Program Overview

The Fulbright U.S. Student Researcher Program provides grants for individually designed research projects abroad. In Nepal, the program offers American graduate students and graduating seniors the opportunity to engage in in-depth research while experiencing the country’s rich cultural, social, and academic landscape.

Participants collaborate with local institutions, scholars, and communities, contributing to knowledge exchange and fostering long-term cross-cultural partnerships.

Learn more: Nepal Awards

Why Choose Nepal?

Nepal offers a unique setting for research across disciplines—from Himalayan ecology and climate change to cultural heritage, public health, and social transformation. Researchers benefit from:

• Diverse geographic and cultural contexts
• Access to local expertise and institutions
• Opportunities for meaningful community engagement

Past Grantees

The profiles of the past grantees can be viewed here.

Contact the Fulbright Commission in Nepal:

We’re happy to support you. Contact us at fulbcomm@fulbrightnepal.com.np