Fulbright Belgium and Luxembourg

Did you know that The Fulbright Program offers a dedicated award for professionals and academics interested in transatlantic security studies?

Funded by a partnership between the U.S. Mission to NATO and the Fulbright Commission in Brussels, the NATO Security Studies Award invites American academics and professionals to conduct a research project that fosters awareness and understanding of NATO and its evolving role in transatlantic security.

The successful candidate will spend one semester during the 2027-28 academic year researching or researching/teaching on transatlantic security studies at a university or think tank of their choice in Belgium. In addition to their primary institute of affiliation, the award recipient will be connected with officials at NATO and at the U.S. Mission to NATO in order to facilitate their research. The scholar will be encouraged to engage directly with policy practitioners and contribute to ongoing transatlantic dialogue on priority security challenges.

🖥️ Learn more at https://fulbrightscholars.org/award/nato-security-studies-8.
🗓️ Apply online by 15 September 2026.

NATO Security Studies Funded by a partnership between the U.S. Mission to NATO and the Fulbright Commission in Brussels, this unique award invites American academics and professionals to conduct a research project that fosters awareness and understanding of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and its evolving role in....

Lien Van Laer was a Belgian 2024-25 Fulbright Research Scholar at Johns Hopkins University. When asked what the Fulbright Program meant to her, she said, "A Fulbright experience is truly one of a kind. Professionally, it has been incredibly enriching and rewarding—not only did I gain valuable knowledge, but I also connected with so many inspiring people whom I will undoubtedly collaborate with in the future. Beyond the professional benefits, stepping out of my comfort zone for four months and exploring a new city on my own was an unforgettable adventure. I also loved being part of the Fulbright network—the events they organized and the chance to exchange experiences with fellow grantees made the journey even more special."

Are you interested in applying for the Program to the United States? Visit www.fulbright.be to learn more and submit an application. The deadline to apply is 1 December 2025.

As a Belgian Fulbright Visiting Student Researcher at the University of Virginia, Lotte Notelaers explored how cities in the U.S. and Europe are adapting transport policies for autonomous vehicles. During her time in Virginia, she had the chance to collaborate with experts, present her research to students, and discover the state's offerings from apple orchards to line dancing.

Learn more about Lotte's research and discoveries in Virginia at https://www.fulbright.be/stories/investigating-transport-policies-for-autonomous-vehicles-in-urban-areas-of-the-us-and-eu/

Are you interested in applying for the Program to the United States? Visit www.fulbright.be to learn more and submit an application. The deadline to apply is 1 December 2025.

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Kenza Aiteur was a Belgian 2024-25 Fulbright Master's Student at Stanford University where she studied law. When asked to share tips for prospective Fulbright applicants, Kenza replied:

"My advice to anyone considering applying to the Fulbright Program is to go beyond academics and think about the small initiatives you could take to foster mutual understanding between your country and the U.S. Whether it’s promoting your culture, organizing events, or simply creating connections with others, every contribution matters. The Fulbright experience is not only about studying – it’s about building lasting bridges between people."

Are you interested in applying for the Program to the United States? Visit www.fulbright.be to learn more and submit an application. The deadline to apply is 1 December 2025.

While advancing sustainability research at UC Davis, Belgian Fulbright Research Scholar Pieter Nachtergaele developed a novel method to assess biomass-derived chemicals early in their lifecycle and embraced American campus life – from tennis morning to farmer's market visits.

Learn more about Pieter's work and adventures in California at https://www.fulbright.be/stories/developing-a-sustainability-assessment-method-for-biomass-derived-chemicals-at-uc-davis/

Are you interested in applying for the Program to the United States? Visit www.fulbright.be to learn more and submit an application. The deadline to apply is 1 December 2025.

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Are you a Belgian law student or young lawyer? Join us on the evening of Tuesday 4 November to meet representatives from law schools across the USA at the 2025 EducationUSA LL.M. Fair!

Attendance at the EducationUSA LL.M. Fair is free, but registration is required.

More information and registration:
https://www.educationusa.be/llm-fair/