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Fulbright-National Archives Heritage Science Fellowship

The Fulbright-National Archives Heritage Science Fellowship is open to researchers and professionals from eligible countries (Argentina, Chile, India, Nepal, Slovenia, UK, Uzbekistan) for research in the United States. Applications must be submitted by November 16, 2026, for a program starting in September 2027.

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Country of study: United States · College Park
Accepted nationalities: Argentina, Chile, India, Nepal, Slovenia, United Kingdom and Uzbekistan
Required country of residence: Argentina, Chile, India, Nepal, Slovenia, United Kingdom and Uzbekistan
Degree already heldRequired: Master’s
Target level: Researcher
Fields of study: Sciences, Engineering and Humanities
Work experience: Past experience with heritage science or archival research is preferred, but not required.
Other conditions: Eligible candidates will be researchers or professionals in heritage science or related technical fields.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Eligible candidates will be researchers or professionals in heritage science or related technical fields

The real funding

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Paid: Plane ticket and insurance

Dates

Applications close: 16 November 2026 at 17:00 GMT-5 (America/New York)
Studies start: The fellowship begins in September 2027

Application steps

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Step 1: Create an account and select Fulbright-National Archives from the Award drop-down menu on the Country Information page.
With whom
Applicants
By when
16 November 2026 at 17:00 GMT-5 (America/New York)
Official link
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Step 2: Submit the online application with all required components
With whom
Applicants
By when
16 November 2026 at 17:00 GMT-5 (America/New York)
Documents to provide
Biographical Information
Academic & Professional background information
Curriculum Vitae
English Language Skills Self-Assessment
Project Proposal (3–5-page essay)
Bibliography (1-3 pages)
Letter of Support from the home institution
Two Letters of Recommendation
Official link
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Where to apply

U.S. Department of State (opens in a new tab) · National Archives and Records Administration

Official title (in English): Fulbright-National Archives Heritage Science Fellowship

Edition 2027-2028 · Verified on 1 November 2026

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Information backed: Work experience
Past experience with heritage science or archival research is preferred, but not required.
fulbrightscholars.org/fulbrightnationalarchives (opens in a new tab)Consulted on 1 November 2026
Information backed: Fields of study
Heritage science is an interdisciplinary field spanning the humanities and sciences. It focuses on enhancing the care, use, and management of cultural and historic objects using the tools and technology of math, science, and engineering disciplines.
fulbrightscholars.org/fulbrightnationalarchives (opens in a new tab)Consulted on 1 November 2026
Information backed: Accepted nationalities
Eligible candidates will be researchers or professionals in heritage science or related technical fields, and be a citizen of and resident in one of the following countries: Argentina, Chile, India, Nepal, Slovenia, United Kingdom, Uzbekistan.
fulbrightscholars.org/fulbrightnationalarchives (opens in a new tab)Consulted on 1 November 2026
Information backed: Other conditions
Eligible candidates will be researchers or professionals in heritage science or related technical fields
fulbrightscholars.org/fulbrightnationalarchives (opens in a new tab)Consulted on 1 November 2026
Information backed: criteria.requiredLevelRequirement
A Master’s degree is required, but Ph.D. or equivalent professional experience is preferred.
fulbrightscholars.org/fulbrightnationalarchives (opens in a new tab)Consulted on 1 November 2026
Information backed: Degree already held
A Master’s degree is required, but Ph.D. or equivalent professional experience is preferred.
fulbrightscholars.org/fulbrightnationalarchives (opens in a new tab)Consulted on 1 November 2026
Information backed: Required country of residence
Eligible candidates will be researchers or professionals in heritage science or related technical fields, and be a citizen of and resident in one of the following countries: Argentina, Chile, India, Nepal, Slovenia, United Kingdom, Uzbekistan.
fulbrightscholars.org/fulbrightnationalarchives (opens in a new tab)Consulted on 1 November 2026
Information backed: Applications close
The application deadline is November 16, 2026, at 5pm Eastern Time.
fulbrightscholars.org/fulbrightnationalarchives (opens in a new tab)Consulted on 1 November 2026
Information backed: Studies start
Minimum of 5 months, maximum of 12 months beginning September 2027
fulbrightscholars.org/fulbrightnationalarchives (opens in a new tab)Consulted on 1 November 2026
Information backed: dates.timezone
5pm Eastern Time
fulbrightscholars.org/fulbrightnationalarchives (opens in a new tab)Consulted on 1 November 2026
Information backed: Insurance
The selected participant will receive J-1 visa sponsorship, J-1 visa compliant health benefits, and round-trip international travel to the United States.
fulbrightscholars.org/fulbrightnationalarchives (opens in a new tab)Consulted on 1 November 2026
Information backed: Plane ticket
The selected participant will receive J-1 visa sponsorship, J-1 visa compliant health benefits, and round-trip international travel to the United States.
fulbrightscholars.org/fulbrightnationalarchives (opens in a new tab)Consulted on 1 November 2026
Information backed: Step 1
Once you have started your application, make sure to select Fulbright-National Archives from the Award drop-down menu on the Country Information page.
fulbrightscholars.org/fulbrightnationalarchives (opens in a new tab)Consulted on 1 November 2026
Information backed: Step 2
The application is completed online through the Slate application system. Applicants will be required to provide: Biographical Information
fulbrightscholars.org/fulbrightnationalarchives (opens in a new tab)Consulted on 1 November 2026
Information backed: studyCountries
The National Archives and Records Administration Heritage Science Research and Testing Lab is located just outside of Washington, D.C. in College Park, Maryland.
fulbrightscholars.org/fulbrightnationalarchives (opens in a new tab)Consulted on 1 November 2026