U.S.-Korea Presidential STEM Initiative Award

In commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the alliance between the United States of America and the Republic of Korea, Presidents Biden and Yoon announced in April 2023 the establishment of a new educational exchange initiative amounting to $60 million, funded jointly, that aims to serve 2,023 Koreans and 2,023 Americans. This initiative includes 200 grantees under the Fulbright scholarship program, making it the largest number of grantees selected for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in Fulbright's history. Designed to promote academic and cultural exchange, Study/Research Awards under the STEM Initiative provide the opportunity for enthusiastic and accomplished graduating college seniors, graduate students, and young professionals to pursue independent research projects in Korea on a topic of their choice. Student researchers are sought from all disciplines within STEM (including in emerging technologies) and from all degree levels (Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral). Grants are awarded through an open competition to support exploration of a wide range of academic pursuits. The program runs for 6-10 months with a fall start date in August 2026. Grantees receive a monthly stipend, international travel benefits, health coverage, and additional allowances for settling in, research materials, and language training.