Awards in the Fulbright Distinguished Chairs Program generally carry enhanced benefits and are viewed as among the most prestigious appointments in the Fulbright Scholar Program. Candidates should have a prominent record of scholarly accomplishment. Following a review during early summer, scholars selected for the short list for each chair will be asked to complete a full application by August 3. Chair awards are subject to availability of funds. Actual number of finnmarks per month is dependent upon local currency exchange rate.
Housing is provided, but grantee is responsible for utilities.
The exact amount depends on actual duration of grant, number of dependents, and other factors. The exact amount of award depends upon actual duration of grant, number of dependents and other factors. The Florence Chair also provides an additional housing allowance of 4,800,000 lire. The grant provides international travel for grantee only plus 200,000 lire per month for each accompanying dependent. Housing or housing allowance provided by host institution.