Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program for Indonesian Academics and Professionals

Deadline: 02-Nov-2026

The Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program offers Indonesian academics and professionals with a doctoral degree or equivalent professional experience an opportunity to conduct research at an accredited university or non-profit research institute in the United States for three to six months. The programme promotes international academic exchange, supports the professional development of Indonesian scholars, and encourages cross-cultural understanding through research collaboration with distinguished US-based academic and research partners.

About the Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program

The Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program is designed to strengthen academic and professional connections between Indonesia and the United States. Through the programme, selected Indonesian scholars can undertake research in collaboration with counterparts at accredited US universities or non-profit research institutes.

The programme aims to:

- Support the professional development of Indonesian academics and professionals. - Encourage international research collaboration. - Strengthen academic exchange between Indonesia and the United States. - Promote cross-cultural understanding through scholarly interaction. - Provide scholars with opportunities to advance their research. - Encourage researchers to complete and publish their work after returning to Indonesia. Research Period The grant supports research projects lasting between three and six months in the United States. Applicants should propose research that can realistically be completed within the selected period. The minimum grant period is three months, while the maximum is six months. Start dates are coordinated with the host US university or research institution. What Research Projects Are Expected? Applicants are expected to develop a clearly defined research project that can be realistically conducted during their stay in the United States. The proposed research should have a clear purpose, feasible research activities, and an achievable timeline. Applicants should also demonstrate how the research will contribute to their professional development and how they intend to continue the work after returning to Indonesia. The programme particularly encourages scholars who plan to complete and publish their research following their return. Research Collaboration in the United States Applicants must identify a potential US research partner or institution before applying. The host institution should provide an appropriate environment for the proposed research. Potential research partners may include accredited universities or non-profit research institutes in the United States. A suitable research partnership can help applicants gain access to relevant academic expertise, research facilities, laboratories, or scholarly networks. What Does the Fulbright Grant Provide? Successful applicants receive financial and professional support for their research period in the United States.

The grant provides:

- A monthly stipend. - A direct-flight, round-trip economy class air ticket. - A professional allowance. - A settling-in allowance. - Qualifying university laboratory and research fees, when necessary. The support is intended to help scholars undertake their research while managing essential costs associated with their temporary research placement. Dependent Support The programme does not provide dependent support. Applicants who have dependents should therefore make their own arrangements for any additional costs associated with accompanying family members. Who Can Apply? The programme is intended for Indonesian academics and professionals who meet the required academic, professional, citizenship, residency, English-language, and host-institution requirements.

Applicants must:

- Be Indonesian citizens. - Reside in Indonesia throughout the selection process. - Hold a doctoral degree or have equivalent professional experience. - Demonstrate sufficient English proficiency for conducting research. - Identify a potential US research partner or institution. Doctoral Degree or Equivalent Professional Experience Applicants are expected to hold a doctoral degree or demonstrate equivalent professional experience. This requirement recognizes both established academics and qualified professionals whose experience provides an appropriate foundation for advanced research. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their expertise and ability to undertake the proposed research successfully. English Language Requirement Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency sufficient to conduct their proposed research in the United States. Adequate English skills are important because scholars may need to communicate with research partners, participate in academic discussions, access research resources, and conduct other scholarly activities during their stay. US Research Partner or Host Institution Applicants must have identified a potential research partner or institution in the United States. The proposed host should be appropriate for the applicant’s research project and provide the academic or research environment needed to complete the proposed work. Applicants should therefore carefully consider how their proposed US collaboration supports their research objectives. Who Is Not Eligible? Certain applicants are excluded from the programme.

The following individuals are ineligible:

- Applicants currently residing in the United States. - Recent Fulbright grantees. - Individuals with recent J-1 visas in the professor or research scholar category. - Applicants who do not meet the programme’s Indonesian citizenship and residency requirements. These restrictions are intended to maintain the programme’s focus on international academic exchange and research opportunities for eligible Indonesian scholars based in Indonesia. Applicants Currently in the United States Individuals who are currently in the United States are not eligible to apply. Applicants must be residing in In