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Namibia
Number of recipients
In addition to being a prestigious academic exchange program, the Fulbright Program is designed to expand and strengthen relationships between the people of the United States and citizens of other nations and to promote international understanding and cooperation. To support this mission, Fulbright Scholars may be asked to give public talks, mentor students, and otherwise engage with the host community, in addition to their primary activities.
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in any of a wide range of disciplines offered at the host institution. Conduct research in area of specialization and collaborate with faculty and, as appropriate, students on research and program development.
Please see the Additional Comments under Award Requirements for institution contact information.
Grants may begin in January 2026 in accordance with the host institution's schedule.
Scholars are encouraged to contact host institutions for more information and to determine if their disciplines and specializations are of interest.
Applications are encouraged in the following disciplines: Biology, Business, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Information Sytems, Medical Science, Psychology, Public Administration, Social Work, and Urban Planning.
Namibia University of Science and Technology: Applications are sought in all disciplines.
University of Namibia: Applications are sought in all disciplines.
All applicants must meet the Program eligibility requirements (click to review the requirements).
All teaching will be in English; proficiency in another language is not required.
Scholars with at least two years of postdoctoral university or college teaching experience are preferred.
Round-trip, economy-class, international travel arranged by travel agent designated by IIE, for scholar and up to two accompanying dependents. A $2,850 allowance will be provided to cover the costs associated with relocation and excess baggage.
$1,000 books and educational materials allowance; if possible, educational materials should be donated to the host institution (or other entity) upon grantee's departure. (For Teaching and Teaching/Research awards)
Additional living and housing allowance is provided for grantees with one accompanying dependent or two or more accompanying dependents. These amounts range from $200/month to $500/month.
In addition, round-trip, economy class travel is provided for up to two dependents.
Dependent education allowance of up to $12,500 per child or $25,000 per family for accompanying dependents in grades K-12 is reimbursed for a full academic year, upon submission of receipts, and depending on funding availability. Amount may be adjusted for shorter grant periods. Reimbursement is based on actual cost of tuition and fees only.
Dependents must accompany the grantee for at least 80% of the period abroad and a minimum of one semester in order to qualify for additional dependent benefits. Dependent benefits are not provided to Flex grantees.
When university housing is provided to Fulbright Scholars, grantees will receive a supplemental housing allowance in lieu of a full housing allowance for refurbishments, utilities, and other miscellaneous expenses that arise. The full housing allowance will not be provided to grantees if they elect to decline on-campus or university housing.
Please refer to the figures above for an estimate of total monthly Fulbright award benefits. Benefits may include a monthly base stipend, living and housing allowances, and additional one-time allowances. Benefits may vary based on a scholar's current academic rank (or professional equivalent), the city of placement, the type of award (teaching, teaching/research, or research), and the number of and duration of stay of accompanying dependents. Research-only or Professional Project grantees receive a standard stipend that is not adjusted for academic rank. In most cases, dependent benefits will not be provided to Flex grantees, or to grantees pursuing grants less than four months (or a semester) in length.
Final grant amounts will be determined prior to the start of the academic year and are subject to the availability of funds. The United States Department of State reserves the right to alter, without notice, participating countries, number of awards and allowances.
Namibia
Namibia enjoys good governance and strong democratic institutions. However, as a relatively young country, education development and building professional capacity remain top priorities of the U.S. Embassy. The Fulbright program is one of our flagship programs and has contributed significantly to improving tertiary education and increasing mutual understanding between the people of Namibia and the United States. The Public Affairs Office at the U.S. Embassy works closely with the University of Namibia and the Namibia University of Science and Technology to ensure that a Fulbright Scholar’s stay in Namibia is as comfortable and memorable as possible, and is equally beneficial to the Scholar and their family.
The academic calendar at the University of Namibia is a semester system from mid-January to early June and mid-July to mid-December. At the Namibia University of Science and Technology, the academic calendar is a semester system from early February to early July and mid-July to the end of November.
The Windhoek International School is available for dependent children in grades K-12 who accompany the Scholar.
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Scholars are encouraged to contact host institutions for more information and to determine if their disciplines and specializations are of interest. Letter of Invitation is strongly preferred.
Namibia University of Science and Technology
Dr. Marius Kudumo
Email: mkudumo@nust.na
Theodora Nandjaa-Mweuta, Coordinator International Relations
Email: tnandjaa@nust.na
Tel: 264 (0) 61 207 2494
University of Namibia, Windhoek
Dr. Keneth Matengu, Director External and International Relations
Email: kmatengu@unam.na
Tel: +264 (0) 61 206 3944
Dr. Romanus Shivoro, External Relations Coordinator
Email: rshivoro@unam.na
Tel: +264 (0) 61 206 3944