Guatemala
2 Open Study/Research Award
Accepted Degree Levels
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Grant PeriodJanuary StartGrant Length10 Months |
Award Type
Award Profile
All applicants are required to demonstrate the relevance of their projects for the Fulbright Program's mandate, which is to enhance mutual understanding between the two countries. Proposals to conduct research in Guatemala either independently or as part of the candidate's current graduate program will be considered.
Applications in all fields will be accepted. However, projects in Political Science, Social Science/Sociology and Economics, particularly those that deal with governance, economic development, and citizen security, are preferred.
Grant Length
Grant Period
10 months.
Candidates should plan to attend a mandatory arrival orientation and begin their assignments in Guatemala in January 2027. Arrivals prior to January 10 are strongly discouraged and alternate start dates will not be considered except in the most extraordinary circumstances.
Orientation
As a condition of the grant, all grantees to Guatemala are required to participate in the Pre-Departure Orientation in the U.S.
Candidate Profile
Candidates should be open to new experiences and building relationships within small and often humble communities. Intermediate proficiency in Spanish is considered important in the selection of finalists. Applications from all degree levels are welcome.
What is life like for Fulbrighters in the host country?
Applicants are expected to research their host country. Application materials should indicate a clear commitment to the host country community and a description of how you will engage with it.
Fulbrighters typically get very involved and volunteer in their communities. Many enjoy teaching English and participating in cultural events. It is also important that Fulbrighters to Guatemala be open-minded and feel comfortable dealing with potential bureaucracy within the host institution.
Eligibility
Degree Level of Applicant
- Bachelor's
- Master's
- Doctoral
Foreign Language Evaluation (FLE) Form
If required, submission of the Foreign Language Evaluation (FLE) form is mandatory, even if you have advanced skills or are a native speaker of the language. Failure to submit the required FLE form may impact your eligibility.
Additional Information: Higher level proficiency may be necessary depending on the requirements of the proposed project. Applicants should discuss plans for language study between the time of application and the commencement of the grant with the Language Self-Evaluation. A Foreign Language Evaluation by a college level Spanish language instructor is also required.
Foreign Language Proficiency Level by Grant Start
If a Foreign Language Evaluation (FLE) form is Required, applicants must have the following proficiency level by the start of the grant period. If a Foreign Language Evaluation (FLE) form is Recommended, applicants are encouraged but not required to have the following level by the start of the grant period.
Fulbright Proposal Types
Yes
No
Affiliation
Applicants are responsible for arranging their own affiliations with an academic institution, research facility, or another appropriate organization, and for submitting a letter of affiliation by the application deadline.
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.
- Research/Materials allowance
- Settling in allowance
- USD 2,050 base allowance to cover round-trip international travel, transit, excess baggage, settling-in expenses
- USD 1,500 Research 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.
Please visit this website to help estimate the cost of living, meals, and incidentals in different major cities in Guatemala. Significant differences can exist in smaller towns where costs tend to be lower.
Dependents
Housing Arrangements
Grantees are responsible for making their own housing arrangements.
Specific Considerations
Because of the ongoing threat of violent crime, Guatemala is rated by the U.S. Department of State as "Level 3: Reconsider Travel." Applicants should clearly state in their research proposal that they have read and understand the safety and security information found on travel.state.gov.