Fulbright Program France┋Grand Est Regional Award

Award Details

SCHOLARS SELECTED FOR THIS AWARD WILL BE REQUIRED TO Conduct a research project of the applicant’s choosing

In addition to being a prestigious academic exchange program, the Fulbright Program is designed to expand and strengthen relationships between the people of the United States and citizens of other nations and to promote international understanding and cooperation. To support this mission, Fulbright Scholars may be asked to give public talks, mentor students, and otherwise engage with the host community, in addition to their primary activities‎.

Award Activity

Conduct research at any university or research center in the Grand Est region of France. Major cities include: Strasbourg, Mulhouse, Reims, Metz, Nancy, Troyes, Châlons-en-Champagne.

The region is well-known for its strong emphasis on research and innovation. The University of Strasbourg is one of the few universities to have been awarded the competitive “Initiatives of Excellence” label from the French government. The University of Lorraine and other institutions of higher education and research make up a prestigious I-SITE (nationally-funded research cluster) with an overall focus on how engineering can address major social and economic challenges.

Locations

Location Selection: Applicant may propose an appropriate host

Locations Detail

Universities or research centers in the French region of Grand Est. 

For a map of Grand Est, see the following link. For more information about Grand Est, see the Regional Council website and this short video (in English). Grantees are expected to reside in Grand Est for the duration of the award.

Grand Est is home to champagne and other famous wines, and is known for its local cuisine, natural beauty (mountain ranges and forests), sites of historical importance (including Reims Cathedral and First World War memorials in Verdun), museums, and charming timbered houses. Grand Est is the only part of France to border four European countries: Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, and Luxembourg.

Areas of Interest

Research projects that focus on digital, industrial, environmental/energy transition, and health – areas of great potential for development in the region – are particularly appreciated.

For more information on Grand Est’s strengths in research, see the Regional Council website (in English).

All applicants must meet the Program eligibility requirements (click to review the requirements).

Citizenship/Residency Requirement

• Applicants residing in the award country at the time of application or thereafter are not eligible to apply for this award.
• Permanent residents of the award country are not eligible to apply for this award.

Invitation Requirement

• A letter of invitation is required.
• Invitation Requirement Additional Information
• Candidates having difficulty obtaining an affiliation may contact the Fulbright Commission for assistance: Charlotte Goodwin at cgoodwin@fulbright-france.org. 

Language Proficiency Requirements

None, English is sufficient. However, feasibility of conducting the project must be demonstrated in the project statement

Award Benefits

Award Allowances

€3,000 per month (approximately $3200). There is no allocation for accompanying dependents. Applicants are responsible for finding their own housing, although some host institutions may facilitate the process. The Euraxess network can also help with housing and local logistics.

Estimated Travel and Relocation Allowance for Grantee

International travel allowance provided for grantee only. All research scholars receive a travel allowance of €1,200 (approx. $1,300).

Do you offer additional dependent benefits

No

Estimated Cost of Living

The average monthly rent for a studio apartment in central Strasbourg is 640 euros (approximately $695). A public transportation pass costs 56 euros per month (approximately $60).

Special Award Benefits

Visa fees will be waived for Fulbright grantees and their accompanying dependents. The Fulbright Commission will provide support and guidance for the visa process.

Final grant amounts will be determined prior to the start of the academic year and are subject to the availability of funds. The United States Department of State and the Fulbright Commission in the host country reserve the right to alter, without notice, participating countries, number of awards and allowances.