Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program 2026-2027 application now open until September 15, 2025

For support or to discuss your questions and ideas about your Fulbright Scholar or Specialist application, please reach out to Alia Gilbrecht-Hindi, Assistant Director for Global Initiatives.

Fulbright Scholar Program:

Faculty who are U.S. citizens and would like to participate in teaching/research with an institution abroad should consider applying for a Fulbright Scholar Award. Program length ranges from 2-12 months and applications are due in September each year. For current program information and application guidelines, please visit the Fulbright Scholar website. 

Fulbright Specialist Program:

Faculty who are U.S. citizens and would like to participate in short-term academic projects abroad should consider applying for a Fulbright Specialist award. Program length ranges from 2-6 weeks and applications are due on a rolling basis (every two months). For current program information and application guidelines, please visit the Fulbright Specialist website. 

Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program:

Faculty and departments who would like to host an international scholar at the University of Houston can encourage potential visitors to apply for the Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program through their home country's Fulbright commission or the public affairs section of the U.S. Embassy in their home country. Faculty should contact ISSSO for support with the Fulbright sponsored J1 visas and sample invitation letter guidance. ISSSO is the main contact on campus for visiting international scholars.
 

Click here to view the list of UH Faculty who have received a Fulbright Award.

These faculty are a great resource for anyone looking to apply for a Fulbright Award.