Nepal - Open Study/Research Award

The Fulbright U.S. Student Research grants offer an opportunity to conduct individually-designed research projects in Nepal. This 10-month award supports U.S. students in conducting independent research across all disciplines. The program runs from mid-July through mid-May and includes a mandatory orientation in Kathmandu. Grantees are expected to have a well-defined research project, solid foundation in their subject area, demonstrated ability to work independently, and high levels of adaptability and maturity. Since university library holdings in Nepal are limited and local faculty supervision is generally not available, grantees usually work without close supervision. The program requires affiliation with local or international non-governmental organizations, university departments, or other institutions. Proficiency in Nepali or another local language is recommended but not required, with an allowance for continued language learning included in the grant.