Lithuania - Open Study/Research Award

The Fulbright Open Study/Research Award for Lithuania supports U.S. graduate students conducting independent research or study at Lithuanian institutions of higher education for 9 months. Applications are accepted across all academic fields, with preference given to research addressing U.S. and Lithuania national security priorities including regional and transatlantic security, sustainable economics, entrepreneurship and innovation, and cybersecurity. The program is designed to expand relationships between U.S. citizens and Lithuanians while promoting international understanding. Grantees are required to affiliate with a Lithuanian university as their primary institution and may also work with cultural institutions or archives. The award includes a monthly stipend, international travel benefits, health coverage, and one-time allowances for settling in, research materials, and language training. Candidates must be mature, self-motivated individuals capable of working independently, and are expected to engage with the host community through Embassy outreach activities and cultural exchange. The grant period begins in September and follows the Lithuanian academic calendar through June.