Bolivia - Open Study/Research Award

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program Open Study/Research Award for Bolivia supports independent study and research projects in Bolivia for a period of 10 months. U.S. grantees typically enter the country on a tourist visa, with the ability to extend their stay and adjust status for longer periods through the Bolivian Migration Department with assistance from the U.S. Embassy. This award is open to all fields, with particular encouragement for projects focusing on business topics (micro-enterprise development and eco-tourism), computer science, technology, innovation, criminal justice, law, ecology, and museum studies. The program provides a monthly stipend, international travel benefits, health benefits, and research/settling-in allowances. Candidates must arrange their own affiliation with a host institution in Bolivia and must demonstrate strong Spanish language proficiency, as well as the ability to work independently and serve as a cultural ambassador. The grant period is flexible, with start dates ranging from August 31, 2026 to March 31, 2027, based on project design.