Tanzania Open Study/Research Award

The Fulbright Tanzania Open Study/Research Award supports doctoral candidates conducting research and/or study in Tanzania as part of their current graduate program. Affiliation with a higher education institution is central to this award, requiring a well-thought-out research plan. The program's mandate is to enhance mutual understanding and cooperation between the United States and Tanzania. Grantees are expected to demonstrate rigor in scholarly inquiry, strong reasons for pursuing their project in Tanzania, a desire to gain better understanding of the peoples and cultures of the host country, and commitment to community engagement. The award provides 6-9 months of support with a flexible start date between September 2026 and June 2027, subject to U.S. Embassy approval. Grantees must be enrolled in a doctoral program at the time their grant begins and must secure affiliation with an accredited academic or research institution in Tanzania.