchange programs for the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs at the Department of State.
- Board Members or staff of a Fulbright Commission or their families (up to fourth kin).
U.S. citizens and green card holders are not eligible to apply.

📅 Application Date and Process

Application Deadline: 10 October, 2026
Interested applicants can visit the official Fulbright website to apply.

🔗 Additional Information

For detailed information about the program, visit the official Fulbright Egyptian Scholar Program – Research Grant page.

🌟 Why Apply?

This prestigious program offers a unique opportunity to enhance your research capabilities, collaborate with international scholars, and contribute to academic excellence in Egypt and beyond.

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