Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): International Foreign Language Education (IFLE): Fulbright-Hays Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad (DDRA) Fellowship Program, Assistance Listing Number 84.022A
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Department of Education (ED)

Award Range

$15K - $60K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The Department of Education is inviting applications for the Fulbright-Hays Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad (DDRA) Fellowship Program, aimed at supporting doctoral students in conducting research abroad in modern foreign languages and area studies. Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education and individual doctoral students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents, in good standing, and planning a teaching career in the U.S. The program is designed to enhance the study of modern foreign languages and area studies in the United States, with approximately $3 million in total funding available for 80 awards ranging from $15,000 to $60,000. Applications are due by January 15, 2025, and interested parties can contact Pamela J. Maimer at DDRA@ed.gov for further information.

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