Leifur Eiríksson Foundation Fellowships Grant

Leifur Eiríksson Foundation Fellowships Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Leifur Eiriksson Foundation
Amount: Up to US $25,000
Last Updated: July 28, 2025

Summary

The Leifur Eiríksson Foundation Fellowship supports U.S. and Icelandic scholars in graduate research or study exchanges between the two countries. Applicants must be enrolled in accredited institutions and demonstrate a well-defined research project. The fellowship covers up to $25,000 in costs, including travel. The program promotes academic collaboration and cultural exchange, helping scholars enhance their education while fostering international relationships. Applications must be submitted by the deadline with all required documentation.

Overview

NOTE: Applications must be received by the deadline.Supporting documents, i.e. letters of reference and transcripts, must be received by a later date. Leifur Eiríksson Foundation Fellowship The Leifur Eiríksson Foundation funds scholars who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents from U.S. universities for graduate research or study at universities in Iceland, and scholars who are Icelandic citizens or permanent residents from universities in Iceland to conduct graduate research or study at universities in the United States. Funding A committee of experts, comprised of former Leifur Eiriksson scholars, evaluate scholarship applications and make a proposal to the Foundation´s Board of Trustees. Up to $25,000 in project costs, including travel to and from the research or study site will be paid on the scholar’s behalf.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and/or physical disability. Applicants must meet all of the following eligibility requirements.Admitted to a graduate program at an accredited institution of higher education in the United States or Iceland prior to receiving the first payment of the Fellowship A well-defined research or scholarly project that necessitates an exchange to the host country English language proficiency An undergraduate (bachelor’s) degree must be completed by the start of the exchangeTravel costs are provided only for the scholar or fellow; no allowances are made for spouses, partners, or individuals who are not engaged in the scholarly endeavor.