Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program (Croatia)

All applicants must currently be affiliated with a Croatian academic or research institution. In addition, all qualified applicants are expected to have the capacity and commitment to take full advantage of a program of research at a U.S. university and be willing to share their experience and knowledge upon their return to Croatia. The Fulbright experience should be of value not only to the scholar, but also to students and faculty at the scholar’s home institution/university, as well as to the U.S. host institution.  Fulbright scholars serve as cultural ambassadors and should be prepared to speak about their country, culture, and research to academic and community groups in the United States.

The Fulbright Program is the flagship international educational exchange program sponsored by the U.S. government and is designed to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries.  The Fulbright Program was established in 1946 under legislation introduced by former Senator J. William Fulbright of Arkansas. The Fulbright Program in Croatia is a joint program of the U.S. Department of State and the Government of Croatia.

The Fulbright Program in Croatia is administered by the U.S. Embassy in cooperation with the Ministry of Science and Education, and the Agency for Mobility and EU Programmes.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be citizens of the Republic of Croatia. Permanent U.S. residents and persons with dual (Croatian and U.S.) citizenship are ineligible.
• Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in their academic field of study.
• Applicants must obtain a letter of invitation from a U.S. host institution.
• Applicants must be proficient in oral and written English.
• Applicants must be eligible for a J-1 visa, which requires the grantee to return to Croatia for a minimum of two years at the end of the grant period.
• Applicants must receive a satisfactory medical clearance.
• Applicants must be employed in Croatia.

Selection Criteria

• Strong research and academic record.
• Adaptability and personal suitability.
• Applicants should be responsible citizens who contribute to a full and representative picture of the culture and civilization of Croatia.
• Preference is given to applicants who have not had a prior opportunity to study in the United States.
• All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, or disability.
• Note: Previous recipients of Fulbright/Humphrey/JFDP/Ron Brown scholarships (U.S. Government-funded academic programs) are eligible to apply but should make a very clear argument for how their previous experience makes them a strong candidate for a Fulbright grant now.
• Not eligible:  Persons holding permanent residence in the United States (green card); persons who are citizens of the United States.

For more information, visit U.S. Embassy in Croatia.