Zambia
Open Study/Research Award
Accepted Degree Levels
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Grant PeriodFlexible StartGrant Length6-9 Months |
Award Type
Award Profile
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program in Zambia aims to strengthen educational and cultural relationships between the United States and Zambia.
Applications are sought in all appropriate disciplines, but those in the following disciplines are preferred: Agriculture, Business Administration, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Information Sciences, Journalism, Law and Human Rights, Political Science, Public Administration, Teacher Education and Curriculum Development, and Urban and Regional Planning.
Grant Length
Grant Period
Fulbright grants begin between August 2025 and March 2026, subject to the approval of the U.S. Embassy in Lusaka.
Orientation
As a condition of their grants, all grantees may be required to participate in a Pre-Departure Orientation during the summer of 2025.
What is life like for Fulbrighters in the host country?
Zambia is a landlocked country in southern Africa with a tropical climate. Its terrain consists mostly of high plateaus with some hills and mountains, dissected by river valleys. The official language of Zambia is English, which is used to conduct official business and is the medium of instruction in schools. Zambia is generally a peaceful country, although pockets of violence may occur during the time leading to general elections. Politics in Zambia take place in a framework of a presidential representative democratic republic, whereby the President of Zambia is both head of state and head of government in a pluriform multi-party system. The government exercises executive power, while legislative power is vested in both the government and parliament.
Eligibility
Degree Level of Applicant
- Bachelor's
- Master's
- Doctoral
Foreign Language Proficiency
Additional Information: Although English is the official language, knowledge of an indigenous language may be useful or necessary for certain projects, especially outside of urban areas.
Fulbright Proposal Types
Yes
No
Affiliation
Letter recommended but not required at deadline
It is the applicant’s responsibility to secure affiliation with an educational institution, research facility, or other appropriate institution. It is strongly recommended that they include affiliation letters with their Fulbright applications.
Two possible universities with which to affiliate are Copperbelt University (CBU) and the University of Zambia (UNZA). Copperbelt University, located in Kitwe, is at the heart of Zambia's mining sector. It is the second-largest of the state-run universities in Zambia, with more than 7,000 students. The University of Zambia, in Lusaka, is the nation's largest public university.
Affiliation Fees/Tuition
Award Benefits
- A stipend broadly based on the cost of living in the host country. These funds may be used by the grantee to support housing, meals, and incidental costs during the grant period.
- International travel benefits
- Accident & sickness health benefits
- 24/7 mental health support line for urgent and non-urgent situations
- 12 months of non-competitive eligibility (NCE) hiring status within the federal government
Stipend Amount
This is an estimated amount and is subject to change. The financial terms of the grant will be confirmed in the grant document issued after selection.
One-Time Allowances
This is an estimated amount and is subject to change. The financial terms of the grant will be confirmed in the grant document issued after selection.
- Excess baggage fees
- Registration/Permitting fees
- Research/Materials allowance
- Settling in allowance
Estimated Cost of Living
Consider using cost of living comparison websites to gain a better understanding of the potential costs in your host country.