Explore the many opportunities!

You are encouraged to begin your funding searches and applications at least six months to one year in advance. You are required to apply for funding through Karen Wachsmuth, fellowships and grants manager.

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Contacts

Karen Wachsmuth

Karen Wachsmuth, DMA

Title/Position
Associate Director of International Fellowships
International Programs
Fulbright Program Advisor National Mentor, 2023-25
Fulbright IEA Grantee Japan, 2016
Fulbright U.S. Student Program Adviser and Scholar Liaison
Sylvia Dean

Sylvia Dean

Title/Position
International Grants Assistant
International Programs
Megan Lederman with a group in Vietnam dressed in traditional dress
Megan Lederman (center back) received a 2022-2023 Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship to Vietnam

Types of Awards

From Fulbright awards, to research grants and fellowships, UI International Programs can guide you through the process.

Key Resources

The application process for students seeking international grants, scholarships, and fellowships can seem overwhelming, but there are many on-campus resources available for you!

Award Recipients

Find out which University of Iowa students have won prestigious international fellowships and grants.

International Grants and Fellowships News

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13th Annual Fulbright Intensive U.S. Student Program Workshop to be held January 31

Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Hear from current Fulbright recipients and get guidance from university faculty and staff on the application process for teaching, research, and study opportunities abroad. Open to juniors, seniors, graduate students, and alumni, the workshop aims to support UI students and alumni in securing this prestigious award, with past UI recipients recognized globally for their contributions.
Megan Lederman with a group in Vietnam dressed in traditional dress

Fulbright U.S. Student Program: Learn more at this interactive presentation session

Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Join the virtual Fulbright Group Presentation Session on Tuesday, November 19 to explore funded Fulbright opportunities for U.S. citizens interested in pursuing graduate or professional study, research, or English teaching abroad. This interactive session will cover various Fulbright awards, application steps, and offer guidance from Fulbright Program Advisers.
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Take your research abroad with a Stanley Award - upcoming 2024 info sessions

Thursday, September 5, 2024
The Stanley Undergraduate and Graduate Awards for International Research are given annually to outstanding University of Iowa students for the pursuit of research and learning activities outside of the United States.

Events

Stanley Awards for International Research Information Sessions

Thursday, December 12, 2024 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Virtual
The Stanley Undergraduate and Graduate Awards for International Research are given annually to outstanding University of Iowa students for the pursuit of research and learning activities outside of the United States.

13th Annual Fulbright Intensive U.S. Student Program Workshop

Friday, January 31, 2025 9:30am to 11:30am
Virtual
Would you like to teach English, study, or do research or creative work abroad for an academic year at no cost to you (U.S. citizens only)? Join International Programs at the University of Iowa for the 13th Annual Fulbright Intensive U.S. Student Program Workshop.
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