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Purpose of the Grant Program

The award is intended for conducting high quality research, while some lecturing at the graduate or doctoral level during the visit is also encouraged. 

The award is available for any field represented by the four schools listed below or the four multidisciplinary research platforms. Applicants are encouraged to contact the host schools and research platforms to plan their grant activities.

The multidisciplinary research platforms integrate disciplinary expertise with global trends, and advance multi-, cross- and inter-disciplinary research:

The Fulbright-University of Vaasa Scholar Award is jointly funded by the University of Vaasa and the ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿.

Benefits

The award is available for visits of 3–12 months. It includes:

• Monthly grant of 4 000 EUR  (approx. 4 650 USD*), paid out in euro in monthly installments.
• One-time travel allowance of 1 800 USD.
• Residence permit allowance based on the actual permit fees (incl. grantee and accompanying family members).
• Housing for the scholar and their accompanying family arranged and paid for by the host university.
• Work facilities and administrative support.
• Orientation and support services provided by the ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ in Helsinki. For example, the ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ion will arrange a four-day arrival orientation in Helsinki for all U.S. Fulbright grantees at the end of August each year (orientation is also arranged in January for grantees arriving for the spring semester).
• Fulbright Finland mid-year activities and networking opportunities (such as the American Voices Seminar at the University of Turku) each year.
• The grantee will also be eligible, free of charge, to participate in a Fulbright Finland pre-approved summer school in Finland consisting of courses on Finnish language, culture and society, pending availability of suitable programs.

* amounts are subject to change due to currency fluctuations.

Support for Grantees with Disabilities

Please see more information on the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program main page.

Eligibility and Evaluation Criteria

A candidate for the Fulbright-University of Vaasa Scholar Award must hold a Ph.D. degree and should have several years of research and teaching experience in their field.

You can read more about the general U.S. Scholar Program eligibility guidelines and review criteria on the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program main page.

The University of Vaasa

The University of Vaasa builds a sustainable future by uniquely combining business and technology expertise – we address global challenges with determination and close collaboration. As part of the largest energy technology hub in the Nordics, we promote sustainable business, energy, and society.

Recognized for excellence with international accreditations and strong performance in university rankings, we offer education in the fields of business, technology, administration, and communication. We educate the creators of the future who are shaping a more just and sustainable world

We are committed to creating genuine impact and concrete value for society. Our research drives meaningful change by focusing on energy transition, business renewal, and societal transformation. The University of Vaasa offers cutting-edge and multidisciplinary that foster innovation and strengthen collaboration with society and industry.

Inspiring Community

Our 7,000 students and 650 employees thrive on Finland’s most beautiful seaside campus. The University of Vaasa is an inspiring and international work community committed to diversity and equal opportunities. Over 35% of our research and teaching staff come from outside Finland, and our community represents more than 80 nationalities.

We offer excellent career opportunities in an international research environment and hold the European Commission’s quality label for our commitment to improving researchers’ working conditions and career development.

Located at the heart of EnergyVaasa, the leading energy and environmental technology cluster in the Nordics, we collaborate with a network of over 180 companies – including global market leaders – as well as municipalities, businesses, and universities. This unique ecosystem creates exceptional opportunities for research partnerships and innovation.

In the , beautiful nature and urban city life can be easily combined. Everything is close by, making it easy to move from one atmosphere and experience to another. 

Explore the experiences of Fulbright scholars during their time at the University of Vaasa: .

How to Apply?

The U.S. program partner in the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program is the Institute of International Education IIE. Applications are and forwarded to discipline-based peer review committees in the U.S. Applications that pass this initial peer review in the U.S. are forwarded to the ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ in Helsinki to be reviewed by the ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ion’s review committees. The ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ makes the funding decisions and final selections of grantees.

Additional information and are available from the ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ and the Fulbright Scholar Program websites.

Please see the program and application timeline on the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program main page.

Resources for Hosts

• Instructions for writing invitation letters and a checklist for a U.S. scholar's host

Further Information

Please note that late June, July and early August are traditionally summer vacation months in Finland and responses to inquiries may be delayed. Applicants are advised to contact the Finnish host institution well ahead of time to solicit an invitation letter for their application.

Useful links

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Guide for

Destination Finland

The Official Travel Site of Finland: 

What is the ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿?

The ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is a private, independent, not-for-profit organization based in Helsinki, Finland. The ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ion’s aim is

• to promote a wider exchange of knowledge and professional talents through educational contacts between Finland and the United States, and
• to support the internationalization of education and research in Finland, and help U.S. and Finnish institutions create linkages.

What Makes the ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ Programs Unique?

• In addition to the grant, the ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ offers the grantees several additional benefits and free support services, as well as an access to a global, multi-professional network.
• We are looking for applicants who want to impact the future and to make a difference – applicants who want to facilitate positive change, develop and advance their own profession or discipline, and find solutions to national and international challenges in their field.
• The grantees also act as ambassadors for the ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿, their home country, and their home organization and, in this way, do their part in sharing their home country and culture and contributing to the relations between Finland and the U.S.

Fulbright-University of Vaasa Scholar Award program is part of the global Fulbright program operating in over 160 countries worldwide.