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North Macedonia
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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-level courses and consult on curriculum development. Conduct research in area of specialization. For Flex grants, see Flex Option box.
Scholars selected for this grant will be required to attend a mandatory Pre-Departure Orientation in Summer 2027.
Any appropriate institution. Affiliation to be determined by the U.S. Embassy in Skopje, but applicants may indicate preference. Potential host universities include:
1. University of Ss. Cyril and Methodius, Skopje
Contact: Ms. Elena Damjanoska, Office for International Cooperation, edamjanoska@ukim.edu.mk
Contact: Ms. Hatibe Deari, Office for International Cooperation, international@unite.edu.mk
3. University of St. Kliment Ohridski, Bitola
Contact: Nurten Sulejmani, International Relations Officer, nurten.sulejmani@uklo.edu.mk
4. South East European University, Tetovo
Contact: Mr. Bujar Sinani, Head of International Relations, bujar.sinani@seeu.edu.mk
5. Goce Delcev University, Stip
Contact: Ms. Biljana Conevska Gunjovska, Coordinator for administrative and legal affairs, Rector's office, biljana.conevska@ugd.edu.mk
Contact: Dr. Diturije Ismaili, Vice Rector for International Relations, diturije.ismaili@unt.edu.mk
Four to nine months. For Flex grants, see Flex Option box.
One-semester grants must begin in October 2027 or February 2028; two-semester grants must begin in October 2027.
The Flex Award is designed for scholars who require multiple visits to the host country. This option allows grants to be conducted over two or three short segments. Applicants must select Flex in the application form, and clearly describe their plans for Flex in their project statement, including a project timeline. Flex grantees may be asked to give public talks, mentor students, and otherwise engage with the host-country academic community.
North Macedonia is relevant to a wide range of cooperation fields. We are especially interested in specializations that support economic growth, border and information security, countering transnational threats, and the responsible integration of emerging technologies including AI. However, applications from all disciplines are welcome.
North Macedonia is relevant to a wide range of cooperation fields. We are especially interested in specializations that support economic growth, border and information security, countering transnational threats, and the responsible integration of emerging technologies including AI. However, applications from all disciplines are welcome.
All applicants must meet the Program eligibility requirements (click to review the requirements).
It is not a requirement, but it is an advantage if the candidate has a letter of invitation.
English should be sufficient for teaching; however, interpreters will be provided for classes if needed. For research, language proficiency sufficient to complete the proposed project is required. For applicants without local language proficiency, feasibility of conducting the project must be demonstrated in the project statement.
Teaching experience is required and a PhD is preferred.
Post contact: Gazmend Ilazi, Exchanges and Alumni Coordinator, e-mail: ilazig@state.gov
Potential host universities include:
1. University of Ss. Cyril and Methodius, Skopje
Contact: Ms. Marija Cenevska, Office for International Cooperation, mcenevska@ukim.edu.mk
2. University of St. Kliment Ohridski, Bitola
Contact: Kaliopa Krivasija-Stilinovic, Head of Academic and International Relations Issues Department, kaliopa.stilinovic@uklo.edu.mk
3. South East European University, Tetovo
Contact: Mr. Bujar Sinani, Head of International Relations, bujar.sinani@seeu.edu.mk
Contact: Ms. Hatibe Deari, Office for International Cooperation, international@unite.edu.mk
5. Goce Delcev University, Stip
Contact: Ms. Milkica Milenkoska, Head of Rector's Cabinet, milkica.milenkoska@ugd.edu.mk
Grant benefits include a monthly maintenance allowance, comprised of a base stipend and living and housing allowances. The base stipend varies based on a scholar's current academic rank (or professional equivalent). Living and housing allowances vary based on the city of placement, and the number of accompanying dependents. Dependent housing and living allowances will not be provided to Flex grantees.
$3,950
For Flex grants: round trip travel will be included for each segment of the grant.
$750 books and educational materials allowance for teaching and teaching/research grants; should be donated to the host institution (or other entity) upon grantee's departure.
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 $275/month.
In addition, travel allowances are provided for dependents: $2,750 for one dependent and $5,500 for two or more dependents.
Dependent education for accompanying dependents in grades K-12 may be reimbursed, up to $5,000 maximum for one semester, $10,000 maximum for a full academic year, upon submission of receipts and depending on funding availability. Reimbursement is based on actual costs.
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.
Recent Fulbright scholars report that the provided scholarship covers all regular and daily costs including housing, utilities, meal, and other expenses.
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.
North Macedonia
North Macedonia occupies a strategic location in the Balkans. Awardees will have contact with a range of ethnic, linguistic, and socio-economic groups that represent the entire region. The country is in the process of restructuring its legal system, adjusting its economic and educational institutions, and addressing long-standing internal tensions. These changes will present unique opportunities to any award recipient.
For further information contact Gazmend Ilazi, Exchanges and Alumni Coordinator, ilazig@state.gov or Charles M Santiago Morales, Public Diplomacy Officer, santiagocm@state.gov; https://mk.usembassy.gov/
U.S. Fulbright scholar alumni: Jim Lofton, jim.lofton12@gmail.com; Judithanne Scourfield McLauchlan, dr_jsm@fulbrightmail.org; Miranda Spivack, mirandaspivack@yahoo.com; Christina Wassenaar, christina.l.wassenaar@gmail.com, David Siegel, dsiegel@nesl.edu, Marvin E Gonzalez gonzalezm@cofc.edu
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