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Fulbright U.S. - ASEAN Visiting Scholar Program 2026

Awarded by Fulbright Malaysia

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

Research Fellow/ Scientist

Funding Type

Full Funding · stipend + airfare + other benefits

Eligible Courses

Education, Environmental Sciences, Food Technology, Information Sciences, Journalism, Law, Political Science and Public Administration

Eligible Nationalities

Open to citizens or permanent residents of Malaysia

Can Be Taken At

Universities in the US

Provider

Fulbright Malaysia

Last Verified On

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Overview

The objective of the Fulbright U.S.–ASEAN Visiting Scholar Initiative is to deepen people-to-people engagement and strengthen ties between Malaysia, the United States, and the 10 member nations of ASEAN, in areas of ASEAN priorities. The grantee will carry out scholarly and professional research projects on priority issues to the U.S.–ASEAN relationship and ASEAN as a whole.

Eligibility for the Fulbright U.S.–ASEAN Visiting Scholar Program:

  • Applicants of the Fulbright U.S.–ASEAN Visiting Scholar Program must be Malaysian citizens.
  • Candidates should be working professionals from University Faculty, Foreign Ministry, Government, or Professionals in the private sector, think tanks, or other NGOs whose work focuses on U.S.-ASEAN issues.

Application Process:

All eligible candidates must apply online to be considered for the scholarship. The application should include the following components:

  • A completed application form
  • Project statement (3-5 pages)
  • Bibliography
  • Curriculum vitae (up to 6 pages)
  • Letter of invitation from the U.S. host institution (preferred but not required; confirmation required before final selection and departure)
  • Letters of recommendation (minimum of 3)
  • Copy of academic transcript and diploma (in English)
  • Copy of Identification Card/Passport

Benefits:

  • Roundtrip airfare
  • Monthly stipend
  • Professional and Settling-in allowance
  • Health insurance coverage.
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Documents Needed

  • Academic Transcripts (Usually required)

  • Income Certificate (For need-based scholarships)

  • Identity Proof (Usually required)

  • Admission / Offer Letter (For select scholarships)

  • Statement of Purpose (If applicable)

  • Language Test Scores (If applicable)

  • Recommendation Letters (If applicable)

  • Other Supporting Documents (As specified by the scholarship provider)

Note: The exact document requirements vary by scholarship. Always refer to the official application guidelines

FAQs

  • Yes, you can secure an education loan to study abroad at Fulbright Malaysia. Education loans are of two types — Collateral and non-collateral. Collateral includes either: Immovable property – a house or a flat or land (or) liquid security – an FD, or LIC or shares or bonds. Agricultural lands are not accepted by any bank for education loan.

    Public banks like SBI, BOB offer these types of education loans. There are many NBFCs who offer Non-collateral education loans. Apply for the best education loan to study abroad.
  • The deadline of Fulbright U.S. - ASEAN Visiting Scholar Program 2026 is 19 Oct, 2026.
  • Fulbright U.S. - ASEAN Visiting Scholar Program 2026 is offered to Research Fellow/ Scientist degree.
  • Fulbright U.S. - ASEAN Visiting Scholar Program 2026 is offered for Education, Environmental Sciences, Food Technology, Information Sciences, Journalism, Law, Political Science and Public Administration.
  • Fulbright U.S. - ASEAN Visiting Scholar Program 2026 is open for: Open to citizens or permanent residents of Malaysia.
  • Fulbright U.S. - ASEAN Visiting Scholar Program 2026 is offered by Fulbright Malaysia.
  • Fulbright U.S. - ASEAN Visiting Scholar Program 2026 covers Full Funding, stipend + airfare + other benefits.