Fulbright Belgium and Luxembourg

21/09/2026

The Fulbright Commission in Brussels is excited to announce the opening of the Fulbright competition for the 2027-28 academic year. Applications are now open for Belgian and Luxembourgish citizens interested in applying to study, research, or lecture in the United States through the Fulbright Foreign Student and Visiting Scholar Program. Awards are also available for citizens of EU Member States through the Fulbright Schuman Program.

Interested? Visit www.fulbright.be to learn more about the Fulbright Belgium and Luxembourg Programs. Go to www.fulbrightschuman.eu to learn more about the Fulbright Schuman Program.

Applications are due by noon CET on 1 December 2026.

30/06/2026

The Commission for Educational Exchange between the U.S., Belgium and Luxembourg is looking to hire a Program Assistant to begin at our offices in Brussels on 1 October 2026.

Learn more at https://www.fulbright.be/news/job-posting-program-assistant/.

27/05/2026

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.

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....

06/05/2026

Meet William Krantz, Professor Emeritus at the University of Colorado Boulder, who has travelled to Belgium through the Fulbright Specialist Program. As a Fulbright Specialist to both the Universiteit Gent and KU Leuven, Professor Krantz has consulted with university faculty and hosted workshops on oral communication skills and technical report writing. These practical skills will help graduate students in their careers inside and outside of academia.

Thank you for sharing this great example of academic cooperation between the USA and Belgium!

The Fulbright Program
US Embassy Brussels
World Learning

28/04/2026

Meet "Prof K" aka William Krantz, Professor Emeritus at the University of Colorado Boulder, who has travelled to Belgium through the Fulbright Specialist Program. As a Fulbright Specialist to both the Universiteit Gent and KU Leuven, Professor Krantz has consulted with university faculty and hosted workshops on oral communication skills and technical report writing. These practical skills will help graduate students in their careers inside and outside of academia.

Thank you for sharing this great example of academic cooperation between the USA and Belgium!

The Fulbright Program
US Embassy Brussels
World Learning

02/04/2026

Meet David Wischer, an Associate Professor of Digital and Print Media at the University of Kentucky, who has travelled to Belgium through the Fulbright Specialist Program. As a Fulbright Specialist to the Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp, Professor Wischer is conducting workshops and master classes with students and faculty while also helping the institution to develop a new interdisciplinary joint master's program.

Thank you for sharing this great example of academic cooperation between the USA and Belgium!

The Fulbright Program
US Embassy Brussels
World Learning

20/11/2025

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.

18/11/2025

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.

06/11/2025

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.

04/11/2025

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.