Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program | Study In Romania

Introduction.

The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program offers some of the most renowned scholarships all over the world and the 2020-21 edition has started in Romania. Grant activity includes teaching courses and seminars at the undergraduate and graduate level with a special emphasis on practical applications.

Scholars will also get the chance to assist with curriculum development and other activities as requested by the program.

One of the biggest advantages that scholars will be able to benefit from is the chance to give public talks, mentor students and engage with the host community alongside their primary activities.

Not just that, but the prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program is designed to expand and strengthen the relationships between the people of the United States and citizens from other nations such as Romania in this case.

Grant Length and Dates

The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program 2020-21 in Romania will last three to five months. The grants begin in October (fall semester) or February  (spring semester).

Locations:

• Bucharest: Bucharest Polytechnic University; National School of Political Science and Public Administration; University of Bucharest
• Cluj-Napoca: Babes-Bolyai University; Technical University of Cluj-Napoca
• Constanta: Ovidius University
• Iasi: Alexandru Ioan Cuza University; Technical University Gheorghe Asachi of Iasi
• Timisoara: Timisoara Polytechnic University; University of the West

Supported Disciplines:

1. Communications;
2. Computer Science;
3. Information Sciences;
4. Law;
5. Mathematics;
6. Political Science;
7. Public Administration;
8. Specialization: Candidates are sought in all appropriate disciplines including but not limited to a digital society, digital humanities, the new media, Science, Technology, and Society (STS), or cybersecurity.

Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program 2021 in Romania – Benefits:

• Monthly base stipend: $2,640-$2,860
• Living: $250-$450 per month, based on the number of accompanying dependents.
• Estimated Travel and Relocation Allowance: Starting from $3,200, plus $2,200 travel allowance for each of accompanying dependents, to a maximum of $7,600.
• Special Award Benefits: Benefits include an additional monthly stipend of RON 3,200 (approximately $700, depending on the exchange rate), as well as a housing allowance of $680-$900 per month, based on the number of accompanying dependents.

Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program 2021 in Romania – Criteria:

• A letter of invitation is preferred
• All teaching and research will be in English; proficiency in another language is not required.
• Open to academics and appropriately qualified professionals outside of academia

Eligible Regions: United States

Deadline and Official Letter

We are advising all scholars to hurry up and apply because the deadline is very close!. In addition, scholars can visit the OFFICIAL WEBSITE in order to find out more information.