The Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence Programme provides grants
for US academic institutions to host New Zealand academics to teach for
one semester or full academic year. Preference is given to institutions
that otherwise have limited opportunities to participate in the Fulbright
Scholar Programme.
Fulbright Scholars-in-Residence can have a significant impact on U.S.
colleges and universities. In addition to teaching courses, scholars give
campus-wide and community lectures, help initiate international programs
and contribute to curriculum development. Although preference is given
to proposals in the humanities or social sciences, other fields focusing
on international issues will be considered.
The Fulbright Scholars-in-Residence programme is especially appropriate
for small liberal arts colleges, minority-serving institutions, and community
colleges, many of which do not often have the opportunity to host visiting
scholars.
Entitlement
round-trip international air travel
a monthly stipend ranging from US$2,500-2,900 (depending on the cost
of living in the city where the Scholar will reside)
excess baggage, settling-in and professional (books, services and
travel) allowances
basic health and accident insurance cover up to a maximum of US$100,000
an allowance for up to two dependents
round-trip international air travel for one dependent if awarded for
a full academic year
Host institutions generally propose some cost-sharing, such as a salary
supplement for the scholar and/or in-kind support such as housing, meals
and travel.
Award conditions
scholars who have taught, studied, conducted research, or worked
in the United States within the past five years are not eligible to
participate in the SIR program, as the program seeks to provide opportunity
for Scholars who have not had recent experience in the United States.
preference will be given to scholar candidates who have not previously
received Fulbright grants.
foreign citizens desiring to hold or holding permanent residence in
the United States are not eligible for Fulbright awards.
if selected for an award, you will be required to undertake a full
medical examination.
US immigration documentation must be completed from within New Zealand.
international travel will only be funded between New Zealand and the
US.
in keeping with US immigration requirements and the philosophy of
the Fulbright Programme, you will be required to return to New Zealand
for a minimum of two years before becoming eligible for permanent residency
in the US.
Fulbright orientation
It was Senator J William Fulbright's mission to build peace through the mutual
understanding of cultures. Fulbright applicants and grantees are expected to
understand and support this mission.
Application process
Interested host institutions should visit the CIES
website for further information and an application form.
Further information
For further information about the Fulbright Scholars-in-Residence Programme,
see the CIES website or contact
our Programme Manager for this award, Stefanie Joe - stefanie@fulbright.org.nz
/ 04 494 1507
Fulbright New Zealand is happy to assist with finding suitable New Zealand
scholars to meet the needs of American institutions under this programme.
