US Embassy in Qatar announces call for applications for 2027-2028 Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program

Doha, Qatar: The US Embassy in Qatar announced the opening of the Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program for the 2027 2028 academic year, inviting qualifi...

Doha, Qatar: The US Embassy in Qatar announced the opening of the Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program for the 2027-2028 academic year, inviting qualified Qatari faculty members, researchers, and professionals to apply for this prestigious international exchange opportunity.

The Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program enables Qatari scholars to conduct advanced post-doctoral research, lecture, or pursue a combined lecture and research program at leading universities and research institutions across the United States. The program promotes academic excellence and innovation by supporting meaningful collaboration between American and Qatari institutions.

For a minimum of three months to a maximum of ten months, Fulbright Visiting Scholar participants gain access to world-class American research environments, cutting-edge methodologies, and interdisciplinary networks, while contributing Qatari perspectives to U.S. academic and professional communities. The program supports a wide range of disciplines and encourages projects that address shared global challenges and advance knowledge in both countries.

Its vast alumni network includes several Fulbright Visiting Scholars. Dr. Siham Al-Qaradawi, Professor of Organic Chemistry at Qatar University and a 2010–2011 Fulbright Visiting Scholar at Temple University, reflected on her experience:

“The prestigious Fulbright scholarship provided me with an exceptional opportunity to conduct advanced research in a highly competitive, interdisciplinary environment. During my stay at Temple University, I gained extensive hands-on experience in drug discovery and pharmaceutical research, worked closely with leading researchers, and was exposed to state-of-the-art research methodologies and instrumentation. The Fulbright program significantly strengthened my research skills, broadened my scientific perspective, and enhanced my ability to conduct independent and collaborative research at an international level. The experience also played a vital role in shaping my academic career and fostering long-term professional collaborations.”