Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program (U.S. Scholar – normal track) - Thailand

Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program (U.S. Scholar – normal track) - Thailand is sponsored by U.S. Department of State / Fulbright Program. This program offers opportunities for American scholars and experts from all disciplines to engage in joint activities at Thai higher education institutions. Activities may include lecturing, research, or consulting on curriculum and faculty development.

US Scholar Awards - Fellowships Abroad for Scholars & Professionals | Fulbright Scholars Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Which Type of U.S. Scholar Award is Right for Me? The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program offers more than 380 awards in more than 120 countries for U.S. citizens to teach, conduct research, and carry out professional projects around the world .

College and university faculty, research and development professionals, as well as artists and professional practitioners from a wide range of fields can join nearly 450,000 Fulbrighters who have come away with enhanced skills, new connections, and greater mutual understanding. For the full list of our award offerings, visit the U.S. Scholars Awards Search . Location, activity type, and eligibility vary across awards.

Some awards may be restricted to certain career profiles or disciplines. Awards range from a few months to a full year. Each award outlines the duration and potential start dates, and some offer a Flex option for multiple visits to the host country.

All of this information and more is available in the award description. The U.S. Scholar Program includes the following Award Types : Fulbright Scholar Awards comprise the bulk of awards offered and include opportunities for professionals, artists, and scholars at all career levels. These include opportunities to pursue a project in multiple countries and world regions, such as the Global Scholar Award .

Fulbright Distinguished Scholar Awards are open to scholars who have more than seven years of experience in their discipline or area of expertise, though some awards may further restrict eligibility. Mid-career, senior academics, and professionals may want to consider these awards. Distinguished Scholars are expected to actively engage host institutions in a spirit of promoting mutual understanding and sharing knowledge.

Fulbright Postdoctoral Awards provide recently graduated scholars an opportunity to conduct research and receive professional training abroad. Awards may involve limited teaching. Postdoctoral Awards are open to scholars who have received their doctoral degree (Ph.

D. , J. D.

, M. D. , Ed.

D. , etc.) within five to seven years of the fellowship start date, as noted in the award description. Degree conferment before the start of the award is mandatory.

While institutional affiliation in the United States is not required, be sure to view the award for any citizenship/residency requirements.

Fulbright International Education Administrator Awards provide international education professionals and senior higher education officials an opportunity to engage in a two-week intensive seminar to learn about the host country’s education system and establish networks of U.S. and international colleagues. View IEA awards . What are the Career Profiles in the awards?

Each award is open to one or more of the following career profiles. Use the award search filter for Career Profile to identify awards that are open to your career profile. For all awards, be sure to read the award description closely for any additional qualifications.

Artists: Awards are open to individuals who have more than seven years of experience in an artistic profession. Community College Faculty: These awards specifically welcome community college faculty, who are encouraged to apply for the Fulbright U.S. Scholar program. Also search for awards that match your level of academic degree and scholarly discipline.

Early Career Academics: Awards are open to those who have been working in the capacity of a teacher or scholar for no more than seven years . Mid-Career Academics : Awards are open to those who have been working in the capacity of a teacher or scholar for more than seven and less than 13 years . Senior Academics : Awards are open to those who have been working in the capacity of a teacher or scholar for more than 13 years .

Professionals: Professionals are defined as those who have more than seven years of experience in a particular profession. Higher Education Administrators and Executives: Awards are open to those who have been working in the capacity of administrators or executives with a focus on the international dimensions of their campuses.

Opportunities include the Fulbright International Education Administrators Awards which are fully-funded two-week seminars abroad to learn about other countries’ higher education systems. Independent Scholar: We encourage independent scholars to search for awards that match your level of academic degree and scholarly discipline.

While institutional affiliation in the United States is not required, be sure to view the program eligibility requirements, and the award description for any citizenship/residency requirements. Retired and Emeriti Faculty Applicants: The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program is open to applications from retired and Emeriti faculty.

As is required of all applicants, the project statement should address the expected impact, outcomes, and benefits of the Fulbright, including to the host country, and to the U.S. following the award. Timeline for U.S. Scholars The 2027-2028 Fulbright U.S. Scholar competition is now open. If you are a non-U.S. citizen, please review the Non-U.

S (Visiting) Scholar programs. Program competition opens for opportunities in the 2027-2028 academic year. Application Deadlines for the 2027-2028 competition: U.S. Scholar Program: September 15, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT (UTC -4:00) International Education Administrator (IEA) Awards: Refer to IEA page for award-specific deadline dates; all applications due at 5:00 PM Eastern Time.

Once an applicant submits their application, they receive an email from scholars@iie. org confirming submission of their application. Following the application deadline, IIE conducts a preliminary screening of applications for eligibility and technical completeness.

Applications are reviewed individually to ensure they meet program and award requirements. Applications are assigned to a discipline-based peer review committee using information included in the application including the indicated project discipline and specialization . If an application is found to be ineligible and/or missing required application component(s), IIE will notify the applicant of this outcome.

Only eligible and complete applications are forwarded to the next phase, which is peer review. Discipline-based Peer Review Committees read and assess applications against the Review Criteria , and meet to review and determine whether or not applications are recommended for further consideration in the host country. Peer Review committees are comprised of U.S.-based academics and professionals with relevant expertise.

Following the conclusion of Peer Review, applicants are notified by email of the status of their application, recommended or not recommended. Applications not recommended in the Peer Review phase are not forwarded to the next phase of review.

All recommended applications are forwarded to the Public Affairs Sections of U.S. Embassies (Posts) or binational Fulbright Commissions overseas, the U.S. Department of State, and the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board for review.

Selection decisions and timing can be influenced by a number of factors, including available funding, the number of applications received, country priorities, and any host institution administrative procedures (if applicable). All three entities must approve selection decisions before candidates can be notified. Not all applications that were recommended in the Peer Review process will be selected for grants.

This phase of the review process normally requires several months, it is important that applicants do not make any irreversible arrangements based upon the expectation of receiving an award. Applications that are not recommended do not move forward to this phase. Please note that IIE cannot predict in advance when the final selection results will become available, neither for a particular country nor a specific award.

Applicants are notified by email of the final status of their application, selectee, alternate, or non-select.

Selectee : A candidate who has been offered a Fulbright U.S. Scholar award, contingent upon obtaining a secured placement at an institution in your host country, official research clearance from the host country (where applicable), satisfactory medical clearance, a visa, if required, and submission of all required grant documents. Alternate : A candidate who may be promoted to Selectee status if additional funding becomes available.

We provide alternate candidates with an update by late summer of each year. Non-Select : A candidate who is no longer under consideration for a Fulbright award. Grant details are finalized and grants may begin per start dates listed in the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Awards .

For some countries, an orientation may be scheduled for applicants selected for grants. What are the safety and security protocols in place for the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program? Please see our safety, health and security page for more information .

Which Activity is Right For Me? If you are a non-U.S. citizen, please review the Non-U. S (Visiting) Scholar programs.

Teaching Teaching includes classroom teaching, as well as giving guest lectures, workshops, and seminars, and engaging in other related activities. Classroom teaching is typically at the undergraduate and graduate level, and courses may be designed by the scholar or prescribed by the host institution and may be taught or co-taught by the scholar. The teaching load varies by award, as well as the host institution.

Scholars may also consult on building research capacity, advise graduate students, and assist with thesis advising. Research Research includes activities involving scientific research, qualitative research, quantitative research, and practice-based research, including artistic research. Research can take place in locations such as the laboratory, the field, the archives, or an artist residency.

It can be experimental, clinical, or applied. It can include examining policies, systems, theories, methods, interactions, and works of art and music, with the objective to evaluate or develop new knowledge or works. Quantifiable (tangible) outcomes can include publications (books, journal articles, scripts, etc.), conference presentations, artistic and musical compositions, exhibitions, performances, films, and patents.

IRB approval is not required at the time of application; however, applicants should abide by all ethical requirements before commencing their research on human and/or animal subjects through a Fulbright award. Teaching/Research Many awards allow participants to conduct both research and teaching as defined above.

Some awards will indicate the percentage that should be devoted to teaching compared to research while other awards allow the candidates to select their own percentage breakdown. Professional Project The Professional Project Award Activity is an opportunity for applicants to pursue projects that would enhance their professional development and the field at large.

Professional Projects may include, but are not limited to : Professional consultations or exchange of expertise with other professionals Visits to organizations in the applicant's field Practical experience in day-to-day operations Arranging and planning exhibitions Performances or musical compilations Participation in public events Preparation of print materials (books, articles, or reviews) If your project involves classroom teaching, as opposed to public or guest lectures, then please apply for the Teaching Award Activity.

If your proposed project answers a research question or will have research outcomes, then please apply for the Research Award Activity. Eligibility Essentials for U.S. Scholars If you are a non-U.S. citizen, please review the Non-U. S (Visiting) Scholar programs.

Fulbright U.S. Scholar applicants must meet all program eligibility requirements by the application deadline. Applicants must also meet award eligibility requirements by the application deadline unless specific exceptions are indicated in the award. The complete Fulbright policies for U.S. Lecturers and Research Scholars are available here (Chapter 600).

Applicants must hold U.S. citizenship by the application deadline. Permanent residence is not sufficient. Dual citizenship: In some cases, a dual citizen may not be eligible to participate in a Fulbright program in the country of their other nationality due to host country law or policy.

Individual award descriptions specify whether this is a point of ineligibility in the award requirements section. Applicants who have resided abroad for five or more years in the six-year period preceding the application deadline are ineligible. A period of nine months or more during a calendar year constitutes a full year.

Education, Experience, Career Profile Applicants are expected to demonstrate they meet the education, experience, and career profile requirements stated in the award. This may include addressing the nature of their terminal degree and/or experience in the application. Award descriptions specify where a Ph.

D. , other terminal degree, or comparable professional qualifications are required. A terminal degree refers to the highest degree awarded in a field.

The degree level can vary by academic and professional field, as not all terminal degrees are doctorates. Please refer to this list of common terminal degrees . If a terminal degree is required, degree conferment before the fellowship start date is mandatory.

Postdoc awards are open to scholars who will have received a doctoral degree (Ph. D. , J.

D. , M. D.

, Ed. D. , etc.) within five years of the fellowship start date, unless otherwise noted on the award description’s Award Requirements section.

Graduate or doctoral students seeking funding to complete their degrees are ineligible. Recent college graduates with limited professional experience are ineligible and should instead apply to the Fulbright U.S. Student Program . Experience gained as an undergraduate student does not count toward years of experience for the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program (including internships and Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards).

Prior Fulbright Scholar Awards and Other Programs Recipients of a Fulbright Scholar award are eligible to apply for another award two years after the date of completion of the previous award. For Flex awards, the two-year period begins at the end of the final segment (trip) in the series.

Fulbright Scholar awards include: Fulbright U.S. Scholar (including Distinguished Scholar/Chair awards), International Education Administrator Seminar, Fulbright Arctic, and Fulbright Visiting Scholar. Preference for Fulbright Scholar opportunities will be given to candidates who have not previously received a Fulbright Scholar grant.

Fulbright Specialist Program : Recipients of a Fulbright Specialist Program grant are not required to adhere to the two-year waiting period before applying for a Fulbright Scholar award. Applicants may be on the Specialist roster, but may not carry out both a U.S. Scholar grant and a Specialist grant simultaneously. You are eligible to apply to the Fulbright Scholar Program while on the Fulbright Specialist roster.

Recipients of a Fulbright Specialist Program grant are not required to adhere to the two-year waiting period before applying for a Fulbright Scholar grant. Likewise, recipients of a Fulbright Scholar grant are not required to adhere to the two-year waiting period before applying for or receiving a Fulbright Specialist Program grant.

Department of State employees and their immediate family Employees and their immediate families (i.e. spouses and dependent children) of the U.S. Department of State (paid or unpaid, including part-time or temporary employees, consultants, externs, fellows and contract employees; does not include interns), and of public or private agencies (excluding educational institutions) under contract to the U.S. Department of State to perform administrative or screening services on behalf of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs’ exchange programs are ineligible to apply for a Fulbright award until one year after termination of such employment.

Note: This provision does not apply to U.S. Department of State English Language Fellow (EL Fellow) Program fellows. Additional U.S. Scholar Additional Eligibility Factors Employment : The following are ineligible to apply for a Fulbright award until one year after termination of such engagement.

An officer of an organization, in the U․S․ or abroad, including members of boards of trustees or similar governing bodies, or individuals otherwise associated with the organization, wherein the organization and the individuals are responsible for nominating or selecting individuals for participation in any U․S․ Department of State exchange program; a current board member or staff of the Institute of International Education or the Council for International Exchange of Scholars; a board member or staff of a Fulbright Commission; a member of the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board; an Alumni Ambassador for the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program.

Grant Activity : Grants shall not authorize engagement in pastoral, missionary, or other professional religious activities. Grant Activity : Grants shall not authorize engagement in activities for which a license to practice medicine or nursing is required. Language requirements : Foreign language proficiency may be required depending on the country, type of grant activity (teaching or research), and the nature of the proposed projects.

(Note: In many world areas, English is sufficient for teaching activities.) If required, this is noted in the Award requirements section of a specific award. Sound physical and mental health : Candidates selected for awards are required to submit a Medical History and Examination Report before their grants can be finalized.

(This is not part of the application and selection process; this process takes place after candidates selected for grants are notified of their selection.)

Applicants are required to disclose if they have been arrested for, indicted for, or charged with a felony or a misdemeanor (excluding minor traffic violations, juvenile convictions, or cases where the record has been sealed or expunged) or accused of misconduct (including but not limited to unethical practices, harassment, sexual harassment or abuse, or other misconduct that may have been the focus of some kind of inquiry or process).

Applicants must promptly notify IIE in writing if they are arrested for, indicted for, charged with or convicted of a felony or misdemeanor (excluding minor traffic violations) after submitting the application․ FFSB regulations can be found here (Chapter 600/Section 626 Ineligibility Factors.)

Submitted documentation will not be revealed to those reviewing your application during the Peer Review process or as a part of the host country selection process․ However, statements and documents may be forwarded the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board for review and determination of eligibility. If you meet the eligibility requirements, learn more about the next steps in applying on Getting Started .

Step 1: Confirm Eligibility Review eligibility requirements for the Fulbright U.S. Scholar program before proceeding. Applicants are also encouraged to review the Leave and Support resources .

Step 2: Explore Award Activities Each Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award offers one or more of the following activities: Research - Research includes activities involving scientific research, qualitative research, quantitative research, and practice-based research, including artistic research. Research can take place in locations such as the laboratory, the field, the archives, or an artist residency.

It can be experimental, clinical, or applied. It can include examining policies, systems, theories, methods, interactions, and works of art and music, with the objective to evaluate or develop new knowledge or works. Quantifiable (tangible) outcomes can include publications (books, journal articles, scripts, etc.), conference presentations, artistic and musical compositions, exhibitions, performances, films, and patents.

Teaching - Teaching includes classroom teaching, as well as giving guest lectures, workshops, and seminars, and engaging in other related activities. Classroom teaching is typically at the undergraduate and graduate level, and courses may be designed by the scholar or prescribed by the host institution and may be taught or co-taught by the scholar. The teaching load varies by award, as well as the host institution.

Scholars may also consult on building research capacity, advise graduate students, and assist with thesis advising. Teaching/Research - Many awards allow participants to conduct both research and teaching as defined above. Some awards will indicate the percentage that should be devoted to teaching compared to research while other awards allow the candidates to select their own percentage breakdown.

Professional Projects - The Professional Project activity type provides professionals and artists in various fields the opportunity to interact with relevant organizations abroad to explore a topic related to their field without answering a defined research question.

Professional Projects may include: professional consultations; artist residencies; visits to organizations in the applicant's field; practical experience in day-to-day operations; public lectures; mentoring; arranging exhibitions, performances or musical compilations; preparation of print materials (books, articles, or reviews); exchange of expertise with other professionals; participation in public events; or other appropriate professional activities.

Step 3: Select Award Use the Award Search filters to find an award which most closely aligns to your field and interest. Be sure to review the Award Details, Award Requirements, and Award Benefits tabs for each award. Please note: Applicants can only apply for one award per application cycle.

Step 4: Review Application Components The application components may vary depending on the type of activity you apply for: teaching, research, teaching/research combination, or professional project - as well as your discipline and specialization . Please see application steps for details on each component and whether it applies to your application.

Note: Letters of Invitation - Applicants are responsible for obtaining and uploading the letter of invitation to their Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program application if required by the award. If required, preferred, or optional for that award, applicants are encouraged to solicit a letter of invitation as soon as possible. Who can I contact at my institution for assistance?

Over 1,400 academic institutions and professional associations across the United States have Fulbright Scholar Liaisons , a network of faculty and administrators who can guide you. We encourage you to connect with the Liaison at your institution for assistance with your application and your institution’s process for participating in the Fulbright program.

Step 5: Start an Application The 2027-28 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Competition is open! Start your application , and refer to the application steps for application instructions and details on each application component. Step 6: Create a Competitive Application Review Criteria - Read the Review Criteria page to learn more about the basic objectives of the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program which Reviewers consider when evaluating applications.

Speak with a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Alumni Ambassador Explore the Scholar Directory Find your Scholar Liaison Join an Office Hour or Register for a Webinar Before you begin , check your eligibility and the award description for any specific requirements: professional profiles and specific qualifications vary across the awards. You are encouraged to apply to the award that best fits your background and experience.

Refer to the Application Page and the Review Criteria as you prepare your materials. Application Steps and Requirements for U.S. Scholars If you are a non-U.S. citizen, please review the Non-U.S. (Visiting) Scholar programs. The 2027-28 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Competition is now open.

Thanks for your interest in the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program. Explore current opportunities and Connect with Fulbright to receive important program updates and application resources. Register for webinars today for more information and join an office hour to have your questions answered live by IIE staff.

Application Deadline: September 15, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT (UTC -4:00) We strongly recommend that you do not wait until the deadline to submit your application. Technical difficulties with uploading documents, submission of the application, or registration of recommenders, particularly in the hours prior to the deadline, will not be grounds for an extension. Applications not fully submitted by the deadline will not be considered.

No exceptions. Start your application now! Introduction Applicants must submit their complete application by the application deadline to be considered for an award in the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program for that application cycle and award competition.

Applicants may only apply for one Fulbright award per competition, and applications will only be considered for that competition. This means applicants cannot apply for multiple awards in the same program year (2027-2028), nor can applications be deferred to a future year. Before starting your application , review the eligibility requirements and the award description for the Fulbright U.S. Scholar program.

Applicants are also encouraged to review the leave and support resources . It is your responsibility to understand what is required for your selected award and to submit the application with the appropriate application materials by the application deadline noted above. Failure to provide necessary information or materials may affect the eligibility of your application.

Using the application resources and reaching out early with questions will facilitate a successful application. Application components vary depending on the type of activity you apply for: teaching, research, teaching/research combination, or professional project - as well as your discipline and specialization will prompt the application to include the necessary components based on the activity and discipline criteria you select.

The application does not allow for any additional uploads beyond the required components. Your application materials should be well-organized, working together to demonstrate why the project is needed and how you are prepared to accomplish it. Connect the dots for the reader: present information clearly to prevent the reader from (mis)interpreting to the extent possible.

You may find the Review Criteria helpful as you prepare your materials. All material must be your own work. It is unacceptable to misrepresent accomplishments, to borrow from the works of others without proper acknowledgment, or to submit as one's own material that has been written, re-written or heavily edited by others.

Breaches of these protocols may result in rejection of the application. Once your application has been submitted, no further changes or edits can be made to your application. Proofread your materials more than once - before submitting.

Creating Your Application Application link: https://apply. iie. org/fusc2027 .

This is the application for the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program. The Fulbright U.S. Student and Visiting Scholar Programs have different applications (and different links). You do not need to complete the application in one sitting or session.

You can return to your saved work to edit it at any time prior to submission. We recommend opening an application early to familiarize yourself with the layout and question prompts. First, you need an application account.

Open the link above and click Create an Account . Enter your email address, name, and date of birth. Use an email address that is not subject to change.

Your email address serves as your login and will be used for application notifications. Your full name must be entered as it appears on your government-issued ID. (You will have an opportunity to enter your preferred name later.)

Click Continue . You will receive an email from apply@iie. org ( Application Registration ) with a link to the application and a temporary PIN to verify the account.

Once you enter this PIN on the application link, you will be asked to set a password. Then proceed to starting your application. Returning users: If you started an application or applied at any point since 2020 , you have an application account already.

Please do not create a new application account . If you forgot your password or your password expired, follow the steps to reset your password (you will be sent a password reset email with instructions). If your email address has changed , email scholars@iie.

org , and we can update the email address associated with your application account. Next, create your application. Click Start New Application at the bottom after logging in.

The popup should show Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program 2027-2028 . Click Create Application , then click Open Application to start working on your application. You will also receive an email confirming that you started your application.

Save this email! This has the link to your application, the deadlines, and links to essential resources. Managing Your Application Application link: https://apply.

iie. org/fusc2027 The application will log you out automatically after 60 minutes of inactivity. To save your progress, click Save and Continue at the bottom of the application page and return to the page you were working on.

When you are done working on your application, close your browser tab/window. Be sure to work on your application in one, single web browser tab to avoid making conflicting edits . Do not have the application open in more than one tab/window in your browser.

Reapplying If you started an application or applied at any point since 2020, then you have an application account already . We are not able to postpone or defer applications from one year to another year, nor are we able to copy a whole application from one year to another. Has your email address changed?

Email us at scholars@iie. org to update your email address on your application account. Is your email address the same?

Please DO NOT create another application account to start a new application. This will make things more confusing: we have found it can be challenging to distinguish between accounts . If you aren’t sure: try logging in; the system will indicate if that email address is not recognized, meaning you do not have an application account associated with that address.

Go to the application ( https://apply. iie. org/fusc2027 ) and login as a Returning User using your login (email address) and password.

(Follow steps to reset password if needed.) Once logged in, you will land on the Application Management page where you can view your prior application(s) and start your new application. Click Start New Application and select Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program 2027-2028 .

If that does not work, login via https://apply. iie. org/fulbrightusscholar instead, and it should prompt you to create your 2027-2028 application.

Note: DO NOT open past and current applications in the same browser simultaneously as data will not save properly. If you must refer to an old application, download it as a PDF or open it in a different browser. What carries over to the new application?

Some basic personal information fields will automatically populate based on the information you previously provided. Be sure to double-check the information in case any updates are needed. You will need to select the program, country, and award.

Be sure to review the award description , as award details and requirements may have changed for this year’s competition. You will need to enter the project details and upload the supporting documents (Project Statement, CV/Resume, and the Reference List/Bibliography, Syllabi/Course Outlines, and Portfolio as applicable).

Ensure your materials and your proposed project fit the award for this year’s application cycle as well as the application guidelines. You will need to register two recommenders (required) and any foreign language evaluators (if applicable). Even if they have provided a recommendation or evaluation for you before, they must upload their letters to your new application.

If they need a copy of the letter they uploaded last year, your reference(s) are welcome to email FulbrightScholarReview@iie. org for assistance. Invitation letter: If the same host institution is proposed, you can include the invitation from the prior year.

However, providing an updated invitation letter is encouraged. To download a PDF copy of your prior application, click on the respective Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program application to open it. Then click on Preview Application Proof to open a downloadable copy of your application.

Applications are reviewed individually, on their own merit, with the pool of applications submitted that year. The status of your prior application is not considered in the Peer Review process. Some applicants choose to revise their