The Fulbright Postdoctoral Scholarship (funded by the University of Newcastle) supports two postdoctoral scholars to undertake research in a priority research area at the University of Newcastle, Australia. This award provides scholars with the opportunity to contribute to the bilateral relationship between the United States and Australia during a 4–10-month program.  

The Fulbright Scholar Award (funded by Central Queensland University - CQU) enables exceptional U.S. scholars to undertake research at one of CQU’s regional or metropolitan campuses.

The Fulbright Scholar Award (funded by the Regional Universities Network of Australia – RUN) supports research projects undertaken at any of the network’s six member institutions. This award is open to tenured U.S.

The Fulbright Postdoctoral Scholarship (funded by Deakin University) enables postdoctoral candidates from the U.S to undertake research at Deakin University for 6-10 months. Projects must be of high academic quality, align with Deakin’s research strengths, and enhance U.S-Australia bilateral relations. 

The Fulbright Scholar Award (funded by the University of Canberra) enables exceptional U.S. scholars to undertake research at the University of Canberra in key research areas.

The Fulbright Scholar Award (funded by Curtin University) enables exceptional U.S. scholars to undertake research at Curtin University in the areas of resources and energy.

The Fulbright Don DeBats Distinguished Chair in Politics and Public Policy (funded by Flinders University) supports outstanding U.S. full or associate professors with distinguished academic careers and significant publication and teaching records to conduct collaborative research at Flinders University for 4-5 months.  

Each year, the Australian-American Fulbright Commission awards several Postdoctoral (General Category) awards. These awards are available in any discipline and sponsor research programs that enhance bilateral relations and embody the mission of the Fulbright program.