Deadline:
November 15, 2024
Location(s)
United States of America
Overview
The oldest scholarship program of the Kosciuszko Foundation, the Exchange Program to the United States, enables Polish scholars to carry out research, artistic or study projects at accredited institutions of higher learning in the United States.
Details
The KF Exchange Program to the United States, enables Polish scholars to pursue research, artistic or study projects in US institutions. Every year, we award approximately 40 scholars with grants and fellowships worth over $600,000. Our awardees conduct their research at top-ranking universities, including Stanford University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Harvard University, Yale University, University of California (Berkeley), Columbia University, University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), Duke University and Cornell University.
The Kosciuszko Foundation Fellowships for:
- postdoctoral research in the U.S. for 3 – 6 months
- advanced post-doctoral fellows, instructors and assistant professors (or equivalent)
- must hold a doctorate degree at the time of application
The Kosciuszko Foundation Grants for:
- graduate research in the U.S. for 3 – 6 months
- graduate students and research staff
- must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent at the time of application
The Kosciuszko Foundation Teaching Fellowships for:
- faculty members to teach classes at U.S. universities, for up to 9 months
- the lectures should focus on Polish Studies, including Polish language teaching and Polish culture
- Teaching Fellows may pursue research while lecturing
There are no restrictions to fields of study/research for any of the above grants and fellowships.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY
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The Kosciuszko Foundation follows a policy of equal opportunity and does not discriminate against any person because of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age.
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Only Polish citizens and “Karta Polaka” holders permanently residing in Poland are eligible. Poles living outside of Poland may NOT participate in this program.
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Dual citizens (the United States and Poland) as well as individuals holding the United States permanent residency status (Green Card) are not eligible. For scholarships for American citizens, please visit our Domestic Scholarships Programs.
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Applicants must hold at least M.A. or M.S. degree. The preference is given to doctoral or postdoctoral candidates.
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Candidates need to submit a certificate of employment or enrollment in doctoral studies issued by a Polish academic institution.
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Applicants must have strong English language proficiency, sufficient to participate effectively in formal and informal conversations on practical, social, and professional topics and to carry out the proposed study/research. English proficiency will be assessed during personal interviews in Warsaw.
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An applicant has to be eligible for the U.S. exchange visitor J-1 visa.
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There are no restrictions to fields of study/research.
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Repeat participation – All participants are subject to a 3-year ban on “repeat participation,” which means you can apply for another KF grant or fellowship only after three full years since the completion of the KF grant/fellowship.
SELECTION CRITERIA
In addition to academic excellence, the Kosciuszko Foundation is also looking for ambassadorial skills and a desire to further the Kosciuszko Foundation's mission upon return to Poland.
Candidates are selected based on various factors, which may include but are not limited to:
- Academic requirements
- Project feasibility
- Site of acceptance
- Personal qualifications (maturity, adaptability, communication skills, ambassadorial qualities)
- English language proficiency
- Available funds
Dates
Deadline: November 15, 2024
Cost/funding for participants
AWARD ENTITLEMENTS
- Fellowships and grants are awarded for up to 6 months; only Teaching Fellowships are awarded for up to 9 months.
- Monthly grant amount is usually around $4,000 per month to cover living/accommodation costs and may depend on the location,
- Access to the Kosciuszko Alumni in the U.S. and Poland for social and professional networking.
- Assistance of the Kosciuszko Foundation with administration, visas and general inquiries.
- The award cannot be paid prior to arrival in the United States.
AWARD EXCLUSIONS
The grants/fellowships do not cover:
- Travel and living expenses of dependents.
- Short-term academic visits to present a paper at a conference or attend a seminar or training,
- Publications.
Un-save Opportunity
Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.
