Fellowship

Malaysia Open Study/Research Award

U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs Original Source
Award

Not specified

Deadline

No deadline

Location

Malaysia

Applicants

individual

About This Opportunity

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program offers Open Study/Research Awards for Malaysia, providing opportunities for independent research or study at Malaysian institutions of higher education. The program supports research in fields such as agriculture, forestry, tropical ecology, environmental studies, Southeast Asian history and society, media and information technology, cultural studies, public health, and Islamic topics. Malaysia's multi-ethnic, multi-religious society offers diverse opportunities for academic and cultural exchange. The grant period is flexible, with a duration of 6-10 months, with the earliest start in October 2026 and the latest end date of June 30, 2027. The Fulbright Commission in Malaysia (MACEE) assists candidates with facilitating affiliations and navigating research permit and visa requirements. Grantees receive a monthly stipend, housing allowance, one-time allowances for bench fees, professional expenses, and relocation, as well as reimbursable expenses for baggage, books, and language study. The program seeks applicants who demonstrate leadership, present feasible research methodologies, and show commitment to engaging with Malaysian society and the Fulbright Commission.

Duration 6 - 11 mo

Who Can Apply

Region
Malaysia
Citizenship
United States
Project in
MY
Applicants
individual
Post-degree
Up to 8 years

Application Details

Interview Institutional approval

Stages

  1. 1 two_stage

Required documents

cv research_proposal letters_of_recommendation transcripts

Review process

Semi-finalist candidates recommended for final review by the Fulbright Commission in Malaysia (MACEE) may be contacted for online interviews.

Additional benefits

  • travel_support
  • health_insurance

Restrictions

  • geographic_restrictions
  • reporting_requirements

Post-award obligations

  • final_report
  • acknowledge_funder