Latvia
1 Open Study/Research Award
Accepted Degree Levels
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Grant PeriodSeptember StartGrant Length9 Months |
Award Type
Award Profile
The Fulbright study and research program in Latvia gives participants the opportunity to complete research and study for one academic year at a university or relevant non-university institution, such as a research lab, archive, library, or museum. During the 9-month grant period (usually starting in September) grantees can broaden their professional, scientific, and artistic skills.
Grant Length
Grant Period
The grant period will be September to June.
Orientation
All grantees are required to attend a Fulbright pre-departure orientation in June or July as a condition of their grant, as well as an in-country orientation in September. The pre-departure orientation is organized by IIE, virtual or in-person.
Candidate Profile
Well-qualified candidates at all degree levels, including doctoral to the dissertation level, will be considered. Graduate-level students are preferred. Candidates must be mature, self-motivated individuals who are capable of working independently.
Eligibility
12 Months
Accepted Degree Levels
- Bachelor's
- Master's
- Doctoral
Foreign Language Proficiency
Additional Information: Latvian language proficiency (or Russian in certain communities) is not required unless necessary for the successful completion of the project. However, some study of either language prior to arrival is encouraged to promote deeper engagement with the host community.
For programs in Latvian higher education institutions that are taught in English, Latvian language skills are not required. For enrollment in institutions that teach in Latvian, applicants must have the necessary language skills. There is a possibility that U.S. Students will be provided with a stipend to study the local language while in-country.
Fulbright Proposal Types
Yes
Yes
Affiliation
Letter recommended but not required at deadline
Letter recommended but not required at deadline
A number of Latvian archives, libraries, museums, and research centers are available for research in the fields of History, Music, Latvian Language, and Political Science.
Applicants are encouraged to arrange their own affiliation and to submit letters of invitation/affiliation with their application. Otherwise, they may indicate preferences for affiliation if an invitation is not available. When applicants do not indicate a host institution preference, the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy will seek the most appropriate placements.
Affiliation Fees/Tuition
Housing Arrangements
Grantees will be responsible for finding their own housing in the country. The U.S. Embassy and host institution will provide helpful tips on how to find a suitable housing.
Dependents
Fulbright Program Management Contact
Fulbright Commission/U.S. Embassy Website
Fulbright Commission/U.S. Embassy Contact
Additional Online Resources
Study in Latvia: http://www.studyinlatvia.lv/
Ministry of Education and Science: http://izm.gov.lv/en/education