Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE): International Foreign Language Education (IFLE): Fulbright-Hays Faculty Research Abroad (FRA) Fellowship Program, Assistance Listing Number 84.019A
ID: 357997Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Education (ED)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357997

Additional Information

https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-01-08/pdf/2024-30920.pdf
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Education is offering the Fulbright-Hays Faculty Research Abroad (FRA) Fellowship Program for fiscal year 2025, aimed at enhancing the research capabilities of faculty members at institutions of higher education. This program provides grants to support faculty conducting research abroad, specifically in modern foreign languages and area studies, with a focus on less commonly taught languages and various academic fields. The total estimated funding for this initiative is approximately $750,000, with around 15 awards expected, each averaging $50,000. Interested applicants must submit their applications electronically by March 10, 2025, and can seek guidance through a pre-application webinar. For further information, contact Amy Marrion at the U.S. Department of Education via email at FRA@ed.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    FRA@ed.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    2024-30920.pdf
    The document outlines the Fulbright-Hays Faculty Research Abroad (FRA) Fellowship Program for fiscal year 2025, aimed at enhancing the teaching and research capabilities of faculty at institutions of higher education. The program awards grants for faculty members to conduct research abroad, focusing on modern foreign languages and area studies. Applications must be submitted electronically by March 10, 2025, with a recommended pre-application webinar for guidance. Key priorities include research projects centered on specific geographic regions (e.g., Africa, East Asia) and thematic focuses such as less commonly taught languages and various academic fields, including sciences and social issues. The total funding available is approximately $750,000, intending to support around 15 awards, each averaging $50,000. Eligible applicants include faculty members who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents, with specific language skills and relevant teaching experience. An emphasis is placed on nondiscrimination in funding and compliance with civil rights laws. The application review will assess the quality of proposed research, applicant qualifications, and adherence to specific competitive preferences, ensuring alignment with program goals and enhancing educational resource equity. This initiative exemplifies the federal commitment to strengthen global educational opportunities and enhance U.S. academia's engagement with international research contexts.
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