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French Studies (Arts & Humanities)

For established scholars, recent doctoral-degree recipients, and appropriately qualified professionals outside of academia.

1 grant awarded

3-6 months in France from March 2025 or September 2025 - May 2026 

 

The Fulbright US Scholars Core Program in the French Studies allows grantees to conduct research in the Humanities, Social Sciences, and Political Science (preferred topics : Anthropology, Archaeology, Architecture, Area studies, Arts, Art history, Education, Film studies, Geography, History (non-U.S.), Journalism, Language and Literature (non-U.S.), Linguistics, Music, Philosphy, Political Science, and Social Work). Grantees collaborate with colleagues from French research centers and institutes of higher education. We encourage grantees to participate in local conferences and workshops, to conduct seminars, and to share their research with colleagues at the host institution.

We expect applicants to arrange an affiliation and to solicit an invitation from a prospective host institution.

 

 
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Applications for the 2025-26 grants are due September 16, 2024.

The US Scholars Program is administered by the Institute of International Education. For further information and to apply, please consult IIE's program page

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€2600-€3000 (approx. $2,800-$3,200) per month depending on the city of placement. Additional travel allowance of €1200 (approx. $1,300) for the grantee only.Visa fees will be waived for Fulbright grantees and their accompanying dependents. The Fulbright Commission will provide support and guidance for the visa process.

 

 

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French language ability should be commensurate with the requirements of the project.

Many host institutions offer language courses.

We prefer candidates who intend to improve their French language skills.

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