Researchers, faculty members, master’s students and recent graduates in Portugal can apply for the CMU Portugal 2027 Mobility Initiatives, which offer up to 24 scholarships for research visits to Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) in Pittsburgh, USA.
Supported by the Fundação para a Ciência e Tecnologia (FCT) through the CMU Portugal Program, the mobility calls provide opportunities for eligible participants to spend between two weeks and four months at Carnegie Mellon University during 2027.
The calls cover two initiatives: the Visiting Faculty & Researchers Program, offering up to 10 grants, and the Visiting Students Program, offering up to 14 opportunities. Both initiatives focus on research, innovation and education in information and communication technologies (ICT).
Applications open on 15 September 2026 and close on 15 November 2026.
CMU Portugal 2027 Mobility Opportunities
The CMU Portugal Program is designed to strengthen collaboration between Portuguese higher education and research institutions and Carnegie Mellon University.
The 2027 mobility initiatives provide selected participants with the opportunity to undertake research visits at CMU, collaborate with leading academics and researchers, and gain exposure to Carnegie Mellon’s research environment and academic practices.
Visits can last from two weeks to four months, depending on the programme and approved research plan.
The two available initiatives are aimed at different applicant groups.
Visiting Faculty & Researchers Program
The CMU Portugal Visiting Faculty & Researchers Program will support up to 10 grantees for research visits to Carnegie Mellon University.
Successful applicants will spend between two weeks and four months at CMU, collaborating with peers in areas related to research, education and innovation in ICT.
The initiative is open to Portuguese citizens and foreign citizens who hold permanent residence in Portugal.
Applicants must also hold a doctoral degree by the time of application and must be affiliated with a Portuguese higher education institution or research laboratory.
The programme provides an opportunity for established researchers and faculty members to develop international collaborations, work with CMU colleagues and gain experience within the university’s research and innovation environment.
The initiative builds on the CMU Portugal Faculty Exchange Program, which was launched in 2007. According to CMU Portugal, the programme has supported 107 visits to Carnegie Mellon University to date.
Visiting Students Program
The CMU Portugal Visiting Students Initiative will provide up to 14 opportunities for master’s students or recent graduates in ICT-related fields.
Participants can conduct research at Carnegie Mellon University for periods ranging from two weeks to four months.
The programme is intended to provide hands-on research experience and allow participants to work directly with leading Carnegie Mellon faculty while experiencing the university’s academic culture.
To qualify, applicants must be Portuguese citizens or permanent residents of Portugal.
For recent graduates, the relevant degree must have been awarded in Portugal within the five years preceding the application. The opportunity is specifically aimed at master’s students and recent graduates in ICT-related fields.
The Visiting Students Initiative builds on the Undergraduate Internship Program launched in 2014 and has supported 88 student visits to CMU through December 2026.
Who Can Apply?
Eligibility depends on the mobility initiative.
Visiting Faculty & Researchers applicants must:
- Be Portuguese citizens or foreign citizens with permanent residence in Portugal.
- Hold a doctoral degree by the time of application.
- Be affiliated with a Portuguese higher education institution or research laboratory.
- Have a research, education or innovation focus connected to ICT.
- Be available to undertake a research visit at Carnegie Mellon University during 2027.
Visiting Students applicants must:
- Be Portuguese citizens or permanent residents of Portugal.
- Be master’s students or recent graduates.
- Have a degree awarded in Portugal within the last five years if applying as a recent graduate.
- Be pursuing or have completed studies in an ICT-related field.
- Be able to undertake the approved research visit at CMU.
Applicants should consult the official programme information carefully because additional application and eligibility requirements may apply to each initiative.
What the Mobility Scholarships Offer
The CMU Portugal mobility initiatives provide an opportunity to spend an approved research period at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, United States.
Depending on the programme, visits can last between two weeks and four months.
Participants can benefit from:
- International research experience at Carnegie Mellon University
- Collaboration with CMU faculty and researchers
- Exposure to research and innovation in ICT
- Opportunities to develop academic and professional networks
- Hands-on research experience for eligible students and recent graduates
- Immersion in Carnegie Mellon’s academic and research environment
The calls are particularly relevant to applicants seeking to strengthen their international research experience and develop collaborations between Portugal and the United States.
Application Deadline
Applications for the CMU Portugal 2027 Mobility Initiatives are open from 15 September to 15 November 2026.
The application deadline is:
15 November 2026
Applicants should begin preparing their applications early to ensure they meet the programme’s requirements and submit all necessary materials before the deadline.
Online Information Session
CMU Portugal will hold an online information session on 7 October 2026 to explain the application process.
The session is scheduled for 4:00 PM Lisbon time / 11:00 AM Pittsburgh time.
Prospective applicants can use the session to learn more about the mobility calls and application process.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should review the relevant Visiting Faculty & Researchers or Visiting Students programme requirements and apply through the CMU Portugal Admissions and Scholarships page.
Applicants with questions about the mobility initiatives can contact:
The official programme provides detailed information about the respective eligibility criteria, application procedures and mobility opportunities.
Key Details
Programme: CMU Portugal 2027 Mobility Initiatives
Host Institution: Carnegie Mellon University
Location: Pittsburgh, United States
Number of Scholarships: Up to 24
Visiting Faculty & Researchers: Up to 10 grants
Visiting Students: Up to 14 opportunities
Visit Duration: 2 weeks to 4 months
Field: Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
Application Opens: 15 September 2026
Application Deadline: 15 November 2026
Visits: 2027
Applicants should verify the latest requirements, eligible fields, funding conditions and application instructions directly with CMU Portugal before submitting an application.
