Fulbright Canada Entrepreneurship Awards for Specialists
Description
The Fulbright Canada Entrepreneurship Award for Americans can also be pursued through the Fulbright Specialist program. The program is designed to support U.S. scholars and professionals who seek to blend their extensive expertise with entrepreneurial pursuits. Specialists are scholars or professionals interested in collaborating on a variety of issues and areas including business affairs and entrepreneurship. As part of the Fulbright Canada Entrepreneurship Initiative (FCEI), this award supports short-term projects at Canadian host institutions.
The Fulbright Canada Entrepreneurship Award for Specialists aims to equip experienced professionals with the tools and knowledge necessary to succeed in entrepreneurial endeavours, fostering positive social and economic change through innovative solutions.
This award provides a unique opportunity for specialists to gain valuable insights into the entrepreneurial process, collaborate with Canadian institutions, and connect with the global Fulbright network.
Benefits
Awardees will benefit from both the academic support of the Fulbright Specialist Program and the entrepreneurial resources of the FCEI:
- Entrepreneurial Support: Receive ongoing entrepreneurial guidance from StartupScience.IO.
- Accelerator Access: Gain entry to Alacrity Canada’s accelerator program offering startups vital support, resources, and mentorship.
- Project Endorsement: Tap into the expertise and networks of venture capitalists.
- Practical Application: Encourages the practical application of research findings to develop and commercialize entrepreneurial projects.
Eligibility
Applicants must be leading U.S. scholars, professionals, or artists with significant experience in their field and possess innovative ideas with the potential for significant social impact.
Applicants must also meet the Fulbright Specialist Award eligibility criteria.
How to apply
Awards are offered on a continuous basis.
Create an online application for the Fulbright Specialist Program to join the Roster. Applications are accepted throughout the year.
Awardees will benefit from both the short-term project support of the Fulbright Specialist Program and the entrepreneurial resources of the FCEI.
Include a paragraph in your project statement to show your interest in applying for the Fulbright Canada Specialist Entrepreneurship Award.
Entrepreneurship Paragraph Guidelines
- Explain the significance and relevance of your project to the field of entrepreneurship.
- How do you expect the Entrepreneurship Initiative will impact you personally and professionally?
- How do you plan to collaborate with institutions, organizations, or entrepreneurs during your residency?
- What resources and support you will need from the FCEI to successfully complete your project?