Traditional Fulbright awards are available from two months to an academic year or longer. While foreign language skills are needed in some countries, most lecturing assignments are in English. The Humboldt Research Fellowship Program supports highly qualified scholars of all nationalities and disciplines so they may carry out long-term research projects in Germany. Fellowships are awarded on the basis of academic achievement, i.e., the quality and feasibility of the proposed research project and the candidate's international publications. The program provides for a stay of 6 to 12 months in Germany for research.
Applicants design their own research projects and select hosts at German institutions.
Applicants must have a doctoral degree and be less than 40 years of age. Some language proficiencies required. Applications are taken on a rolling basis. The program sponsors individuals who demonstrate the potential to strengthen ties between Germany and the US through their profession or studies. The scholarship provides for a stay of one year in Germany for professional development, study or research.