Fulbright Researchers – University of Montpellier – 2026-2027 Cycle: Call for Applications Now Open
The University of Montpellier and the Franco-American Fulbright Commission have signed an agreement establishing research grants for researchers affiliated with the university who wish to visit an American university or research institute. These grants cover mobility for 3 to 12 months, depending on the research project.
Practical information
- Application deadline: December 20, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. (Paris time). No late applications will be accepted.
- Eligibility: researchers of French nationality affiliated with the University of Montpellier. Candidates who are nationals of a European Union member state and hold a permanent position at the University of Montpellier are also eligible.
- Subjects: all fields
- Duration: 3 to 12 months depending on the research project
- Number of scholarships: 1
- Amount: $3,200 to $4,100 per month, variable depending on destination
- Departure date: between August 1, 2026, and May 1, 2027
- Upcoming information session : Zoom registration available via the links below
Applicants to the Fulbright Researcher Program – University of Montpellier are responsible for obtaining their own invitation from the U.S. institution of their choice. The invitation letter must mention the anticipated dates of the stay.
Candidates wishing to apply for a postdoctoral fellowship should check with their host institution in the United States regarding the financial conditions of such a fellowship. Some institutions may have specific requirements in terms of available resources. The Fulbright grant may not cover all expenses; it is up to candidates to find additional resources.
The application procedures, selection criteria, and benefits granted to winners under this program are identical to those of the national program.
The application process is more than just an administrative formality and must be carefully prepared in advance. In particular, the Commission expects a well-argued research proposal written in English, three letters of recommendation, and a letter of invitation from the host institution in the United States.
Selection procedure: The applications of candidates selected for the Fulbright Researcher Program – University of Montpellier by the Commission are also submitted to the university for approval.
Apply
The application form for the Fulbright Researcher – University of Montpellier program is the same as that for the national program. To apply for this scholarship, simply select Fulbright – University of Montpellier on the online platform and check the box corresponding to this institutional program in the application summary form.
Please note that it is not possible to apply for both the national program and an institutional program at the same time.
TO COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION, VISIT THE NATIONAL PROGRAM PAGE.
You can find all our advice in the application guide under the "MY APPLICATION" tab.
We also invite you to register for virtual information sessions in the “INFORMATION SESSIONS AND FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS” tab.
Please note that candidates currently working on their thesis at the University of Montpellier who wish to undertake a stay abroad before their thesis defense should refer to the Fulbright National Doctoral Program .