Scholars-in-Residence Program at the Columbia Global Centers

Applications are now open for 2027 Scholars-in-Residence awards!

Learn more about how to apply for this opportunity.

Would you like to travel internationally to advance your research, build partnerships, or develop new educational experiences for Columbia students?

Columbia Global’s Scholars-in-Residence program offers full-time faculty and researchers across Columbia University the opportunity to advance their teaching, research and professional work, while immersing themselves in the academic and cultural environment of a Columbia Global Center. 

Each scholar-in-residence will spend anywhere between 10 days and eight weeks at a Columbia Global Center and receive up to $5,000 to support travel, accommodation and project-related expenses. 

Previous Scholars-in-Residence have: 

  • Designed a travel seminar on Qing imperial architecture in Beijing
  • Led a glacier field trip and film event as part of a future “Santiago Water Crisis” course in Santiago 
  • Conducted dozens of interviews with NGOs, scholars, and government officials on HIV prevention services in Nairobi
  • Led a seminar on ancient Greek philosophy in collaboration with a local university

Scholars will receive support pre-departure and during their residency. They will have access to a workspace, the opportunity to establish connections with local/regional institutions and partners, will engage with Global Center staff on events, seminars, and other means of scholarly exchange. Upon their return, scholars are encouraged to share their experiences with their colleagues at Columbia. 

Note: Previous experience in the country/region or with the Columbia Global Centers is not required.

Locations and Awards

Columbia Global Centers in the following locations have accepted applicants for Scholars-in-Residence:  

Eligibility

Applicants must be full-time faculty or researchers at Columbia University. This includes full-time Officers of Instruction and Professional Officers of Research, except those with "adjunct" or "visiting" in their title.

Scope

Projects may focus on:

  • The planning, implementation, or dissemination of research
  • The development or planning of educational experiences for Columbia University students, such as immersive global learning or travel-study tours
  • The planning or convening of events that aim to foster collaboration between Columbia and local, regional, or global partners
  • Exploring or deepening partnerships with local institutions, non-profits, or governments, with the goal of advancing collaborative initiatives

Past Scholars