Visiting Scholars Program
We welcome scholars from other institutions to join the vibrant academic community at the Michael G. Foster School of Business.
Visiting Scholars at the Foster School of Business can pursue academic research on their own or with a Foster faculty partner, and enjoy the benefits of the University of Washington's large urban campus in Seattle.
To be eligible to join the Foster School as a Visiting Scholar, you should:
Have a PhD and hold an academic appointment with an educational instutition (or equivalent, some exceptions possible)
Have an existing faculty connection that is willing to sponsor your time at the Foster School, or submit a request in writing to determine if a faculty member is willing to be your sponsor.
You will also need to be financially supported by your home institution, as well as be able to provide documentation of minimum financial resources as determined by the Office of Global Affairs.
The fee to be a Visiting Scholar at the Foster School is $1600US for one calendar year, and covers the cost of visa applications for your and your family, as well as special events for Visiting Scholars and administration. This fee can be pro-rated for terms of less than one year if needed. This fee is effective March 1, 2009.
Visiting Scholars will be provided with J-1 visas (J-2 for family), library and technology privileges, UW Net ID and email, certain UW benefits (such as low-cost bus pass and discounted gym membership) and limited assistance from the associated academic department. Access to faculty is at their discretion and classes may be attended at their invitation. The Foster School is not able to provide office space or computer equipment, but both are available in the libraries on campus.
If you are interested in coming to Seattle as a Foster School Visiting Scholar, please contact us for more information. We'll work with you on locating a sponsor, submitting your application materials, obtaining visa paperwork, and planning for your visit.
Please send questions or inquiries via email to uwciber@u.washington.edu, or by mail to:
Global Business Center - Visiting Scholar Inquiry
Box 353200/Lewis Hall 303
Seattle, WA 98195
Phone 206.685.3432
Fax 206.685.4079