Upcoming Fulbright U.S. Scholar Awards Program Virtual Workshop
Faculty are invited to attend the annual Fulbright U.S. Scholar Awards Program virtual workshop on February 5 from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. The workshop will be facilitated by an IIE Fulbright Outreach Specialist who will provide information regarding U.S. Scholar award opportunities and application process.
Following the workshop there will be15-minute 1:1 virtual consultations with an IIE Fulbright Specialist on February 5 between 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Register here for 1:1 consultation.
**Please note that the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award is only open to U.S. citizens.
This workshop is jointly presented by the Office of Research & Engagement, the Office of Faculty Development, and the Office of Global Affairs. If you have questions regarding the workshop please email @email in the Office of Global Affairs. We are proud that UMass Amherst was named a Fulbright Top Producing Institution in 2023-2024! See the complete list here .

The 2025-26 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Competition Now Open!
The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program offers 400+ unique awards for U.S. citizens to teach, research, and conduct professional projects in 130+ countries. You can join the more than 400,000 Fulbrighters who have come away with enhanced skills, new connections, and greater mutual understanding. Please visit the U.S. Scholar Awards Search to see a list of Fulbright awards or visit Fulbright Scholar Program for application resources
As you consider your options, join our interactive session or view the overview presentation to learn more how you can prepare for a successful Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program application for 2025-26. Fulbright program staff will discuss different opportunities and the application and selection process.
UMass Faculty Fulbright Mentor Network
The Fulbright Mentor Network comprises UMass faculty who have held a Fulbright Fellowship in the past and are willing to help colleagues who are considering a Fulbright opportunity. Mentors provide advice on the application process and specific Fulbright awards and programs.
USIEF Fulbright-Nehru Visiting Chair
UMass Amherst hosts a Fulbright-Nehru Visiting Chair to teach and conduct research in public policy and promote mutual understanding between the United States and India through engagement with the UMass Amherst community.
The University of Massachusetts Amherst engages the Fulbright-Nehru Visiting Chair in four core activities spanning undergraduate and graduate education, a faculty seminar, guest lecturing, and participation in national public policy conferences. Among the many outcomes, the program allows for the deepening of our existing partnerships with Indian universities.
Additional information about this program can be found on the USIEF website.