Thai Host Institutions
Higher Education institutions are instrumental
to the success of the Fulbright mission.
They are key allies in advancing the goal of sharing knowledge
across communities, promoting mutual understanding across nations and improving lives around the world.
WHO CAN BE
A HOST INSTITUTION?
Thai institutions that wish to strengthen academic collaboration, research, and curriculum development with partners in the United States.
HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
RESEARCH CENTERS & ACADEMIC UNITS
WHY HOST A FULBRIGHTER ?
ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT
GAIN FRESH PERSPECTIVES AND EXPERTISE FROM U.S. SCHOLARS AND PROFESSIONALS
CAPACITY BUILDING
ENHANCE TEACHING, RESEARCH, AND INSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
GLOBAL VISIBILITY
STRENGTHEN YOUR INSTITUTION'S INTERNATIONAL PROFILE BY CONNECTING THE PRESTIGIOUS FULBRIGHT NETWORK
CULTURAL EXCHANGE
PROMOTE
CROSS-CULTURAL UNDERSTANDING AND GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP
INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION
BUILD LASTING PARTNERSHIPS WITH U.S. INSTITUTIONS AND NETWORKS
COMMUNITY IMPACT
CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS, FACULTY, AND LOCAL COMMUNITIES TO ENGAGE WITH DIVERSE IDEAS AND APPROACHES
PROGRAM OPTIONS
FOR THAI INSTITUTE
Find a Fulbright program that fits your goals
1.
SHORT-TERM, FOCUSED ENGAGEMENT
Prospective Host: Universities, Government Agencies, NGOs
U.S. Specialist Program
2-6 weeks
The Program offers short-term, on-demand expertise to host institutions. It allows American scholars and professionals to participate without long absences and provides host institutions with experienced partners for focused, high-impact collaboration. Universities, government agencies (e.g. ministry, research center, museums, conservatories, hospital and public health organization), and non-profit organizations may apply to host a U.S. specialist. Typically, the host institution provides local accommodation, meals, and transportation, either in cash or in kind, while Fulbright covers the honorarium, international flights, visas, and other travel-related expenses.
2.
U.S. Scholar
Program
4-6 months
LONGER-TERM ACADEMIC ENGAGEMENT
Prospective Host: Universities, Government Agencies, NGOs
Through the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program, institutions can host exceptional American professors who inspire new ideas and enrich academic life by inviting them to apply for the U.S. Visiting Scholar Programs. Join this global exchange to spark innovation, strengthen partnerships, and create lasting impact.
3.
English Teaching Assistant (ETA) Program
1 year
THAI-U.S. CROSS-CULTURAL ENRICHMENT
Prospective Host: Public Schools
The ETA Program inspires Thai students across primary, secondary, and vocational levels to embrace English and pursue lifelong learning through the lens of American culture. By inviting ETAs to immerse themselves in the Thai way of life, this exchange strengthens the bonds between our nations and fulfills Fulbright’s mission of building mutual understanding and lasting impact.