Fellowship

Rwanda - Open Study/Research Award

U.S. Department of State Fulbright Program Original Source
Award

$18,000 - $27,000

Deadline

No deadline

Location

Rwanda

Applicants

individual

About This Opportunity

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program in Rwanda aims to strengthen educational and cultural relationships between the United States and Rwanda. Applicants selected for this award will conduct independent academic research at a host institution of their choice in Rwanda. The program supports students at bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels to engage in research projects for 6-9 months. Grantees will work with a host institution in Rwanda and are expected to demonstrate clear commitment to the host country community. The grant provides a monthly stipend, international travel benefits, health coverage, and additional allowances for settling in and research materials. Fulbright grants will begin between September 2026 and March 2027, subject to approval from the U.S. Embassy in Kigali and confirmation of the host institution.

Duration 6 - 10 mo
1 award

Who Can Apply

Region
Rwanda
Citizenship
United States
Residency
United States
Project in
RW
Applicants
individual
Post-degree
Up to 8 years

Application Details

Institutional approval

Stages

  1. 1 single_stage

Required documents

research_proposal cv transcripts letters_of_recommendation

Additional benefits

  • travel_support
  • health_insurance
  • mentorship

Restrictions

  • geographic_restrictions
  • reporting_requirements

Post-award obligations

  • final_report
  • acknowledge_funder