The Fulbright Program
Grants for Graduate Study, Research,
and English Teaching Assistantships
2013-2014
CONTENTS
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3......................The Fulbright Program
4......................Critical Language Enhancement Award
5......................Opportunities in Business
7......................Types of Grants Available
7 .....................Opportunities in Sciences and Public Health
8-9...................ETA Opportunities
10....................Eligibility Requirements
11....................Ineligibility Factors
12....................The Selection Process
13....................Application Procedure
16....................Additional Specifications / Notification
17....................Fulbright-mtvU Awards
20-21...............Participating Countries by Region
22-146.............Participating Country Summaries
147..................Administration of the Program
148..................Agencies Administering Grant Competitions
149..................Competition Statistics
150..................Glossary of Terms
151..................Brochures for At-Large Info
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THE FULBRIGHT PROGRAM
The flagship international educational exchange program sponsored by the U.S. Government, the Fulbright
Program, is designed to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people
of other countries. With this goal as a starting point, the Fulbright Program has provided approximately
310,000 participants — chosen for their academic and leadership potential — with the opportunity to study,
teach and conduct research, exchange ideas and contribute to finding solutions to shared international concerns. Currently, the Fulbright Program operates in over 155 countries worldwide.
The Fulbright Program was established in 1946 under legislation introduced by Senator J. William Fulbright
of Arkansas. The Fulbright Program is administered by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the
United States Department of State.
Since the establishment of the Fulbright Program, approximately 116,900 Americans and 192,800 participants
from other countries have benefited from the Fulbright experience. Currently, the U.S. Student Program annually awards approximately 1,700 grants to U.S. citizens to study, research or assistant-teach overseas.
Funding and Administration
The primary source of funding for the Fulbright Program is an annual appropriation made by the United
States Congress to the Department of State. Participating governments and host institutions, corporations and
foundations in foreign countries and in the United States also contribute financially through cost-sharing and
indirect support, such as salary supplements, tuition waivers, and university housing. The Congressional appropriation for the Fulbright Program in fiscal year 2011 was $237.4 million. Foreign governments, through
their binational commissions or foundations, contributed approximately $85.2 million directly to the Fulbright Program in fiscal year 2010.
The J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board (FSB), composed of 12 educational and public leaders appointed by the President of the United States, formulates policy for the administration of the program,
establishes criteria for the selection of candidates and approves candidates nominated for awards.
The United States Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs develops policies to
assure fulfillment of the purposes of the Fulbright Program and administers it with the assistance of binational
commissions and foundations in 50 countries, United States Embassies in more than 100 other countries and
a number of cooperating agencies in the United States.
Binational Commissions and Foundations abroad propose the annual country programs, which establish
the numbers and categories of grants based on input from participating universities and organizations in the
host country. They also screen, interview, and recommend the candidates for Fulbright grants. In a country
without a commission or foundation, the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy develops the program and
supervises it locally.
The Institute of International Education (IIE) coordinates activities relevant to the Fulbright U.S. Student
Program and conducts an annual competition for the fellowships, most of which are for one academic year for
study, research or assistant teaching.
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program is designed to give recent college/university graduates, graduate students, doctoral candidates, young professionals and artists opportunities for personal and career development and international experience.
Fulbright Program
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Critical Language Enhancement Awards
The Critical Language Enhancement Award (CLEA) is a competitive grant program that provides additional funding for
language study for eligible Fulbright U.S. Student Grantees who intend to use a critical language for their Fulbright project.
(See http://us.fulbrightonline.org/clea.html for eligible languages and countries.) As part of the U.S. Department of
State’s commitment to increase the capability of Americans to communicate in critical languages, the goal of the CLEA is
to cultivate higher levels of language proficiency prior to, during, and beyond the regular Fulbright grant period. After the
completion of the CLEA and the Fulbright U.S. Student Grant, participants will be better prepared to pursue higher levels
of language study as part of a continuing academic program or to begin careers that require the use of critical languages.
Application Process
Application for a Critical Language Enhancement Award is made in conjunction with the Fulbright Program application.
Awards are granted through a multi-part selection process that includes a review by Fulbright Commissions or U.S. Embassies in host countries, with final approval by the Department of State. Applicants should reference the language award
application in their Statements of Grant Purpose as well as comment on the benefits of language training to the successful
completion of their Fulbright projects. Furthermore, CLEA grantees must express an interest in using the language beyond
the CLEA training period. Applicants will have an opportunity to suggest their own language training programs and duration of study. Their preferences will be considered and weighed with other factors, including the number of applicants; the
amount of funding available; and the objectives of Fulbright Commissions, U.S. Embassies, and the Department of State.
In each country, the CLEA program structure is unique and opportunities for language study vary widely. Because the
CLEA is a dynamic program, those interested in applying should check the Participating Country Summaries and CLEA
page on the Fulbright website often for updated program information.
Eligibility
Fulbright U.S. Student Grantees who intend to use a critical language to complete their Fulbright project in eligible countries qualify to apply for this award. In select countries, Fulbright English Teaching Assistants (ETAs) are also eligible. In
many cases, applicants are required to provide proof of previous study in the critical language by the start of the Fulbright
grant. Eligibility requirements are found on the website: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/clea.html.
Grant Requirements
Grantees must complete pre- and post-grant testing in the language of study, as well as submit a final report. For many
grants, an additional mid-term report is required. Some countries have additional reporting requirements which are listed
on the website at https://us.fulbrightonline.org/clea.html.
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CRITICAL LANGUAGE ENHANCEMENT AWARDS
How the Fulbright U.S. Student Program Works
It is the policy of the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board that grants be awarded to the best qualified students regardless of degree level. Preference, however, will be given to candidates who have recently received
a baccalaureate degree. These candidates are not restricted as to field of study, nor will they be required to have formulated long-term specific educational or career goals beyond those necessary for a successful experience abroad. Master’s
level students, young professionals, and doctoral candidates are expected to have fully-developed programs of study or
research that can be completed during the grant period.
Grantee Programs and Projects
Study/Research Grants Most grantees plan their own programs. Projects may include university coursework, independent library, lab or field research, classes in a music conservatory or art school, special projects in the social or
life sciences, or a combination. Recent projects have involved Chinese banking reform, views of climate change in
Ecuador, Islamic education in Egypt, the production of opera in Germany, and recovering from fistula repair surgery
in Niger.
Fulbright English Teaching Assistant (ETA) Program Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Grants differ from the
Study/Research Grants in that their primary purpose is to engage students in English language classrooms and, therefore, elaborate study/research projects are not required. Fulbright ETAs should, however, propose small research projects or community engagement activities that complement their Fulbright ETA award and fulfill the purpose of the
Fulbright Program — to increase mutual understanding. This may vary by country. Please refer to the Participating
Country Summary for additional information.
INCREASING Mutual Understanding: The fulbright program’s main goal
Along with opportunities for intellectual, professional and artistic growth, the Fulbright Program offers invaluable
opportunities to meet and work with people of the host country, sharing daily life as well as professional and creative
insights. The Fulbright Program promotes cross-cultural interaction and mutual understanding through engagement
in the community and on a person-to-person basis in an atmosphere of openness, academic integrity and intellectual
freedom. The best way to appreciate others’ viewpoints, their beliefs, the way they think and the way they do things,
is to interact with them directly on an individual basis—work with them, live with them, teach with them, learn with
them and learn from them.
Opportunities in Business
(See Participating Country Summaries for details)
Australia: One Fulbright-ANU College of Business and Economics Postgraduate Scholarship for study in Business or
Economics.
Mexico: Nine Binational Business Grants to enhance knowledge, expertise, and understanding of post-NAFTA Mexico
are available for students interested in combining coursework in international business or law with an internship at a
Mexico-based company conducting international or legal business.
Netherlands: NAF/Fulbright Duisenberg school of finance Grants give students access to a premier private finance school
located in the heart of Europe with world-class faculty and direct links to industry leaders in the world of finance. Duisenberg
school of finance offers MSc programs in Finance and Law, Asset Management, Risk Management, Corporate Finance and
Banking, as well as an LLM in Finance and Law and a Ph.D. in Finance.
Spain: Fulbright/Instituto de Empresa Grants: One International MBA Grant for full-time study in a one-year international
MBA program; one grant for a Master’s in International Management; one grant for a Master’s in Journalism.
How the Fulbright U.S. Student Program Works
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GRANT SPECIFICATIONS
The Fulbright Program offers a variety of grant opportunities. While the specific terms of the grant may vary from
country to country, the Fulbright mission, program administration, and general terms of application, eligibility and
selection are applicable to all grantees.
IIE also conducts, simultaneously with the competition under the Fulbright Program, competitions for various programs supported by foreign governments and private donors. There is a single online application form for all grants
described. All sections of the application must be completed for all grants. The online application can be found at
us.fulbrightonline.org.
Length of grants
Most of the grants described in this booklet and on the website will be awarded for programs of study, research or
English teaching that require one academic year (8-10 months). However, where sufficient justification is provided,
very advanced doctoral candidates and candidates in the creative and performing arts may submit requests for grants
of not less than six months.
DATES OF GRANT
Some countries may have very specific guidelines for the beginning and end dates of grants. These dates are linked
with the academic year of the host country. However, where there is flexibility, and exclusive of possible language
training, grants cannot begin before August 2013 nor later than March 31, 2014. In all cases the dates of the grant
period must be approved by the host country.
Grant dates for English Teaching Assistantships (ETAs) are established by the host country and are not flexible.
These dates are based on the academic year in the host country.
GRANT BENEFITS
Fulbright grants are payable in local currency or U.S. dollars, depending on the country of assignment. Most grants
awarded in the Fulbright U.S. Student Program are full grants, as described below.
These grants provide only a minimal allowance for books and research. Grantees with projects that require extensive
research materials, equipment, use of interpreters or other assistance must obtain funding from other sources for
these purposes.
The Participating Country Summaries provide basic information and indicate the types of grants available. More
complete information may be available in the Country Summary on the website.
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grant Specifications
TYPES OF GRANTS AVAILABLE
Fulbright Full Grants
Grant benefits will vary by country and type of grant. Fulbright U.S. Student Full Grants generally provide roundtrip transportation; book and research allowances; maintenance for the academic year, based on living costs in the
host country; supplemental health and accident coverage; tuition, in some cases; and, language or orientation courses,
where appropriate. See page 2 and the website for information on additional language training grants.
FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING Assistant (eta) PROGRAM GRANTS
Benefits for Fulbright English Teaching Assistants (ETA) are the same as for Study/Research Grants. Grantees will be
provided with round-trip transportation; maintenance for the academic year; supplemental health and accident coverage; tuition assistance, in some cases; and language or orientation programs, where appropriate.
Fulbright TRAVEL ONLY Grants
Travel Only grants are available only to Germany, Hungary or Italy. They are available to supplement an award from
a source that does not provide funds for travel or to supplement a student’s own funds for study. Travel Only grants
provide round-trip transportation to the country where the student will pursue studies for an academic year, supplemental health and accident coverage, and the cost of an orientation course abroad, if applicable.
Foreign and Private Grants
The specific benefits and special requirements of grants offered by foreign governments, universities and private donors can be found in the Participating Country Summaries. Where the awards do not cover the entire expense of foreign
study (e.g., international travel), candidates are expected to cover the additional costs from their own funds.
Special Opportunities in the Sciences and Public Health
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program welcomes applicants in the sciences to all eligible countries. Please note the specific grants
below:
Fulbright-Fogarty Fellowships offered in partnership between the Fulbright Program and the Fogarty International Center of the
U.S. National Institute of Health have been established to promote the expansion of research in public health and clinical research
in resource-limited settings.
Australia: The Fulbright CSIRO Postgraduate Scholarship provides the opportunity for Fulbrighters to undertake postgraduate
research with Australia’s leading and largest science research organization, CSIRO (Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research
Organization). Candidates currently enrolled in Ph.D. programs are eligible to apply.
Canada: The Fulbright Canada STEM Award (http://www.fulbright.ca/programs/american-students/STEM_program.html) offers U.S. students support for three years of doctoral study at one of six leading Canadian research universities (McGill University,
Université de Montéal, University of Alberta, University of British Columbia, University of Toronto, and University of Waterloo) in
both basic and applied fields of science, engineering and mathematics.
Chile: The Chile Science Initiative provides three grants for Master’s level or Ph.D. students conducting study/research at specified
Chilean universities. Some programs may not require a high level of Spanish proficiency since much of the work at the Institutes is
conducted in English.
Indonesia: The Fulbright Indonesia Research, Science & Technology (FIRST) Awards provide scholarships for Americans to
study, teach, and conduct research in priority science and technology fields.
Netherlands: The NAF/Fulbright Research Fellowships provides grants for Ph.D. level candidates in the fields of Computer
Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics or Physics; the NAF/Fulbright Fellowship for Childhood
Cancer Research provides a grant for a post M.D. or Ph.D. in oncology.
Types of grants available
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fULBRIGHT ENGLISH Teaching ASSISTANT Opportunities*
Fulbright English Teaching Assistant (ETA) Program. In most cases, grantees are placed in host institutions outside capital cities. They are assigned various activities designed to strengthen English language instruction by establishing a nativespeaker presence to improve the students’ language abilities and knowledge of the United States. At the same time, U.S. participants are encouraged to conduct community work, gain from intensive cross-cultural interactions, and possibly increase
their own language skills and knowledge of the host country. Fulbright English Teaching Assistant activities may include: 1)
planning and conducting conversational classroom activities; 2) providing small group tutorials; 3) serving as a resource in
language labs and language table discussions; and 4) giving presentations related to the U.S. (culture, society, history, etc.)
in English classes, civic/school organizations, and the local community, among other things. See the Participating Country
Summary for details on placements, responsibilities and opportunities for research or coursework.
Applicants should review the section about Fulbright ETAs on the website for information on how to develop a Statement of
Grant Purpose for a teaching assistant application.
All Fulbright ETA affiliations will be made by either the Fulbright Commission or the Public Affairs Section at the U.S.
Embassy in the host country.
* For country opportunities subsequent to posting, please refer to us.fulbrightonline.org.
World Region
Country
# Grants
2013
# Applicants
2012
Asia
Bangladesh
India
Indonesia
Kazakhstan
Korea
Kyrgyz Republic
Laos
Macau
Malaysia
Mongolia
Nepal
Sri Lanka
Taiwan
Tajikistan
Thailand
Vietnam
6
15
35
2
80
2
5
8
75
5
6
5
28
2
20
10
14
128
111
6
285
16
10
24
229
22
48
19
186
22
123
63
Latin America
Argentina
Brazil
Colombia
Costa Rica
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
Guatemala
Mexico
Panama
Peru
Venezuela
15
30
25
2
2
3
2
9
2
4
6
120
187
150
22
20
34
25
63
26
61
49
Placement Possibilities
Host Country
Language
Recommendations
High School or University
Middle and High School
High School
High School
Elementary and High School
High School or University
University
University
High School
University
Middle and High School and University
Middle and High School
Elementary and Middle School
High School or University
Primary through High School
University
Preferred
None required
None required
Preferred
None required
Preferred
Preferred
None required
None required
None required
None required
Preferred
None required
None required
None required
None required
Teacher-Training Institutes
Proficiency
Proficiency
Proficiency
Proficiency
Proficiency
Proficiency
Proficiency
Proficiency
Proficiency
Proficiency
Proficiency
BNC+
High School or University
University
University
University and Teacher-Training Institutes
University
Teacher-Training Institutes
BNC+
*Binational Center for Language Teaching and Advising.
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English teaching assistantship opportunities
#
Grants
2013
#
Applicants
2012
Rwanda
2
Kenya
South Africa
Placement Possibilities
Host Country
Language
Recommendations
44
University
None
2
4
31
72
University
University
Working Knowledge
None
Bahrain
Israel
Jordan
Morocco
2
2
10
10
13
45
101
109
University/Vocational School
University
Educational and Professional Institutions
University
Recommended
None
Preferred
Preferred
Oman
1
31
Educational and Professional Institutions
Recommended
Andorra
Armenia
Azerbaijan
Belarus
Belgium
Bosnia/Herzegovina
Bulgaria
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
France 2
Georgia
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Italy
Kosovo
Latvia
Luxembourg
Macedonia
Malta
Moldova
Montenegro
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Russia3
Serbia
Slovak Republic
Spain
Turkey
Ukraine
5
2
2
2
2
2
25
2
2
4
56
2
140
1
2
3
2
1
1
2
2
2
1
2
15
2
2
25
1
8
68
50
2
31
11
15
11
31
19
55
59
26
29
149
11
411
5
14
89
9
0
24
9
24
10
6
51
38
29
20
83
14
19
397
239
43
Totals
870
4,493
World Region
Country
Sub-Saharan Africa
Near East & North Africa
Europe
1
2
3
High School
All Levels
All Levels
All Levels
University
University or High Schools
High Schools or Post-High Schools University and High Schools
University and Schools
High Schools or Post-High Schools High Schools
All Levels
Middle Schools
Elementary or High Schools
University or High School
Elementary or High Schools
Elementary or High Schools
University
University
All Levels
All Levels
Primarily University
All Levels
High Schools or Post-High Schools University and Advising Center
University
University
Middle and Secondary Schools
All Levels
High Schools or Post-High Schools Elementary and High Schools
University
University
Preferred
Preferred
Preferred
Preferred
Proficiency
None required
Preferred
Helpful
None
Preferred
Conversational
Preferred
Preferred
Basic Greek
None required
Conversational
Preferred
Helpful
Proficiency
Preferred
None required
Preferred
None Required
None required
None required
Preferred
None required
Basic Skills
Preferred
None required
Proficiency
None required
None required
Number of grants in a country is subject to change. Includes French Government Teaching Assistantships awarded through the French Ministry of Education.
Additional language training is provided prior to beginning the teaching assignment.
english teaching assistantship opportunities
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Eligibility Requirements
General Requirements
 Applicants must be U.S. citizens at the time of application.
 Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent before the beginning date of the grant.
 Applicants may not hold a doctoral degree at the time of application.
 Applicants may hold a J.D. degree at the time of application.
 Applicants should have sufficient proficiency in the written and spoken language of the host country to communicate with the people and to carry out the proposed study/research. Such proficiency is especially important for students
wishing to undertake projects in the social sciences and the humanities.
 Applicants must be in good health. Grantees will be required to submit a satisfactory Certificate of Health from a
physician.
Exceptions
 Applicants who have not earned a Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent, but who have extensive professional study
and/or experience in fields in which they wish to pursue a project may be considered.
 In the creative and performing arts, four years of professional study and/or experience meets the basic eligibility
requirement.
 Doctors of medicine may receive grants for advanced academic study, but not for internships or residencies.
Scholars with an M.D. degree who have completed their formal postgraduate training and propose attachment to
a hospital or clinic for the purpose of independent or collaborative research should apply to the Fulbright U.S.
Scholar Program through the Council for International Exchange of Scholars at www.cies.org. Grants shall not
authorize activity for which a license to practice medicine or nursing is required. The Fulbright Program cannot approve proposals for medical research that involves clinical training, patient care or patient contact.
Prior experience abroad
 Preference will be given to applicants whose higher education was undertaken primarily at educational institutions
in the United States. Foreign study during the junior year or other periods of undergraduate study that are integral parts of the curricula of American institutions will not be considered a disadvantage.
 Preference will usually be given to candidates who have not resided or studied in the country to which they are
applying for more than six months. Duty abroad in the Armed Forces of the United States is not considered a disadvantage within the meaning of this section.
Candidates may NOT apply to the
Fulbright Student and Scholar Programs
in the same year.
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INELIGIBILITY
Applicable to Fulbright Grants and to Foreign Grants supplemented by Fulbright Grants. The following persons are ineligible:
 Anyone who has already held a U.S. Department of State-funded Fulbright student research/study grant.
N.B.: Those who have held a Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship may apply for a study/research award, provided two years
have elapsed from the end of the ETA period.
 Anyone who has previously received a Department of Education-funded Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad Award (Fulbright-Hays grant).
 Anyone who has resided abroad for five or more consecutive years in the six-year period preceding the date of application.
Note: For most grants, applicants who have had extensive previous foreign experience are at a disadvantage, but are not necessarily disqualified for that reason. However, following the policy of the relevant binational Fulbright Commission or the U.S.
Embassy in the host country, an application to the following countries will not be considered if the applicant is currently residing
in that country:
Australia
Israel
Netherlands
Belgium
Jordan
New Zealand
Chile
South Korea
Philippines
China
Laos
Portugal
EU Member States for EU Grants
Luxembourg
Slovenia
Finland
Macau
Sweden
France
Malaysia
Switzerland
Hong Kong
Mexico
United Kingdom
Hungary
Mongolia
Vietnam
Indonesia
Morocco
 Employees of the U.S. Department of State and their immediate families (i.e. spouses and dependent children), for a period
ending one year following termination of such employment. This provision does not include part-time or temporary employees,
consultants, and contract employees of the Department of State, unless such persons perform services related to the exchange
programs of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.
 Employees of private and public agencies (excluding educational institutions) and their immediate families (i.e. spouses and dependent children), under contract to the U.S. Department of State to perform administrative or screening services on behalf of the U.S. Department of State’s exchange program, for a period ending one year
following the termination of their services for the U.S. Department of State, provided such employees have been directly engaged in performing services related to the exchange programs of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.
For further information, see Factors Affecting Selection (page 10) and the Participating Country Summaries
(pages 20-112).
For the official policies, including ineligibility, of the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board, see http://fulbright.state.
gov/fsb/program-policies
INELIGIBILITY
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THE SELECTION PROCESS
Factors Affecting Selection
Selection is made on the following basis :
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Feasibility of the proposed project
Academic or professional record
Language preparation
Personal qualifications
Preference factors as established by the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board (FSB), Fulbright Commissions/Foundations and U.S. Embassies.
Among other factors, selections are affected by:
• Extent to which the candidate and the project will help
to advance the Fulbright Program’s aim of increasing mutual understanding among nations through engagement
in the host community, among other activities.
• Ability of the Fulbright Commissions/U.S. Embassies
abroad to arrange supervision of grantees.
• Requirements of programs in individual countries. In
many countries, advanced degree candidates are preferred, and in some countries, certain fields of study are
closed. Check with IIE before filing an application if you
do not meet country specifications.
• Ratio between the number of awards offered in a given
country and the number of applications received. For example, the competition for some countries is especially
keen, and many well-qualified applicants cannot be accommodated. Therefore, if your project can be accomplished in a less competitive country, your chances for
success in the competition will be enhanced by applying
in the less stringent country competition. Consult the
Competition Statistics on pages 115-116 for comparative country statistics.
• Desirability of achieving wide institutional and geographic distribution.
• Other qualifications being equal, veterans of the U.S.
Armed Forces receive preference.
Security Considerations
The personal security of Fulbright grantees is a primary
con¬cern of the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. For this reason, where local conditions could impact safety or hinder the conduct of research
or study, it is likely that a grant will not be offered. Americans carrying out research abroad should regularly monitor
the U.S. De¬partment of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs
website at www.travel.state.gov for the latest travel warnings,
alerts, and current worldwide cautions.
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SELECTION PROCESS
Stages In Selection
1. The National Screening Committee (NSC), consisting
of specialists in various fields and area studies, meets in
November and December to review all applications and
recommend candidates for further consideration. The
screening of candidates’ applications in academic fields
is generally conducted based on the country or region to
which the candidate is applying. For example, there is a
subcommittee that reads the academic applications for the
countries in South Asia, except India, for which there is
a separate subcommittee. Candidates in the creative and
performing arts are reviewed by committees of specialists
in each field.
2. Applications of recommended candidates are made
available to the Fulbright Commissions/U.S. Embassies
abroad for further review, particularly as to feasibility and
placement at foreign universities or other host institutions.
3. Final selection for Fulbright Grants is made by the J.
William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board, taking
into account the recommendations of the NSC, availability
of funds, approval of the Fulbright Commissions/U.S. Embassies abroad, and other Fulbright Program requirements.
For non-Fulbright grants, the appropriate foreign government, or private donor makes the final selection.
Notification
All applicants are notified by email by January 31 of the
outcome of the first stage of the screening process.
Recommended candidates should expect a final decision on
their applications between April and June 2012.
It is the policy of the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board that reasons for non-recommendation of candidates not be given. Practically speaking, it is impossible to
explain specifically why a candidate is not selected, since each
applicant is judged by the members of the NSC in relation
to all the other candidates who have applied to a particular
country in a given year’s competition, and relative judgments
must be made given the facts at hand. IIE’s experience has
been that NSC members review all applications with great
care and are scrupulously fair in their evaluations and recommendations.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
The application procedure differs slightly for students who are
currently enrolled in U.S. colleges and universities from those
who are not currently enrolled in any U.S. college or university.
Applicants who are currently enrolled in a U.S. college or
university are required to contact their campus Fulbright
Program Advisers (FPA) and to submit their applications
to the campus FPA by the date set by the campus. Most
campuses will have earlier deadline dates than IIE’s deadline
for completion of the online application and all of the required supporting documents. This is to allow time for campus interviews and for the campuses to prepare and upload
the Campus Committee Evaluation prior to the October 17,
2012 deadline.
Applicants not currently enrolled in a U.S. institution of
higher learning are designated as “At-Large.” This includes
U.S. students studying in institutions outside the U.S.
Candidates in both categories are responsible for collecting
all supporting documents, e.g., a foreign language evaluation
(if applicable), references and transcripts, letters of affiliation
and for submitting them with their electronic applications.
The competition for the 2013-14 academic year opens on
May 1, 2012. The official deadline for all applicants will be
5:00 p.m. Eastern time on October 17, 2012.
APPLICATION FORM
The same online application form is used for all grants described on the website.
Applicants must use the online application, which is available at us.fulbrightonline.org
If, for some reason, you are not able to access the website or
the online application, contact IIE at (212) 984-5327.
Before You Start an Application
We recommend that applicants for full research and study
grants or grants in the creative and performing arts begin the
application process at least three months prior to the campus
or IIE deadline, as appropriate.
We recommend that applicants for English Teaching Assistantships or Travel Grants begin the application process at
least six weeks prior to the campus or IIE deadline, as appropriate.
1. Establish your eligibility by checking the requirements
listed on the website.
2. Review the Participating Country Summary and Regional Summary sections to be sure there are awards to the
country in which you are interested. Simply because a
Participating Country Summary is not listed, it does not
mean that grants will not be available to that country.
Since information is subject to change, enrolled students
should confirm this information with their Fulbright
Program Advisers (FPAs) before completing an application form. At-large applicants may contact the appropriate IIE Program Manager in New York.
3. An application may be made to one type of country program only (i.e., study/research grant or English Teaching
Assistantship). For study/research grants, candidates will
be considered for all individually named awards to the
selected country that are appropriate to their academic
level, to their objectives as outlined in their Statements
of Grant Purpose, and for which they meet the eligibility
requirements. Exceptions are the specific grants as identified in the Online Application Form and in the instructions (e.g., Binational Business Grant in Mexico, etc.).
General Criteria
1. Fields of Study Applications will be considered from
well-qualified candidates in all fields, except as otherwise stated in the Participating Country Summaries. If a
field is listed as “not-recommended,” generally applications will not be accepted in that field for that country.
Check with IIE before filing an application in a nonrecommended field.
2. Proposed Study or Project Applicants should outline
study plans or projects in their major fields that can be
completed in one country and in one academic year.
Candidates may, under exceptional circumstances,
submit projects involving research in more than one
country. These multi-country proposals, limited to no
more than three countries, will be accepted only for
countries within the same geographic region and
must be approved by all countries involved. A strong
justification for multi-country proposals must be provided. Please check the Regional Summaries for those
countries that may be part of an intra-regional, multicountry proposal.
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Graduating seniors (those who will hold only a bachelor’s degree by the beginning date of the grant) will generally be expected to attend regular university lectures,
but they should describe the study programs they wish
to follow in terms as specific as possible. They should
not expect close academic supervision and should be prepared to supplement lectures with independent work. Advanced degree candidates proposing research for theses and dissertations will be expected to work independently without close supervision.
It is essential that applicants review the guidelines provided at us.fulbrightonline.org, the website for the Fulbright
U.S. Student Program, in the application instructions,
and in this brochure before beginning and while preparing the Statement of Grant Purpose. “Tips for Completing
the Application,” and various resources, available on the
website, will be helpful.
3. Engagement in the Community Since the primary
aim of the Fulbright Program is to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and
the people of other countries, your application should
demonstrate a clear commitment to the host country
community. Becoming involved in the local community will contribute significantly to this goal and will enhance your experience in many ways. Your application
should speak to this point and include some examples
of how you might interact with your host community
through volunteer and extra-curricular activities.
4. Affiliation Grantees are usually affiliated with institutions of higher learning in the host country. Some
countries and some awards require that grantees, as a
condition of their grants, accept the institutional placements arranged for them. The application form has instructions on indicating preferences for placement.
Other countries or world regions require that students
arrange their own affiliations. This includes applicants
in the creative and performing arts and applicants proposing independent research as well as applicants proposing full-time study. Please see Participating Country
Summaries and Regional Summaries for specifics.
Applicants for Fulbright English Teaching Assistantships should not indicate preferences for affiliation since
the Fulbright Commission or U.S. Embassy in the host
country will assign placements based on the grantee’s
background and training and the particular requirements
of the host school or institution.
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U.S. Programs Only rarely will grantees be permitted to
enroll in the graduate programs of American universities
abroad. The objectives of the programs outlined on this
website are best served by attendance at a foreign university.
5. Academic credit The U.S. credit system does not exist in most foreign universities. Candidates should not
assume they will receive credit for work done abroad. If
students desire credit in the United States for study carried out abroad, they must make their own arrangements
with their home institutions, preferably in advance of
departure.
6. Feasibility of projects Applicants should give careful
thought to the feasibility of their projects. Feasibility
relates not only to the resources of the host country or
institution, but also to certain fields of study, e.g., investigation into recent or current political or military
issues, which might be sensitive for the host country.
Another aspect of feasibility is the proposed method for
carrying out the project. It should be kept in mind that
some methodological techniques, such as extensive interviewing and the use of questionnaires, are inadvisable
and unacceptable in some countries. Enrolled students
are urged to consult professors in their major fields and
their campus Fulbright Program Advisers (FPA) about
the feasibility of their proposed projects. At-large applicants should consult qualified persons in their fields.
7. Language skills and academic qualifications It is important that applicants have adequate formal training for
the study they wish to pursue and that their language
skills be commensurate with the requirements of their
projects.
8. Grant period In most cases, grant dates must correspond
to the academic calendar of the host country. Exceptions
may be made for grants with full-time research projects.
In any case, grants must begin by March 31, 2014 for
the 2013-14 academic year. Applicants are expected to
provide a timeline for their project in the Statement of
Grant Purpose.
Preparing an Application in the Arts
Creative and Performing Arts The Fulbright Program encourages applications in the creative and performing arts
from students and young professionals. Applications in these
disciplines are welcome in all countries. Candidates should
be thoroughly familiar with the Participating Country Summary and the requirements for the country to which they
wish to apply.
In most disciplines, projects should focus on practical
training or performance studies. This is almost always the
case for applications in music and the performing arts.
However, in some fields, for example creative writing,
photography, or filmmaking, the project may center on
background research for and production of a publication
or body of work. In all cases, candidates should outline a
plan for which their previous experience and/or training
complements and supports the proposed project and will
enhance their professional training and development.
Applicants should, in their Statements of Grant Purpose,
indicate the reasons for choosing a particular country, the
nature of the study, and the form the work will take, that
is, formal study at an institution, with an individual, independent research, and/or studio or field work. In addition, applicants should relate their current training to the
study or project they plan to undertake, the expected results and the contribution the foreign experience will have
on their future professional development. Candidates in
the arts also should address ways that they will engage in
the host country community and include a timeline for
their proposed project/study plan.
Applicants must indicate host country affiliations and,
where possible, provide letters of support from the individual or institution with whom or where they plan to
carry out their study. While affiliations are specific to the
country of application, they may include organizations
such as museums, music groups, or galleries.
world music; and wind instruments. Candidates applying in
non-Western music, e.g., for the study of gamelan, should
apply in world music.
Supplementary materials should support the proposed
study and/or artistic research project. In preparing your
supplementary materials, please refer to the Instructions for
Submitting Materials in the Creative and Performing Arts in
the application for specifications on both the method and
format for submitting materials and the types of materials
that will be accepted for your particular field. Materials not
specifically requested will not be reviewed.
In addition to the evaluation of the applicant’s skill and talent in his or her field based on the presentation of the submitted materials and references, candidates in the arts should
be aware that members of the screening committees will assess the applicant’s training and preparation to carry out the
proposed project. Therefore, previous formal study, training
or experience is an important factor in the consideration of
arts candidates.
Applicants whose projects emphasize academic research over
practical training should apply in the academic field appropriate to the nature of the project (e.g., architectural history,
art history, film studies, theater studies) and not submit supplementary material.
Candidates in the arts should be aware that their applications and supplementary materials will be reviewed by
a discipline-specific committee of experts. Members of
the committees in the arts can be working professionals,
working/teaching professionals, or full-time faculty at academic institutions or art schools and music conservatories
in the U.S. Screening committees will review applications
and supplementary materials in their respective fields for
all countries of the world. Care should be taken when
identifying the field of study in the application. The field
should be germane to the focus of the proposed project
and consistent with the applicant’s background and training. The discipline-specific committees in the creative,
performing and visual arts include: architecture; creative
writing; dance and performance art; design; filmmaking;
music composition and conducting; organ and harpsichord; photography; piano; theater, including acting, directing and costume/set design; sculpture and installation
art; painting and printmaking; string instruments; voice;
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ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
·
Legislative Requirements The Fulbright grants described
in this booklet are subject to the Civil Rights Act of 1964,
which provides that no citizen of the United States may, on the
grounds of race, sex, color, religion, age or national origin, be
excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or
be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity
receiving federal financial assistance.
· Funding Level The Fulbright U.S. Student Program grant
numbers are subject to the availability of federally appropriated
funds. The United States Department of State reserves the
right to alter, without notice, participating countries, numbers
of awards, terms of agreement, and allowances.
· Funds from Other Sources Funds from other scholarships,
fellowships, or grants in dollars or foreign currencies received
concurrently with a Fulbright grant will be deducted if they
duplicate benefits under the Fulbright grant. But, if such
grants are for assistance in meeting family expenses of grantees
or other expenses not covered by the Fulbright grant, no deduction will be made. Grantees may not accept remunerative
work abroad during the period of the grant without prior approval of the Fulbright Commission or U.S. Embassy in the
host country.
· Dependents A dependent is either a spouse or a relative
(child, parent, sibling) who is financially dependent on the
grantee. No transportation or insurance is provided for dependents. Applicants who plan to take dependents abroad are
required to submit a statement of their ability to: (1) finance
transportation; (2) if necessary, provide maintenance for them;
and (3) show evidence of medical insurance, including emergency evacuation, for each dependent. As indicated in the Participating Country Summaries, a small maintenance allowance is
provided for accompanying dependents only in certain countries. The balance of maintenance expenses for dependents is
the responsibility of the grantee. (An accompanying dependent
is one spending at least 80% of the grant period abroad.)
No allowance is provided for any adult dependent who holds a
grant from any source.
Applicants should note that local restrictions make employment opportunities for dependents very rare.
· Departure from the United States Departure dates correspond to the academic calendars abroad. Approximate dates
of the academic years in the various countries can be found
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in the Participating Country Summaries. Requirements for attendance at orientation programs, where applicable, in the
host country are indicated in the Country Summaries.
· Early Terminations Acceptance of a grant by a candidate
constitutes an agreement between the grantee and the sponsor
involved. It is expected that, barring unforeseen emergencies,
grantees will remain in the host country for the full tenure of
the award. A grantee who leaves the host country or resigns
from the grant at an earlier date than that specified in the grant
authorization will be required to reimburse the supervising
agency for any expenditures made on his or her behalf, including allowances for orientation or round-trip travel.
· Ethical Requirements Applicants proposing research involving human beings or animals as research subjects should have
their projects vetted by the Institutional Review Board (IRB)
at their home institution. At-large applicants should conduct
an individual ethics review ensuring that their proposed projects are consistent with ethical standards for research involving humans as research participants as outlined in the National
Guidelines for Human Subjects Research (U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services, Office of Extramural Research,
National Institute of Health at http://grants.nih.gov/grants/
policy/hs/index.htm), in the National Guidelines for Animal
Welfare at the National Institute of Health’s Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare (http://grants.nih.gov/grants/olaw/
olaw.htm) or other applicable internationally recognized ethics guidance documents. Human subjects research includes:
clinical investigations (any experiment or study on one or
more persons which involves a test product/article, whether a
drug, treatment, procedure or device); social-behavioral studies
which entail interaction with or observation of people, especially vulnerable populations (e.g., minors, pregnant women,
inmates, drug-users, the mentally impaired, displaced/refugee
populations); and, basic scientific research to study the biology of animals, persons or organs and specimens thereof. The
most fundamental issues in studies involving human research
subjects include: valid scientific questions and approaches; potential social value; favorable risk-benefit ratio; fair selection of
study participants and an adequately administered informed
consent process.
FULBRIGHT-mtvU AWARDS
DEADLINE: MARCH 1, 2013
Up to four awards will be available to pursue projects that promote “the power of music” as a global force
for mutual understanding. Preference will be given to creative projects that are conveyed in a dynamic fashion and are accompanied by a feasible plan. As part of the Fulbright application, applicants must submit a
Documentation and Outreach Plan describing how they intend to share their activities with their peers during
their Fulbright year abroad through mtvU print, broadcast and/or online mediums. The Documentation and
Outreach Plan form is available at www. us.fulbrightonline.org.
Applicants are encouraged to consider all aspects of “the power of music” in developing their proposals.
Along with the study of music in a specific cultural context, proposals will be considered in other musicrelated field including music and social activism, music in learning, music and the community and musical
performance.
Preference will be given to graduating seniors who meet all host country requirements, including those related to language, affiliation and program start dates. Please refer to the Participating Country Summaries for
details. Applications for all countries where there is an active Fulbright U.S. Student Program are encouraged.
Below are short descriptions of 2010-2011 Fulbright-mtvU projects which have been funded previously. For
more information and to view student blogs, see http://fulbright.mtvu.com.
Musicology, Senegal
Explore the relationship between the thriving Dakar hip-hop scene and traditional Senegalese griot
(musical storyteller) culture. Work with hip-hop artists and griots, and collaborate with a hip-hop
based youth community center to research how people use music to navigate tradition, modernity,
and globalization to craft a contemporary, urban, African identity.
Sociology, Peru
Create a documentary film on Afro-Peruvian music in Peru. With the help of an organization, document the role Afro-Peruvian music has had in ameliorating race relations. Explore ways to introduce
this musical genre to young people.
Education, Australia
Conduct research in hip-hop and new media in Australia. Explore how hip-hop is used to help Australian youth become socially conscious, global and digital citizens at the University of Technology,
Sydney, and community outreach centers in Western Sydney.
Musicology, Indonesia
Working with an organization, create an after-school music program to encourage students to express
their ideals, values, and social positions through music.
FULBRIGHT-mtvU
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REGIONAL AND Participating Country Summaries
As of April 2012, some country programs have been temporarily suspended in response to travel advisories issued by
the United States Department of State. However, this website includes announcement of all Fulbright U.S. Student
openings and awards that are planned for the 2013-14 academic year. Please consult the website (us.fulbrightonline.
org) for the most current information.
The issuance of an award and the terms of that award may
be subject to change depending on conditions in the host
country. The final decision as to the number of awards
and availability of specific openings is subject to funding
and security considerations and approval by the U.S. Department of State.
Inquiries about the status of a particular opening should be
directed to IIE.
Geographical listings in this publication and on this website are a matter of administrative convenience and are not
intended to imply a U.S. Government position on the legal
status of the areas listed.
GENERAL INFORMATION APPLICABLE TO ALL
COUNTRIES
Participating Country Summaries are not available for all
countries listed within regional programs. The countries
listed within each geographic region are those in which it
is anticipated that grants will be available for the 2013-14
academic year. If the country in which you are interested
does not appear, please check with IIE before filing an application.
Master’s and doctoral candidates must have a capacity
for independent study or research regardless of academic
preparation. They should have a general knowledge of the
history, culture and current events of the countries to which
they are applying.
Affiliation with Educational/
professional and Research Institutions
All students need to be affiliated with educational and/or
research institutions, organizations or individuals in the
host country. These affiliations are required even for those
conducting field or independent research.
Applications for one-year degree programs may not be accepted in some countries. Students, especially graduating
seniors, proposing enrollment in one-year degree programs,
should contact the IIE program manager for the country
to which they wish to apply to confirm program acceptability.
The final responsibility for determining the feasibility of the project in the context of the host country, as
well as a student’s university affiliation and the extent of
his or her formal enrollment in an educational institution, lies with the supervising agency in the host country.
Selection of grantees is dependent upon approval of the
project by the supervising agency in the host country and
the ability of the candidate to obtain appropriate and required visas and research clearances within the required
time period.
Applicant’s Degree Level
Supervision/Adaptability
Graduating seniors and graduate students up to the Ph.D.
level will be accepted as candidates for grants, subject to
country guidelines as noted in the Participating Country
Summaries. Graduating seniors and Bachelor’s degree
holders will normally be expected to have a specific study
project for which they have had some undergraduate preparation.
Applicants should keep in mind that the level of supervision
and support that grantees receive in the host country is very
much dependent upon the supervising agency. In many
countries, grantees’ point of contact with the Fulbright Program will be a Fulbright Commission or Foundation. In
these cases, grantees are generally monitored much more
closely than grantees in countries where they are supervised
by the U.S. Embassy. While embassy staff are very supportive and assist grantees with general issues of settling-in and
setting-up contacts, the Fulbright Program is one of many
responsibilities that they have. Therefore, applicants should
demonstrate the dynamism, independence, and flexibility
necessary for active involvement in the host culture.
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REGIONAL AND Participating Country Summaries
REGIONAL PROGRAMS
A Regional Program is one in which grant funds are provided by a central geographic office at the U.S. Department
of State. In these programs, grants are awarded to individuals based on priority order. The U.S. Department of State
determines distribution of funds in regional programs and reserves the right to limit the number of awards to any one
country. (In non-regional programs, distribution of funds is determined by the Fulbright Commission abroad and/or
the U.S. Department of State.)
Countries which are part of a regional program are marked with an asterisk in the country lists on the following pages.
Central America, the Caribbean, and Sub-Saharan Africa, except South Africa, are fully regional programs. Unless
otherwise noted, it is only to those countries marked with an asterisk, within regions, to which multi-country
proposals can be made. Multi-country proposals are permitted only in the Western Hemisphere and Eastern
Europe/Eurasia.
“Educational exchange can turn nations into people, contributing as no other form of communication can to the
humanizing of international relations.”
- Senator J. William Fulbright, 1983
REGIONAL AND Participating Country Summaries
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participating countries by region
Africa, Sub-Saharan
Contact: 212 984-5341
Applicants should initiate the African
university affiliation process and research clearance procedure at the time
of filing their Fulbright application,
since in many countries a minimum of
six months lead time may be required.
An affiliation is usually established
with an educational and/or research institution in the host country. However,
affiliations with other independent
organizations will be considered. All
candidates for Africa are required to
obtain their own affiliations.
Applications for unlisted countries will
be considered on a case-by-case basis, but for dissertation research only.
Grants are not available for research
and travel to Angola, Burundi, Cape
Verde, Central African Republic,
Gabon, Gambia, Guinea, GuineaBissau, Liberia, Madagascar, Mauritania, Somalia, Sudan or Zimbabwe.
Dependents: US$200 per month for
one accompanying dependent; US$300
per month for two or more accompanying dependents.
Mozambique
Benin
Namibia
Botswana
Niger
Burkina Faso
Nigeria
Cameroon
Rwanda
Chad
Senegal
Ethiopia
Sierra Leone
Ghana
South Africa
Kenya
Swaziland
Lesotho
Tanzania
Malawi
Togo
Mali
Uganda
Mauritius
Zambia
The grant period varies for independent
research. All grantees are required to complete an on-line pre-departure orientation
before the beginning of their grant.
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PARTICIPATING COUNTRIES BY REGION
East ASIA/Pacific
Contact: 212 984-5487
Grants are not available to Brunei,
Burma, the Cook Islands, Timor-Leste or Western Samoa.
Dependents: Allowances are available
to some countries, but are frequently
category specific. Please consult the
Participating Country Summaries for
information on terms and amounts.
Australia Cambodia China Fiji
Hong Kong
Indonesia
Japan
Kiribati
Korea
Laos
Macau
Malaysia
Mongolia
Nauru
New Zealand
Papua New Guinea
Philippines
Singapore
Solomon Islands
Taiwan
Thailand
Tonga
Tuvalu
Vanuatu
Vietnam
All Fulbrighters to China and Indonesia,
and all EAP ETA’s (except Korea) are required to complete an on-line pre-departure orientation before the beginning of
their grant.
Europe
Contact: 212 984-5326
For Germany: 212 984-5519
All applicants are encouraged to consider opportunities in countries which
traditionally do not attract large numbers of applicants: Albania, Bulgaria,
Croatia, Macedonia, Moldova, Romania, the Slovak Republic or Slovenia.
Grants are not available to Belarus
(except ETAs) or Liechtenstein.
Dependents: For countries marked
with a + sign, the grant is increased by
US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent; by US$200 per month
for two or more accompanying dependents.
Italy
Albania*+
Kosovo+
Andorra
Latvia*+
Armenia*+
Lithuania*+
Austria
Luxembourg
Azerbaijan*+
Macedonia*+
Belarus
Malta
Belgium
Moldova*+
Bosnia &
Montenegro
Herzegovina
Netherlands
Bulgaria*
Norway
Croatia*+
Poland*
Cyprus
Portugal
Czech Republic*
Romania*+
Denmark
Russia+
Estonia*+
Serbia
European Union
Finland
Slovak Republic+
France
Slovenia*+
Georgia*+
Spain
Germany
Sweden
Greece
Switzerland
Hungary
Turkey
Iceland
Ukraine+
Ireland
United Kingdom
*May be part of a multi-country
proposal within Eastern Europe.
All grantees to countries in bold face
(above) are required to complete an online pre-departure orientation before the
beginning of their grant.
Near East/North
Africa
South and
Central Asia
western
hemisphere
Contact: 212 984-5341
Contact: 212 984-5519
Candidates are responsible for securing research clearances as required by
the host country.
Grants are not available to Afghanistan, Bhutan, Maldives, Pakistan or
Turkmenistan.
Grants are not available to Algeria,
Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Libya, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Gaza, Tunisia or
Yemen.
Dependents: For countries marked
with a + sign, the grant is increased
by US$100 per month for grantees
with one accompanying dependent; by
US$200 for grantees with two or more
accompanying dependents.
Dependents: For countries marked
with a + sign, the grant is increased
by US$100 per month for grantees
with one accompanying dependent;
by US$200 for grantees with two or
more accompanying dependents.
Bahrain+
Egypt
Israel
Jordan
Kuwait+
Morocco
Oman+
Syria+
West Bank
United Arab Emirates+
All Fulbrighters, including Teaching
Assistants, are required to complete an
on-line pre-departure orientation before
the beginning of their grant.
Bangladesh
+
Kyrgyz Republic
India Sri Lanka
Nepal
Tajikistan+
+
Kazakhstan+ Uzbekistan+
All Fulbrighters, including Teaching Assistants, are required to complete an online pre-departure orientation before the
beginning of their grant.
All countries may be part of a multicountry proposal within the region
Contact: 212-984-5565
Grants are not available to the Bahamas, Belize, Cuba, Guyana, Haiti or
Suriname.
Special considerations
Applications
for independent countries in the Eastern
Caribbean (Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines)
will be considered only for Master’s thesis
or Ph.D. dissertation research.
Applicants interested in applying for
grants to French Guiana, Guadeloupe
or Martinique should apply through
France; for Aruba and Netherlands Antilles, through the Netherlands.
Selection in Central America/Caribbean
region (marked with *) is on a regional,
rather than per country, quota. Distribution of awards to countries varies annually
and is based on the quality of applications.
Dependents: The basic grant is increased by US$100 per month for one
accompanying dependent; US$200 per
month for two or more accompanying
dependents unless otherwise noted in
the Participating Country Summaries.
Argentina
Barbados*
Bolivia
Brazil
Canada
Chile
Colombia
Costa Rica*
Dominican
Republic*
Ecuador
El Salvador*
Guatemala*
Honduras*
Jamaica*
Mexico
Nicaragua*
Panama*
Paraguay
Peru
Trinidad
and Tobago*
Uruguay
Venezuela
Teaching Assistants to all countries and all
grantees to countries (in bold face above)
are required to complete an on-line pre-departure orientation before the beginning of
their grant.
PARTICIPATING COUNTRIES BY REGION
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Albania
2 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: A knowledge of beginning/basic Albanian is strongly recommended for all candidates. Higher-level Albanian
language ability may be needed for the successful completion of some projects. Grant period: 9 months, October through
June.
Affiliation: Candidates are responsible for arranging their own host affiliations. Preliminary contacts with and letters of
support from host institutions are preferred, but are not required, at the time of application.
General Comments: Fulbright students must be extremely adaptable and flexible. Living conditions and infrastructure in
Albania are improving, particularly in Tirana and other larger cities. However, students should recognize that the country is still
undergoing significant changes and transitions, and that medical care and other services are not up to U.S. or Western standards.
Dependents: Bringing dependents, particularly children, is not recommended.
Andorra
5 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Catalan, the official language of the Principality of Andorra, is strongly recommended. Intermediate-level
proficiency in Spanish or French is also recommended. Successful candidates must be articulate native English-speakers.
Grant period: 10 months, beginning of September to end of June. The grant period starts with a two-day orientation session
organized by the Fulbright Post in Andorra. Grantees also attend orientation sessions and mid-year sessions organized by the
Fulbright Commission in Spain.
Candidate profile : Applications are welcome from candidates at all degree levels with the initiative needed to assist in
teaching English to Andorran students. Preference will be given to candidates who have some knowledge of Catalan, Spanish
or French. Preference will also be given to candidates who have experience in teaching either English, Catalan, Spanish, or
French.
Nature of assignment: The Fulbright Committee will match the grantee with an appropriate high school. Details of
assignments will be subject to communication between the Fulbright Committee and the school and based on the academic
profile of the selected candidate and the school needs.
Specific considerations: Applicants should submit detailed descriptions of their study or career interests and also include
well-thought-out and feasible proposals. Each host institution will tailor the assistantship to its language teaching needs and the
grantee's background, academic interests, and abilities.
Argentina
8 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Proficient spoken and written Spanish is required at the time of application.
Grant period: 8 months. Fulbright Fellows must arrive during the second half of February or early March 2014 since most
institutions are closed in January. The grant period starts with an orientation organized by the Fulbright Commission.
Attendance at the orientation program is required of all grantees.
Candidate profile : Applications are welcome from all degree levels. Ph.D. candidates should propose specific research
projects in support of their doctoral programs.
Affiliation: All applicants are expected to secure an affiliation with an academic institution, research institute, or appropriate
organization. It is recommended that recent graduates and students working toward a Master's degree establish an affiliation
with an academic institution for coursework or research support. Information on Argentine universities is available from the
General Guide to Study in Argentina at www.me.gov.ar/spu/Servicios/Estudiar_en_Argentina/estudiar_en_argentina.html.
Please check with Fulbright if your host institution requires tuition/fees.
Specific considerations: The Fulbright Commission in Argentina encourages applications for study/research outside of
Buenos Aires.
Dependents: A one-time payment of $500 will be provided to students with one or more accompanying dependents.
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Language: Proficiency in Spanish is required. Successful candidates must be articulate English-speakers with native fluency.
Grant period: 8 months. Grant dates will correspond to the academic year in Argentina, mid-March to mid-November 2014.
The grant period starts with an orientation organized by the Fulbright Commission. Attendance at this orientation program is
required of all English Teaching Assistants (ETAs).
Candidate profile: Applications are welcome from graduating seniors, recent graduates, and Master's level graduate students
with an interest in working in an educational environment. Candidates with degrees in English, Spanish, education, or
TEFL/applied linguistics, with some experience teaching or tutoring are preferred. Other fields will be considered seriously if
combined with teaching experience and/or coursework in pedagogy. NOTE: Because this is a student program, candidates with
more than three years of teaching experience or a Master's degree in TESOL at the time of application may be considered
overqualified and not eligible for this program. Because of the nature of the ETA Program in Argentina, preference will be for
applicants under 30 years of age at the time of application.
Nature of assignment: Grantees will be assigned to English Teacher Training Colleges in the Argentine provinces.
Placements are not available in Buenos Aires. These colleges, which train ESL teachers, may or may not be affiliated with a
university. However, they are part of the Argentine System of Higher Education (Institutos Terciarios). In order to graduate as
ESL teachers, students attend four-year undergraduate programs. ETAs will be assigned as language-learning assistants, but
will not be responsible for teaching entire courses. The Fulbright Commission will match the grantee with the appropriate host
institution. Details of assignments will be subject to communication between the Fulbright Commission and the host institution
and based on the academic profile of the selected candidate and the host institution's needs.
Supplementary project: English Teaching assistant responsibilities will be up to 20 hours per week; therefore, grantees are
expected to engage in other activities related to their personal, career, and/or educational interests. Applicants should consider a
project or specific activity that they intend to pursue if awarded the grant. Applicants should keep in mind that these activities
should be flexible with respect to geographic location, since they will not know where they will be placed. Grantees may pursue
a course of study, conduct research into topics or issues relative to Argentina, engage in specific volunteer activities, or a
combination of these. The Commission will discuss project alternatives with the grantee when the placement is made.
Dependents: No dependent allowance is available.
Website: http://www.fulbright.edu.ar
Armenia
2 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Language proficiency commensurate with the proposed course of study or research is expected by the beginning
date of the grant.
Grant period: 9 months, October to June.
Affiliation: Applicants are encouraged to arrange affiliations and include letters of affiliation in the application. In the
absence of an invitation, they may indicate preferences for affiliation, if any. Final decisions regarding placement will be made by
the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $100 per month for one accompanying dependent and US $200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
2 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Knowledge of Armenian or Russian is helpful, but not expected.
Grant period: 9 months, September to May.
Candidate profile : Well-rounded, articulate graduating seniors or recent graduates with an interest in international education
and the initiative to teach conversational English at all levels. Undergraduate degrees in the humanities and social sciences,
with a focus on English, American studies, or education, are preferred. Successful candidates will not just be teaching English,
but explaining the U.S. to local citizens who have little contextual understanding of America. Previous teaching experience is not
required, but is helpful. Applicants must be native English-speakers and very self-directed.
Nature of assignment: Affiliation is primarily at universities, but may be in schools or other venues where English language
instruction is needed. Grantees will teach under the supervision of an experienced English instructor and will serve as a
resource for conversation, vocabulary, and reading and writing courses. Grantees may also be involved with some educational
advising and outreach.
Supplementary project: Grantees are expected to engage in other activities related to their personal, career, and/or
educational interests. These may include an extracurricular club for students or an independent study/research project or other
activity which will complement but not conflict with assigned teaching and advising responsibilities. Applicants should include a
brief description of their supplementary projects in their Statements of Grant Purpose.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $100 per month for one accompanying dependent and US $200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://armenia.usembassy.gov
Australia
9 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Grant period: 8 -12 months. Students undertaking post-graduate study must commence their grants in either July 2013 or
February 2014. Those carrying out research must commence their grants between July 2013 and March 2014 with the start date
being an agreement between the grantee and their host institution.
Candidate profile : Fulbright grantees to Australia will enroll in graduate programs (Master's or Ph.D., while conducting
research) or undertake research projects (independently or related to their U.S. postgraduate studies).
Affiliation: All applicants must affiliate with Australian universities. It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation
with an Australian university. It is not necessary to have finalized affiliation arrangements at the time of application. Where
affiliation is not confirmed, preferences should be listed in order of priority and supported with reasons.
Tuition: Currently, Australian universities have committed, where possible, to waive fees for any U.S. Fulbright postgraduate
scholar enrolling in a higher degree program. Please note that the waiving of tuition fees is at the discretion of the Australian
institution and applicants are responsible for negotiating fee waivers. In corresponding with institutions, applicants should seek
specific information on this point. Tuition and fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change, and vary with each
institution. In the event a fee waiver is not granted, candidates should be aware that the Fulbright Scholarship does not provide
the cost of fees and is for travel and stipend only.
Ineligibility: For all grants: U.S. students currently residing in Australia will not be considered. Candidates with dual
citizenship with Australia are not eligible to apply.
Dependents: No dependent allowance is available for any grant.
Website: www.fulbright.com.au
1 FULBRIGHT/CSIRO POSTGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
Grant period: 8 - 12 months for Ph.D. research.
Candidate profile : Only candidates currently enrolled in Ph.D. programs are eligible to apply.
Affiliation: The Fulbright CSIRO Postgraduate Scholarship provides the opportunity for American citizens to undertake 8-12
months of postgraduate research with Australia's leading and largest science research organization, CSIRO (Commonwealth
Scientific and Industrial Research Organization), working on Australia's most ambitious scientific research program, the
National Research Flagships.
The CSIRO National Research Flagships focus on addressing major challenges and opportunities through long term,
multidisciplinary, collaborative research leading to widespread adoption of outcomes.
There are nine National Research Flagships in the following areas that are open to Fulbright applicants for 2013: Climate
Adaptation, Energy Transformed, Food Futures, Minerals Down Under, Future Manufacturing (nanotechnology), Preventative
Health, Water for a Healthy Country, Wealth from Oceans, and Sustainable Agriculture.
Website: http://www.csiro.au/org/FulbrightCSIROscholarship.html;www.fulbright.com.au
1 FULBRIGHT/ANU COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS SCHOLARSHIP
Details: The ANU College of Business and Economics, one of seven colleges which comprise the Australian National
University, seeks to advance knowledge through high quality teaching and research in the related fields of accounting, actuarial
studies, business information systems, econometrics, finance, international business, management, marketing and statistics. Grant
Period: 8 - 12 months. Students undertaking post-graduate study must commence their grants in either July 2013 or
February 2014. Those carrying out research must commence their grants between July 2013 and March 2014 with the start date
being an agreement between the grantee and their host institution.
Candidate profile : Applications are invited from candidates in the fields of Business or Economics.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to confirm affiliation arrangements with the ANU College of Business and
Economics. Candidates planning to matriculate in a graduate program must also apply to the program directly and gain
admittance.
Tuition: Currently, Australian universities have committed, where possible, to waive fees for any U.S. Fulbright postgraduate
scholar enrolling in a higher degree program. Please note that the waiving of tuition fees is at the discretion of the Australian
institution and applicants are responsible for negotiating fee waivers. In corresponding with institutions, applicants should seek
specific information on this point. Tuition and fees are reviewed annually, are subject to change, and vary with each institution.
In the event a fee waiver is not granted, candidates should be aware that the Fulbright scholarship does not provide the cost of
fees.
Website: http://www.fulbright.com.au/scholarships/FulbrightANUCollegeofBusinessandEconomicsScholarship.html
Austria
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The Fulbright Commission in Austria (Austrian-American Educational Commission, AAEC) offers up to seven grants to
facilitate full-time research or study, including four Fulbright-Mach awards earmarked specifically for qualified doctoral
candidates; up to 13 study grants combined with English teaching assistantships (13 hours per week) at secondary schools in
university cities; one award for Ph.D. candidates in specific fields of cultural studies; and one award to study at the Diplomatic
Academy in Vienna.
Language: Intermediate to advanced proficiency in spoken and written German is essential for all fields, including music and
fine arts. As a rule, university courses are taught in German, although individual courses in specific fields may be offered in
English. Even if research can be conducted in English, proficiency in German is necessary for daily life in Austria and to
fulfill the Fulbright program's bilateral mandate to promote mutual understanding. University admission also requires
demonstrated proficiency in German. A basic knowledge of German by the time of applying is acceptable for advanced MA or
PhD candidates, whose research may not require them to know German, if they are able to prove an intermediate to advanced
level of German competence upon grant starting date. Language study is available at most institutions and, depending on the
level of proficiency, required by some. The AAEC will subsidize grantees to continue language study on-site, if need be.
Grant period: Nine months, October to June, beginning with a late-September orientation in Vienna.
Candidate profile : The Austrian-American Educational Commission reviews project proposals in terms of their coherence
and quality and also takes their ability to ultimately contribute to the promotion of mutual understanding between the people of
Austria and the United States into account. It is especially, but by no means exclusively, interested in the promotion of
Austrian studies or grant proposals that enhance Austrian-American collaboration. Traditional candidates for the full-time
research or study awards include graduate-level students and Ph.D. candidates. Musicians enrolled in performance programs;
selected students in the natural sciences and/or engineering, whose projects may require extensive lab time; or selected
volunteer and service projects also may qualify for these awards. Bachelor’s-level candidates may apply for full-time research
and study grants but should note that the competition for full-time research and study awards is substantial every year.
Therefore, they are advised to apply for study grants combined with English teaching assistantships. It is important for
applicants to note that recipients of grants combined with teaching assistantships can only pursue studies on a part-time basis
due to the time teaching commitments demand. Individuals who have applied for but are not selected for full-time research
grants may, at the discretion of the Fulbright Commission in Austria, alternatively be considered for a grant combined with a
teaching assistantship. It essential to have an intermediate level of German language proficiency at the time of application in
order to be considered for the grant combined with a teaching assistantship.
There are NO independent Fulbright English Teaching Assistantships to Austria. Students interested exclusively in
teaching assistantship positions without projects or university enrollment should consider applying for the Austrian
Government Teaching Assistantship program which is not a Fulbright program and has a separate application process and
deadline. See http://www.fulbright.at/us-teaching-assistantships/program-description.html
Field of study restrictions: Medicine and veterinary medicine.
Affiliation: All grantees, including Ph.D. candidates, must be fully matriculated at accredited public universities in Austria to
facilitate tuition remission, health insurance, the use of libraries and archives, etc. The AAEC facilitates university enrollment
at the applicant's preferred university and provides for the waiver of tuition fees. Grants are not available for enrollment at
private institutions of higher education or other programs of advanced study in Austria that do not waive tuition fees.
Applicants should identify the individuals and institutions that will provide on-site guidance and include letters of invitation, if
possible. Invitations are absolutely necessary for full-time research and study awards, and should indicate how candidates will be
anchored at the institutions. They are desired but not required for candidates of awards combined with an English language
teaching assistantship. It is not recommended that a Fulbright Fellow seek to earn an Austrian university degree.
Music and fine arts: Admission procedures at Austrian institutions of music and the arts vary on a case-by-case basis.
Universities of music and the arts require auditions and/or entrance examinations, along with submission of a portfolio.
Instruction frequently is still based on "master classes": professors who select and train students for an extended period.
Therefore, applicants are required to have established contact with Austrian music and/or art professors before applying for a
grant and must solicit invitations to study with them. Applicants should inquire about admission and audition requirements and
dates well in advance. Candidates may be required to travel to Austria at their own expense to audition (as early as June), and
the AAEC makes grants for musicians contingent upon university acceptance. The AAEC does not accept applications from
music and art students who wish to study with private teachers or at private institutions. Grants are awarded only after formal
acceptance by a university of music or the arts. Auditions at universities of music and the arts are highly competitive in Austria.
Virtuosity is an important criterion for admission and younger candidates are preferred by the institutions.
Science and technology: Before applying, candidates should correspond with preferred institutions about availability of
equipment and facilities and solicit letters of invitation. Recent undergraduates applying for full research awards frequently are
offered study awards combined with teaching assistantships and, therefore, must fulfill the German language proficiency
requirements noted above in order to be eligible for these awards.
1 FULBRIGHT/DIPLOMATIC ACADEMY GRANT
The Diplomatic Academy in Vienna will collaborate to offer at least one grant for a qualified student to enroll in one of the two
courses the Diplomatic Academy offers for university graduates: its one-year Diploma Program or the first or second year of its
two-year Master of Advanced International Studies (MAIS) Program. Please note that this grant is limited to one academic year
for students accepted into the first year of the MAIS Program. Especially-qualified students may enroll directly in the second
year of the program. (Note: U.S. Students already enrolled in the Diplomatic Academy are not eligible for second-year
funding.) The AAEC assumes that enrollment in the programs of the Diplomatic Academy is the core concern of applicants for
this award. In their project proposals, they are encouraged to describe how their intended course of study fits into their career
plans and objectives. For information on these programs and their specific requirements, consult www.da-vienna.ac.at.
Applicants for the Fulbright/Diplomatic Academy award will simultaneously also be considered as candidates for traditional
Fulbright student grants.
Language: Candidates for the Diploma Program are expected to have a good knowledge of English and of either German or
French with at least basic skills in the respective third language. Instruction in the MAIS program is in English. Although
German is not a MAIS requirement, knowledge of German is expected.
Grant period: Nine months, October 1 to June 30, contingent upon the program chosen.
Affiliation: Costs for tuition will be covered by the AAEC and the Diplomatic Academy. Grantees receive an award to cover
the costs of room and board on-site, will be enrolled at the Diplomatic Academy, and can be housed on-site. It is not necessary
for candidates to apply independently for admission at the Diplomatic Academy. However, it is advisable to contact the
Diplomatic Academy's admission office to ascertain which program is most appropriate for the candidate.
Website: http://www.da-vienna.ac.at/
1 FULBRIGHT/IFK GRANT
The Internationales Forschungszentrum Kulturwissenschaften (IFK) in Vienna, a center of advanced study associated with the
University of Applied Arts in Linz, will collaborate with the AAEC to offer one grant for a Ph.D. candidate in cultural studies,
whose field of specialization is thematically related to Viennese, Austrian, and Central European traditions and/or IFK's
interest in the promotion of interdisciplinary and comparative cultural studies and the humanities. Applicants for Fulbright-IFK
awards also will be considered simultaneously as candidates for traditional Fulbright student grants. Language: Proficiency in
spoken and written German is required. Grant period: Nine months, October 1 to June 30.
Affiliation: Grantees will have access to a workstation at IFK and be expected to participate actively in IFK seminars,
workshops, and symposia.
Website: http://www.ifk.ac.at
Further Information: For further information, please consult the FAQs on the AAEC website:
http://www.fulbright.at/fulbright-for-us-citizens/us-students/faq-us-student-program.html
Azerbaijan
2 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Proficiency in Azerbaijani or Russian commensurate with the proposed course of study or research is expected by
the beginning date of the grant.
Grant period: 9 months, September to June.
Affiliation: Applicants are encouraged to arrange affiliation and submit letters of invitation. In the absence of an invitation,
they may indicate preferences for affiliation, if any. Final decisions regarding placement will be made by the Public Affairs
Section of the U.S. Embassy.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $100 per month for one accompanying dependent and US $200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
3 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Knowledge of Azerbaijani or Russian is helpful, but not expected.
Grant period: 9 months, September to June.
Candidate profile : Well-rounded, articulate graduating seniors or recent university graduates with an interest in international
education and the initiative to teach conversational English at all levels. Undergraduate degrees in the humanities and social
sciences, with a focus on English, American studies, or education, are preferred. Successful candidates will not just be teaching
English, but explaining the U.S. to local citizens who have little contextual understanding of America. Previous teaching
experience is not required, but is helpful. Applicants must be native English-speakers and very self-directed.
Nature of assignment: Affiliation is primarily at universities, but may be in schools or other venues where English language
instruction is needed. Grantees will teach under the supervision of an experienced English instructor and will serve as a
resource for conversation, vocabulary, and reading and writing courses. Grantees may also be involved with some educational
advising and outreach.
Supplementary project: Grantees are expected to engage in other activities related to their personal, career, and/or
educational interests. These may include an extracurricular club for students or an independent study/research project or other
activity which will complement but not conflict with assigned teaching and advising responsibilities. Applicants should include a
brief description of their supplementary projects in their Statements of Grant Purpose.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $100 per month for one accompanying dependent and US $200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Website: http//azerbaijan.usembassy.gov
Bahrain
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: A knowledge of Arabic sufficient to carry out the proposed research is recommended but not required.
Grant period: 10 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and February 2014, subject to the approval of the
U.S. Embassy in Manama. In addition, all grantees are required to attend a Pre-Departure Orientation in Washington DC in
mid-June 2013 as a condition of their grants.
Affiliation: It is strongly recommended that applicants identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they
include affiliation letters with their Fulbright applications. However, the U.S. Embassy in Manama makes the final
arrangements in placing grantees at the appropriate academic institutions.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://bahrain.usembassy.gov
2 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Applicants must be articulate native English-speakers. Intermediate-level proficiency in Arabic is recommended,
but not required. ETAs are provided with limited instruction in colloquial Arabic during the orientation program upon arrival in
Bahrain. Previous study, work, or travel experience in the Middle East and some Arabic language study/familiarity is preferred.
Grant period: 10 months. Grant dates correspond with the academic year in Bahrain, September through June. The grant
period begins with a one-week orientation organized by the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy. ETAs are required to
attend and participate in the orientation program. In addition, all grantees are required to attend a Pre-Departure Orientation
program in Washington DC in mid- June 2013 as a condition of their grants.
Candidate profile : Applicants should be knowledgeable of world issues, and be articulate, resourceful, tolerant, flexible, and
mature, and demonstrate the initiative, leadership, and confidence required to assist with the teaching of English in a foreign
setting. Some teaching experience is preferred. Applications are considered from candidates at all degree levels. Preference is
given to graduates enrolled in a Master's degree program who are interested in international education and teaching. All fields
of study are considered, but preference is given to studies related to the teaching of English, bilingual education, linguistics,
area studies, international relations, or political science.
Affiliation: The Public Affairs Section (PAS) matches the grantee with the appropriate Bahraini universities and vocational
institutions. Details of assignment are subject to communication between the PAS and the host institution, based on the host
institution's needs and the academic profile and teaching experience of the selected candidate. The ETA role with the host
institution takes precedence over any secondary independent study project.
Nature of assignment: The Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship (ETA) Program aims to strengthen English language
instruction at Bahraini educational or vocational institutions by providing up to 20 hours per week of part-time assistance to
permanent teaching staff. At the same time, U.S. participants gain from the intensive cross-cultural interaction and international
educational and/or research opportunities at pre-selected Bahraini institutions. Independent study that does not conflict with
assigned teaching assistant responsibilities is encouraged.
Bangladesh
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Prior training in Bangla is highly recommended. Grantees without basic Bangla skills must incorporate study of
Bangla into their research plan upon arrival in Bangladesh.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants begin in September. Grantees must confirm their arrival date with Embassy
Dhaka's Public Affairs Section (PAS). Grantees should anticipate participating in a formal orientation program at the U.S.
Embassy shortly after arrival.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels are considered. Candidates must demonstrate a solid foundation in their
subject areas, the ability to work independently with minimum supervision, and the ability to adapt to conditions different from
those in the United States.
Affiliation: Candidates must secure affiliation with an appropriate Bangladeshi institution and submit supporting affiliation
letters with their applications. All affiliations, however, MUST be approved by the PAS. Also, frequently, grantees will be
asked to engage as presenters or participants in programs organized by the American Center and its partner organizations.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Specific considerations: U.S. Embassy Dhaka will carefully review all Fulbright proposals for feasibility and security
concerns, particularly those focused in rural areas. Applicants must be flexible in response to changing conditions. Due to
security concerns, study and research in the Chittagong Hill Tracts is not allowed.
6 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Prior training in Bangla is highly recommended. Grantees without basic Bangla skills must incorporate study of
Bangla into their research plan upon arrival in Bangladesh.
Grant period: 9 months. English Teaching Assistants (ETAs) will be teaching in their respective schools from January to
September. In addition, all grantees are required to attend a Pre-departure Orientation in mid-June 2013 as a condition of their
grants.
Candidate profile : Applications are welcome from articulate and flexible graduating seniors, recent graduates or Master's
students who demonstrate a high level of maturity and the initiative to teach English at the secondary or early university level.
Candidates must be native-English-speakers and without dependents. Candidates with degrees in English, Education or
TEFL/Applied Linguistics are preferred, but candidates from all majors are welcome to apply. Some previous teaching/tutoring
experience is preferred, but not required. Facilities in most Bangladesh educational institutions are modest; therefore, applicants
must demonstrate flexibility and adaptability.
Nature of assignment: ETAs will generally teach conversational English and some composition to secondary school students
or early university-level students for approximately 16-20 hours per week. Additionally, significant class preparation time will be
required and ETAs will be involved in other school-related activities. Also, frequently, grantees will be asked to engage as
presenters or participants in programs organized by the American Center and its partner organizations.
Housing: Housing arrangements will be made with the assistance of the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy and the
host schools.
Website: http://dhaka.usembassy.gov/programs_for_undergrad_grad_students.html
FULBRIGHT/FOGARTY FELLOWSHIPS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh
Affiliation: International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh
U.S. partner: Massachusetts General Hospital-Harvard University
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Dr. Stephen Calderwood
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Dr. Firdausi Qadri
[email protected]
Eligibility: Candidates should preferably be candidates for a doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D. Sc.D, or equivalent) and have
previous wet-lab experience in the following areas: microbiology, immunology, and molecular biology. If in medical school,
candidates should have completed their core clinical training. If in a Ph.D. or Sc.D. program, candidates should have completed
their course work and their qualifying exam. Candidates should also possess working knowledge of epidemiology, infectious
diseases, biostatistics and data management.
Focus areas: Global infectious diseases, enteric infections, cholera, typhoid fever, host-pathogen interactions, vaccine and
diagnostic assay development.
Protective immunity to human cholera in Bangladesh. This project continues an International Collaboration in Infectious
Disease Research (ICIDR) between researchers at the International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research in Bangladesh and
the Massachusetts General Hospital-Harvard University, Boston, examining gene and protein expression by V. cholerae during
human infection, development of and duration of immune responses to these key proteins, including innate and adaptive
responses, and the role of immunity to these key antigens in protection of household contacts from symptomatic cholera
following exposure.
High throughput NAPPA-proteoimmunomics and Vibrio cholerae vaccine development. This project involves the use of high
throughput proteomic platform technology to identify immune responses associated with protection against Vibrio cholerae in
household contacts of patients with cholera in Bangladesh, evaluates the role of modifiers of those responses including other
enteric infection, and focuses on the development of an improved cholera vaccine
Training program in vaccine development. This International Global Infectious Disease Research Training Program supports
post-doctoral biomedical researchers from Bangladesh to train in the US at the Massachusetts General Hospital-Harvard
University and at the International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research in Bangladesh in vaccine development relevant to
Vibrio cholerae and other infectious diseases.
Barbados
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: English.
Academic year: Begins the last week of August.
Grant period: 10 months. Most grantees choose to begin in the fall, but the start date is flexible. Grants may begin as early as
August. The last possible start date is March 31st.
Candidate profile : For Barbados, all applicants will be considered. For all other islands in the Eastern Caribbean, only
applicants at the MA or Ph.D. level will be considered.
Affiliation: Applicants are responsible for arranging their own affiliations with an academic institution, research facility, or
another appropriate organization, and for submitting supporting documentation.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Notes: The Eastern Caribbean is comprised of Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, St. Kitts and Nevis, St.
Lucia, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Applicants interested in Dutch or French overseas territories (Guadeloupe,
Netherland Antilles, etc.) should consult the Program Manager for Europe.
Website: http://bridgetown.usembassy.gov
Belarus
2 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Knowledge of Belarusian or Russian is encouraged, but not required.
Grant period: 9 months. The academic year at most institutions is from September through June.
Candidate profile : Well-rounded, articulate candidates at all degree levels with an interest in international education and the
initiative to teach conversational English at all levels will be considered. Undergraduate degrees in the humanities and social
sciences, with a focus on English, American studies, or education, are preferred. Successful candidates will not just be teaching
English, but explaining the U.S. to local citizens who have little contextual understanding of America. Previous teaching
experience is not required but is helpful. Applicants must be native English-speakers.
Affiliation: Affiliation is primarily at universities, but may be in schools or other venues where English language instruction is
needed. Applicants may indicate a host institution preference, but the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy will seek the
most appropriate placements. Grantees will teach under the supervision of an experienced English instructor and will serve as a
resource for conversation, vocabulary, and reading and writing courses. Grantees may also be involved with some educational
advising and outreach.
Supplementary project: Grantees are expected to engage in other activities related to their personal, career, and/or
educational interests. This may be an independent study/research project or other activity, which will not conflict with assigned
teaching and advising responsibilities. Applicants should include a brief description of their supplementary projects in their
Statements of Grant Purpose.
Contact: [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]
Website: http://minsk.usembassy.gov
Belgium
3 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Proficiency in spoken and written French or Dutch commensurate with the project is required before the grant
begins.
Grant period: 9 months, late September to mid-June. Fulbright Fellows arrive in Brussels around September 15.
Ineligibility: U.S. students currently residing in Belgium are ineligible.
Affiliation: Candidates are responsible for arranging their own host affiliations. Preliminary contacts with, and letters of
support from, host institutions are acceptable at the time of application. Degrees are not normally obtainable in one year. Any
candidate not holding a Master's degree is expected to enroll as a full-time student in a Belgian institution. Archives and
libraries of international organizations in Belgium are open only to well-qualified advanced students.
Specific considerations: Fulbright grants to Belgium are only for study at Belgian institutions. Application cannot be made for
the European Union program by entering the Belgian competition.
2 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Basic/beginning level proficiency in French, German or Dutch is strongly recommended.
Academic year: Late September to late June. Fulbright Fellows arrive in Brussels around September 15.
Candidate profile : Candidates should be well-rounded, articulate, and have the initiative required to teach English
conversation in Belgian universities. Assistants teach approximately 12 hours per week and may be able to take limited courses.
Preference is given to candidates who plan careers in teaching French, German, or Dutch.
Nature of assignment: The Fulbright Commission will match the grantee with an appropriate school. Details of assignments
will be subject to communication between the Fulbright Commission and the school and based on the academic profile of the
selected candidate and the school's needs.
Contact: [email protected] or [email protected]
Website: www.fulbright.be
Benin
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Proficiency in French is required; local languages (e.g., Fon or Yoruba in the south; Bariba, Dendi, or Hausa in the
north) may also be needed depending on the area of research.
Academic Year: October through June, although strikes and other administrative difficulties have disrupted the academic
calendar at some Beninese universities in recent years.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Cotonou.
Affiliation: It is strongly recommended that applicants identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they
include affiliation letters with their Fulbright applications. The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy is willing to assist
with this, but candidates should recognize that securing affiliations is ultimately their responsibility.
Research Clearance: A letter requesting authorization of research should be sent to the Ministry of Higher Education and
Scientific Research along with the affiliation letter. The Public Affairs Section is willing to help with this.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$300 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Contact Information: [email protected]; [email protected]. The U.S. Embassy's Information
Resource Center ([email protected]) may also have useful information.
Website: http://cotonou.usembassy.gov
Bolivia
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At the time of this printing, because of visa issues, U.S. grantees to Bolivia are restricted to three months in the country.
If the visa issue is resolved prior to the 2013-2014 application deadline, the restriction will be lifted. In the meantime,
however, the program will accept applications for full grant projects in Bolivia, as well as multi-country projects, for
2013-14. Be aware that selected grantees for 2011-12 were able to revise projects to allow for three months in Bolivia
combined with a continuation of their project in a second country for 6-7 months.
Language: Proficient spoken and written Spanish is required at the time of application. In rural areas, basic Aymara or
Quechua will be needed for effective research.
Academic year: Early February to the end of June and early August until mid-December. However, grants may begin at
any time, based on project design, prior to March 2014.
Grant period : 10 months (once restrictions are lifted).
Candidate profile: Graduate students enrolled in a degree program are preferred. However, consideration will be given to
recent BA/BS graduates who present significant study/research projects.
Affiliation: Candidates arrange their own affiliations and are expected to work independently. Limited affiliation and contact
information will be available to grantees as needed.
General comments : The program is open to all fields. However, projects focusing on the study of indigenous peoples who
collectively constitute a majority of Bolivia's population, business topics (particularly micro-enterprise development and
eco-tourism) are preferred. In addition, students in the creative and performing arts and in the fields of computer science,
criminal justice, law, ecology, environment, and museum studies (management, preservation, and cultural patrimony) are
encouraged to apply.
Dependents : The grant is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$200 per month for
two or more accompanying dependents. Website: http://bolivia.usembassy.gov
Bosnia & Herzegovina
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Language: Knowledge of the Bosnian language is helpful, but not expected.
Grant period: 9 months. October to June. In addition, all grantees are required to attend a Pre-departure Orientation in
Washington DC in mid-July 2013 as a condition of their grants.
Candidate profile : Applications are accepted from candidates at all degree levels, but preference is given to graduate students
who are interested in international education and educational advising. Preference will also be given to applicants in the fields
of education and the English language, as well as the humanities and social sciences, with a particular focus in American
studies. Previous teaching experience is recommended. Applicants must be native English-speakers.
Nature of assignment: The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy will place candidates at a secondary school or
university. Positions combine teaching at least 10 hours per week and educational advising. The educational advising
responsibilities will include individual and group advising, and may include outreach. The remaining time will be reserved for
an independent study/research project. Applicants should submit detailed descriptions of their study or career interests, together
with a feasible project. Details of study or research projects will be subject to direct communication between selected
candidates and designated departments. This project should not conflict with assigned teaching and advising responsibilities.
General comments: Fulbright students must be extremely adaptable and flexible. Living conditions and infrastructure in
Bosnia and Herzegovina are improving. However, students should recognize that the country is still undergoing significant
changes and transitions, and that medical care and other services are not up to U.S. or Western standards. Dependents:
Bringing dependents is not permitted.
Botswana
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Language: English is the official language. Researchers may need Setswana or other local languages to conduct research in
rural areas.
Academic year: July through April.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Gaborone.
Candidate profile : Ph.D. candidates who plan to conduct dissertation research and Master's candidates are preferred.
B.A.-level candidates who present serious projects matching the U.S. Embassy's priority areas (youth development, health,
environment, and economic growth/diversification) will also be considered. All candidates must be mature and able to carry out
independent research projects.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an appropriate institution in Botswana. Candidates
should consider affiliation with the University of Botswana (through the Directorate of International Education and
Partnerships) or other relevant academic and research institutions and NGOs.
Research Clearance: Candidates must obtain research approval from the Ministry of Labour and Home Affairs or the relevant
ministry prior to conducting their research. Research clearances normally take several months and it is best to apply a full
year in advance. Affiliation with a Botswana institution is strongly recommended prior to arrival in Botswana. Research
clearance is easier with the support of an affiliation. For additional information on the research clearance process, contact the
Educational Attaché, Embassy of the Republic of Botswana. You may also contact the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of
Labour and Home Affairs (Research Permits), Private Bag 002, Gaborone, Botswana.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$300 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents. Several schools in Gaborone cater to expatriate children at the primary and secondary
levels. Placement in these schools requires pre-entry tests for admission and advance arrangements, at least six months before
arrival in country. The school calendar runs from January-April, May-August, and September-December. Although job
possibilities for accompanying spouses are limited, volunteer opportunities are numerous.
Website: http://gaborone.usembassy.gov/http://www.facebook.com/U.S.EmbassyGaborone
FULBRIGHT-FOGARTY FELLOWSHIPS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
Location: Gaborone, Botswana
Affiliation: Botswana-Harvard AIDS Initiative Institute
U.S. partner: Harvard University
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[email protected]
Dr. Vladimir Novitsky
[email protected]
Eligibility: Ph.D. students in biomedical areas, especially virology/immunology; MD, or DVM levels. All fellows should be
interested in doing lab work projects in molecular epidemiology related to prevention, treatment, transmission, and drug
resistance for HIV/AIDS.
Not eligible: Applicants only interested in behavioral research.
Project descriptions: Fellows will work with ongoing research to:
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Deliver and assess a comprehensive package of interventions to prevent transmission of HIV infection in the
Botswana village of Mochudi (with 37,000 inhabitants as an experimental laboratory) and to measure HIV
incidence and prevalence as well as changes in these measures over time. The program emphasizes the
detection and ARV treatment of HIV-infected individuals with high viral RNA load including acute infections,
and the use of contact tracing and viral genome signature tracing to detect HIV transmission network.
Mathematical models aim to identify synergies among the implemented prevention measures, or
Identify human AIDS risk genes or single nucleotide polymorphisms that alter risk for HIV infection and/or
rate of disease progression (or immune cell loss) after infection. This is based on gene scans for single
nucleotide differences. Once genes are identified that are associated with different risks for infection or
progression, the gene products will be analyzed to see how they may alter the infection process.
Brazil
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Language: Proficient spoken and written Portuguese is required at the time of application. Consideration will be given to
applicants with significant Spanish language skills who have begun study of Portuguese.
Grant period: 9 months, March to November. Candidates should plan to attend the arrival orientation and begin their
assignments in Brazil in March 2014. Alternate start dates will not be considered except in the most extraordinary
circumstances.
Candidate profile : Applications from all degree levels and in all fields of study are welcome. However, the following areas
are considered a priority for 2013-2014: science, technology, agriculture and the environment.
Affiliation: All candidates must have an affiliation with an academic institution, except in extraordinary cases. (Additional
affiliations with non-profit organizations, archives, governmental agencies, etc., are acceptable and may be desirable depending
on the nature of the candidate's proposal.) Graduating seniors and recent graduates are required to affiliate with a Brazilian
academic institution and to enroll in at least one course, preferably two, per semester. Candidates are encouraged to state their
host institution preferences and to obtain a letter from the institution indicating that courses related to the applicant's research
interests are available. Master's degree and Ph.D. candidates should initiate contact with the host institution of preference prior
to submitting the application. Letters of affiliation must accompany the application. Final approval by the Commission is
subject to confirmation of an affiliation. If necessary, the Commission will assist selected candidates in confirming a possible
host institution affiliation or recommending alternate affiliations.
Specific considerations: Projects are encouraged in all parts of Brazil, not just the main population centers. Specifically,
priority will be given to applicants who locate their projects outside of the urban areas of Rio de Janeiro and Salvador.
Grantees may accept unremunerated teaching/research assistantships that are related to their projects with Commission
approval. Qualified grantees should discuss their interest in such work with the Commission on arrival.
Research clearance: Research in indigenous areas requires clearance that takes a minimum of six months. Grantees should
check with their host institutions about how to apply for clearance.
Dependents: No dependent support is available. Grantees must give proof of health insurance coverage for accompanying
dependents, including provision for emergency medical evacuation.
Website: http://www.fulbright.org.br/
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Language: Proficiency (the equivalent of two year's college- level study) in spoken and written components of any Romance
language is required. In addition, basic knowledge of Portuguese is strongly recommended prior to beginning a grant.
Grant period: 9 months. Grant dates will correspond to the academic year in Brazil, March to November 2014. The grant
period starts with an orientation organized by the Fulbright Commission. Attendance at the orientation is mandatory.
Candidate profile : Applications are welcome from recent graduates and graduate students with experience working in an
educational environment and, specifically, classroom teaching. Candidates with degrees in English, applied linguistics or
foreign languages, AND certification/significant coursework in teacher education or TESOL, are strongly preferred. Some
full-time ESL teaching experience and TESOL certification may substitute for a relevant degree. NOTE: Because this is a
student program, candidates with more than three years teaching experience or a Master's degree in TESOL and more than one year
teaching at the time of application may be considered overqualified and not eligible for this program.
Nature of assignment: In advance of the 2014 World Cup and 2016 Olympic Games in Brazil, the Fulbright Commission is
implementing a comprehensive plan to increase the quality and quantity of English teaching in Brazil. To this end, the grantees
will be placed with Teacher's Colleges at public universities throughout Brazil, where in order to graduate as English as a
Foreign Language (EFL) teachers, students attend four-year undergraduate programs.
ETAs will be assigned as language-learning assistants working up to 20-25 hours per week, but they will not be responsible for
teaching entire courses. They will develop and lead language learning activities and classes under the supervision of faculty,
and promote U.S. culture through cultural and social programs. The Fulbright Commission will match the grantee with the
appropriate host institution. Details of assignments will be subject to communication between the Fulbright Commission and
the host institution and based on the profile of the selected candidate and the host institution's needs. Placement can be in any
Brazilian city.
Supplementary project: Because teaching assistant responsibilities will be up to 20-25 hours per week, grantees are expected
to engage in other activities related to their personal, career, and/or educational interests. Applicants should consider a project
that they intend to pursue if awarded the grant and, since they will not know where they will be placed, keep in mind that these
activities should be flexible respective to geographic location. For example, grantees may pursue a course of study, conduct
research into topics or issues relative to Brazil, engage in specific volunteer activities, or a combination of these. Grantees may
not necessarily be placed at an institution or in a location where they can effectively carry out the goals of their supplementary
project. In these cases, the Fulbright Commission will discuss project alternatives with the grantee when the placement is made.
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Location: Salvador, Brazil
Affiliation: Federal University of Bahia, Salvador, Brazil
U.S. partner: Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, NY
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[email protected]
Eligibility: Post-third year medical school; Post graduation from medical school.
Project descriptions: Dr. Edgar Carvalho's research group focuses on the immunopathogenesis, clinical manifestations, and
management of American tegumentary leishmaniasis and Human T-cell Lymphotropic Virus type 1 (HTLV-I) infection. The
leishmania studies are based at a field site located in the village of Corte de Pedra, an endemic area 280 kilometers from
Salvador, and the HTLV-I studies are based at the university hospital's multidisciplinary HTLV-I clinic. Dr. Marshall Glesby,
an infectious diseases-trained clinical investigator based at Weill Cornell in New York, has collaborated with his Brazilian
colleagues for over eight years and co-mentors trainees with Dr. Carvalho, in particular providing assistance with the design
and analysis of their projects. Examples of ongoing NIH-funded projects are:
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Host and Parasite Determinants in Human Leishmaniasis. Leishmaniasis refers to a group of diseases that
afflicts 12 million persons worldwide, with an estimated 2 million new infections occurring annually. All three
forms of the disease, visceral, cutaneous and mucosal leishmaniasis, are prevalent in our study areas in the
Northeast of Brazil. The Tropical Medicine Research Center has been funded by NIAID continuously since
1991. The current grant focuses on host and parasite determinants in human leishmaniasis, including the roles
of parasite strain polymorphisms, immunological responses, and host genetic factors as determinants of the
different clinical manifestations of Leishmania braziliensis infection.
Immunological Response, Viral Factors and Helminth Infections and HTLV-I Disease Expression HTLV-I
infects 20 million people worldwide and causes a debilitating neurological disorder known as
HTLV-1-associated myelopathy/Tropical Spastic Paraparesis (HAM/TSP) and a T-cell
leukemia/lymphoma. The prevalence of HTLV-I infection is about 1.7% in Salvador, Brazil. Previous studies of
HTLV-I infection by Dr. Carvalho's group have characterized the broad spectrum of disease manifestations in socalled HTLV-I "carriers" and the immunological profiles of asymptomatic and symptomatic patients with this
infection. Current investigations, supported by an R01 (investigator-initiated grant) from NIAID, focus on
determining the natural history of HTLV-I infection; host immunological and viral factors associated with
disease expression; and the influence of helminthic co-infections on the immune response and clinical outcomes
of HTLV-I infection. The basis of this work is an ongoing cohort study of approximately 500 patients with
HTLV-I infection.
Location: Salvador, Brazil
Affiliation: Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), Brazilian Ministry of Health
U.S. partner: Yale Schools of Public Health and Medicine
Contacts:
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[email protected]
Dr. Albert Ko
[email protected]
Eligibility: Post-third year medical school students; Post graduation from medical school; Ph.D. candidates who completed the
first two years of their program; Masters of Science/MPH level fellows; Veterinary School doctoral degree candidates who
completed their basic science courses and one year of clinical clerkship prior to the start of the fellowship year; Post-graduation
from Veterinary School.
Project descriptions: Fiocruz, the research branch of the Brazilian Ministry of Health, and Yale University have a
long-standing research program in the city of Salvador which focuses on the health problems that have emerged due rapid
urbanization and the growth of urban slum settlements. The program focuses on infectious diseases such as leptospirosis, a
rat-borne disease which is the cause of epidemics of pulmonary hemorrhage syndrome in slum communities, bacterial
meningitis and dengue. Furthermore, Fiocruz and Yale coordinate a NIH-sponsored Global Infectious Disease Training
Program (D43 TW00919) and sponsored seven Fulbright fellows and six Fogarty International Clinical Research scholars and
fellows in the past 10 years. Please contact the site PIs for more specific details. On-going projects for fellows include:
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NIAID-supported project (Natural History of Urban Leptospirosis, R01 AI052473), is a cohort study of 14,000
urban slum residents, initiated in 2003, which is characterizing the natural history of leptospirosis and
determining the effectiveness of improved sanitation and other community-based interventions in preventing this
zoonotic disease.
NIAID-supported International Collaboration in Infectious Disease Research program (Disease Determinants of
Urban Leptospirosis, U01 AI088752) is applying combined field and translational research approaches to
identify the pathogen, environment and host-related factors for leptospirosis and its transmission. Projects in
this program include active surveillance for leptospirosis and its severe disease forms, identification of
virulence factors in the spirochete pathogen, development of environmental detection assays for the agent, and
the use of proteome microarray to identify candidate antigens for diagnosis, prognosis and vaccine
development. The long-term goal is to identify new intervention strategies for this neglected tropical disease
NIAID-supported project (Rapid Serodiagnostic Test for Leptospirosis, R44 AI072856), has developed a
point-of-care test for leptospirosis and is currently evaluating the effectiveness of this rapid assay for early
diagnosis of the disease and when combined with timely therapy, for preventing life-threatening late-phase
complications such as renal failure and pulmonary haemorrhage.
Fogarty-supported project (Transmission of Drug-Resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae in Brazil, R01
TW007303), is tracking the incidence and risk factors for bacterial meningitis and the transmission of its
causative agents, including S. pneumoniae, in Brazil. Furthermore current studies are determining the
effectiveness of vaccine interventions against bacterial meningitis in urban slum populations.
Brazilian Ministry of Health and Fogarty-supported project (Disease Burden of Dengue in Brazil) is
characterizing the transmission of urban dengue using on-going active surveillance systems and cohort studies
in the city of Salvador. The overall aim is to obtain baseline epidemiological information on dengue and
prepare a field site for future clinical trials which will evaluate an inactivated dengue vaccine that is being
developed as a joint venture between Fiocruz and private pharmaceutical industry partners.
Bulgaria
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Language: Proficiency in Bulgarian commensurate with the project needs is desirable. The Bulgarian-American Fulbright
Commission provides an additional one-time allowance of $500 for Bulgarian language training during the grant period.
Grant period: 10 months, September through June. Fulbright grantees are due in Sofia for an orientation program one week
before the beginning of the academic year which normally begins on October 1.Grantees are also encouraged to participate in
the two-week Fulbright International Summer Institute in August: Along with a variety of interdisciplinary courses, FISI
offers a two-week intensive training in Bulgarian. For more information visit www.fisi-bg.info.
Candidate profile : Holders of Bachelor's degrees and holders/candidates for higher degrees are accepted. Applications will be
considered in all fields, especially the humanities, the social sciences, and the arts.
Affiliation: Applicants are encouraged to arrange affiliation and submit letters of invitation. Otherwise, they may indicate
preferences for affiliation if an invitation is not available. The Fulbright Commission can assist in establishing contacts at
appropriate institutions. The final assignment is coordinated with the Fulbright Commission.
Special Opportunities: The Fulbright Commission organizes a two-week Fulbright International Summer Institute (FISI) that
offers a variety of academic courses, a cultural program and an intensive study of Bulgarian. For more information please visit
www.fisi-bg.info.The Fulbright Commission offers a two-day orientation for US grantees at the end of
September and a cultural program throughout the academic year.
Dependents: No dependent support is available.
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Language: Applicants must be articulate native English-speakers. Some
knowledge of Bulgarian is an advantage.
Grant period: 10 months, September through June. The grant period starts on September 1 and the school year opens
officially on September 15. Grantees are strongly encouraged to participate in the two-week Fulbright International Summer
Institute in August. Along with a variety of interdisciplinary courses, FISI offers a two-week intensive course in Bulgarian
language and a 3-day professional training for ETAs. All participation costs are covered by the Commission. For more
information visit www.fisi-bg.info.
Candidate profile : Applications at all degree levels are accepted. Preference is given to students interested in international
education and English language teaching. ESL teaching experience is an advantage.
Nature of assignment: Grantees will be placed as English Teaching Assistants at Bulgarian secondary language schools. Their
assignments will depend on the respective schools' needs and will not exceed 20 hours per week of teaching English. Details of
assignments will develop from direct communication between selected candidates and designated host institutions. Dependents:
No dependent support is available.
Website: www.fulbright.bgwww.fisi-bg.info
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Language: English is sufficient for project needs, but any knowledge of Bulgarian/Romanian is an advantage.
Academic year: October through June. Fulbright grantees are due in Sofia for an orientation program one week before the
beginning of the academic year which normally starts on October 1.Grantees are also encouraged to participate in a
two-week Fulbright International Summer Institute (FISI) in August, organized by the Fulbright Commission. Along with a
variety of interdisciplinary courses, FISI offers a course in survival Bulgarian. For more information visit www.fisi-bg.info.
Grant period: 9 months (first 5 months in Bulgaria; the remaining 4 months in Romania).
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels are accepted, but preference is given to Master's and Ph.D. candidates.
Applications will be considered in the following fields: European studies, East European studies, Balkan studies, Black Sea
studies, political science, social sciences, classical studies, and the arts.
Affiliation: Applicants are encouraged to arrange affiliation and submit letters of invitation. If an invitation is not available,
they may indicate preferences for affiliation. The Fulbright Commissions assist in establishing contacts at prospective host
institutions and coordinate the final assignments. Dependents: No dependent support is available.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: www.fulbright.bgwww.fisi-bg.info
Burkina Faso
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Language: Proficient French is required at the time of application.
Academic year: October through July.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Ouagadougou.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels will be considered. Graduate-level candidates can teach courses at the
University of Ouagadougou as a supplement to their research projects on a volunteer basis.
Affiliation: To arrange affiliation with the University of Ouagadougou, applicants should contact: Le Vice-President, charge
de la recherche et de la cooperation internationale. For affiliations with other educational, cultural, or social institutions,
applicants should contact the heads of those institutions directly. Correspondence addressed either to the University or to other
institutions may be routed through the U.S. Embassy.
Visa Requirements: Fulbrighters are responsible for obtaining their own visas before leaving the U.S. Fulbrighters and their
families should obtain visas at the Embassy of Burkina Faso in Washington, DC. The Embassy is located at 2005
Massachusetts Ave, NW, Washington, DC 20036. Telephone: Toll-free: 800-345-6511; DC Metro: 202-558-2216. Fax:
202-318-0771. For further information consult the Embassy's web site at http://www.burkinaembassy-usa.org; e-mail:
[email protected] your arrival, and before your entry visa expires, you must obtain a long-term visa
(normally valid for
renewable one-year periods) for the duration of your stay in Burkina Faso. You will need two identical photographs for this
visa. You can bring these photographs with you or have them taken in town after you arrive.
Research clearance: Applicants should send a letter and their resume or curriculum vitae (and French versions of both) to
the Burkinabe Minister of Secondary and Higher Education and Scientific Research, through the Burkina Faso Embassy in
Washington DC, stating the field, project, period of research, and areas of the country that will be covered by the research. It is
suggested that copies of all these documents be sent to the Public Affairs Officer, U.S. Embassy-Ouagadougou, Department of
State, Washington DC 20521-2440.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent; by US$300 per month for two or
more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://usembassy.state.gov/ouagadougou
Cambodia
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Language: Knowledge of Khmer is encouraged, but not required. Applicants without Khmer language skills should include
plans for language study in their Fulbright projects and must study Khmer concurrent with their research after arriving in
Cambodia.
Grant period: 10 months. Grantees begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S. Embassy
in Phnom Penh.
Affiliation: It is strongly recommended that applicants identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they
include affiliation letters with their Fulbright applications. If necessary, the U.S. embassy will assist in facilitating affiliations
for candidates who have been officially awarded grants.
Specific considerations: Grantees are reminded to observe all security, safety, and health practices appropriate for Southeast
Asia, including malaria prevention. As in all developing countries, the Fulbright grantee should not expect sophisticated
equipment or apartments with American standards of comfort. Living conditions outside of urban areas tend to be harsh and
without plumbing and electricity. Housing availability can be limited, although the situation in Phnom Penh, Siem Riep and
Battambong has improved in recent years. Use of libraries can be hampered by short hours, closed stacks, and limited
circulation, although the Embassy can help to facilitate after hours research when needed. Dependents: No dependent
support is available.
Ineligibility: Candidates currently residing in Cambodia (or those who will be living there during the 2012-2013 academic
year) will not be considered.
Website: http://cambodia.usembassy.gov/
Cameroon
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: English and French are the official languages in Cameroon. Although Cameroon is officially bilingual, French
speakers greatly outnumber English speakers and a working knowledge of French is necessary. Academic year: October 1
through July 31.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants will begin in September 2013. The U.S. Embassy in Yaounde will not consider
applicants who wish to arrive in the middle of an academic year (i.e., at the beginning of Spring semester), or wish to depart
before the end of the academic year.
Affiliation: Researchers must have institutional affiliations in Cameroon and should indicate in their applications the names
and academic titles of individuals and institutions with whom they will work before research permits are issued. The Ministry
of Scientific Research and Technological Innovation (MSRTI) requires that researchers work with a Cameroonian or local
scholar. The U.S. Embassy may work with Fulbright grantees to secure research permits if the need arises.
General Comments: Applications in all fields of study will be considered, but preference is given to researchers in the
humanities, natural resource management, natural and technical sciences, public health and political science.
Research Clearance: Research permits are required in Cameroon. Research permits are issued through MSRTI. Applicants
should contact their host institution or Embassy about applying for a research permit, providing the area of research and
timeline. There are three types of research permits: a three month-permit, a six-month permit, and a one-year permit. Each
permit may be renewed once and for each renewal the research team must present a preliminary report of activities.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent; by US$300 per month for two or
more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://yaounde.usembassy.gov
Canada
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Language: The majority of Canadian universities operate in English. French language ability commensurate with the
requirements of the project and/or the requirements of the institution at any of the Francophone institutions is required. Several
bilingual universities offer courses in both French and English. For further information, please contact Fulbright Canada (
www.fulbright.ca) directly.
Academic year: September through May.
Grant period: 9 months. Orientation takes place in September, and grants normally coincide with the academic year.
Candidate profile : Graduating seniors, current and prospective graduate students, doctoral candidates and professionals of all
ages are encouraged to apply. Applicants who will have received a Ph.D. by December 31, 2012 should apply to the Fulbright
Scholar Program, see www.cies.org. Candidates with recent substantial experience (defined broadly as having resided, worked,
studied or conducted research for more than nine months in the five years prior to starting the grant) in Canada will be
considered less competitive.
Affiliation: All grantees must have an approved affiliation with an appropriate host (i.e., a university or other
research-oriented institution) in Canada and are responsible for securing such affiliation and documenting in the application.
Applicants are encouraged to establish an affiliation with the intended host institution at an early stage and, ideally have a
fallback position. Applicants must list their potential host institution(s) in the Statement of Grant Purpose. Formal Enrollment
Awards are available for students who plan to enroll in a graduate program at a university in Canada.
Types of Projects: Project proposals fall into three broad categories: 1) Research Only: Proposals to conduct research in
Canada either independently or as part of the candidate's current graduate program. Independent researchers should provide
evidence of advanced research skills. 2) Study/research: Proposals that combine of study and research activities. Affiliation
with an academic institution is central to this type of project. 3) Formal Enrollment: Applicants who plan to enroll in a
graduate program at a university in Canada and who propose a specific project as part of their Canadian graduate
program. Formal Enrollment candidates must apply directly to Canadian graduate programs simultaneously with the application
for a Fulbright grant. Fulbright Canada is not involved in university admissions. Research and research/study candidates are
responsible for obtaining a letter of invitation from their intended host institution and must adhere to all host institution
regulations pertaining to visiting researchers. Applicants must identify in the Project Abstract and the first paragraph of
their Statements of Grant Purpose the broad category that best describes their project proposal.
Tuition: The award is a fixed sum for one nine-month academic year beginning in September. Grantees will cover tuition, as
well as all other expenses, from their fixed sum grants and/or other resources, as necessary. A number of Canadian universities
offer competitive graduate awards that can supplement the Fulbright Canada award. In addition, some provinces provide direct
awards for enrolled graduate students who hold external awards such as a Fulbright grant. Please consult the Foundation in
Canada.
Specific Considerations: All applicants are required to demonstrate the relevance of their project to the Canadian
Fulbright Program's mandate, which is to enhance mutual understanding between the two countries.
Special Opportunities: Professional Development Grants, available on a competitive basis under the auspices of the Fulbright
Canada Mobility Program, are allocated to grantees in the winter term. Other opportunities such as the Ecoleadership Program
are also available.
General Comments: Awards offer a unique opportunity to explore important contemporary issues relevant to Canada and the
United States and the relationship between the two countries. While the competition is officially open to all fields, applications
in the following areas are given preference: Canada-U.S. relations; comparative public policy; law; international trade; North
American integration; communications; culture; ecology and the environment; indigenous issues; security; public health;
science and technology; border issues; Canadian studies; and American studies.
Website: http://www.fulbrightcanada.com
1 FULBRIGHT/JOHN R. OISHEI AWARD
This award is available for an American student who is from Buffalo, permanently residing in the greater Buffalo area, or
studying in Buffalo. Applicants interested in pursuing their studies in the fields of business, health care, education, and cultural,
social or civic needs of the community are eligible. The Foundation gives priority to innovative, creative, and time-limited
programs or projects. All qualified applicants will be considered; special notation on the application is not needed.
1 FULBRIGHT/CASSANDRA PYLE AWARD
This award is available on an annual basis for either an American or Canadian applicant. Applicants who embody and reflect
Cassandra Pyle's commitment to international education are eligible. All qualified applicants will be considered; special
notation on the application is not needed.
Chad
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Chad has two official languages: French and Arabic. However, proficiency in French is critical for teaching and
research. Depending on the research topic, basic familiarity with the local Arabic dialect or Sara language is recommended.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in N'Djamena.
Candidate profile : Only candidates at the doctoral level will be considered. Graduating seniors and others at the Bachelor's
level are ineligible for this country.
Field of study restrictions: Research in the field of military studies is discouraged.
Specific considerations: Chad is a politically unstable country and for this reason, anyone wishing to travel to the country
needs to refer to the U.S. State Department's travel advisory website or contact the U.S. Embassy to obtain authorization to do so.
Grantees traveling to Chad should secure an entry visa at the Chadian Embassy in Washington DC.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an appropriate Chadian institution. Students doing
research in scientific fields will receive guidance from the Centre National d'Appui à la Recherche (National Scientific
Research Center). Chad now has 12 public universities and higher education institutions located throughout the country, many of
which can host Fulbright grantees.
Research Clearance: A research permit can be obtained from the Chadian Ministry of Higher Education Scientific Research
and Vocational Training.
General Comments: During the past five years, the Government of Chad has created several public universities and higher
education institutions throughout the country in an effort to decentralize the higher education system. There are currently 4
universities and 8 institutes. Fields of studies include but are not limited to: law, science, technology, medicine, history,
geography, agriculture, environmental studies, communication, sociology, management, oil science, teacher training, arts,
animal husbandry, etc.
Housing: The U.S. Embassy is currently working with the Chadian Government to provide lodging for potential grantees.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$300 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Contact: [email protected];[email protected]
Website: http://ndjamena.usembassy.gov
Chile
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Language: Proficient spoken and written Spanish is required at the time of application.
Academic year: March to November.
Grant period: 9 months. Students must arrive prior to or at the beginning of March 2014 to enroll or conduct research for the
full academic year. Grant dates must correspond to the academic year in Chile. The grant period starts with an orientation
organized by the Fulbright Commission during the first week of March.
Candidate profile : Graduate students conducting thesis or dissertation research are preferred. However, graduating seniors
and recent graduates will be considered with projects proposing coursework and a research project. Applications from
candidates in science and technology are especially welcome. Topics concerning astronomy, earth sciences, engineering,
mathematics, biology, geology, food science, forestry, mining, oceanography, aquaculture, energy, biotechnology, physics,
environmental sciences, ecology and chemistry are of particular interest. Applications from social sciences, humanities and
education are also welcome.
Factors affecting eligibility: Candidates already in Chile at the time of application are not eligible. Candidates who have
lived/studied in Chile for more than 12 months within the last 5 years will be less competitive.
Affiliation: The role of the affiliation in the Chile U.S. Student Program is to provide ongoing and substantive oversight and
support for the grantee's project. Grantees will be required to have affiliations with accredited academic or research institutions
in Chile. Therefore, applicants must initiate contact with the host institution of preference and obtain a formal letter of
invitation or affiliation prior to submitting the application. In addition to indicating the nature of the affiliation between the
applicant and the host institution (e.g., enrollment in classes, access to facilities or resources, collaboration with ongoing project,
etc.), the letter should state that a host contact would be available during the grant year to mentor the applicant and/or supervise
the applicant's work on their proposed project.
General comments: For information on accredited Chilean universities visit
http://www.cnachile.cl/acreditacion/ac_portada.html
Website: http://web.fulbright.cl/
5 CHILE SCIENCE INITIATIVE AWARDS
General comments: Pursuant to the Commission's interest in supporting study at Chile's leading science centers, up to five
grants will be awarded specifically for Master's level or Ph.D. students conducting study/research at one of the accredited
institutions in Chile. Prospective applicants may contact the institution directly to determine if the proposed project is feasible.
Applicants should obtain a letter of affiliation from the contact or other faculty person at the institute, stating, at a
minimum, that the applicant's background is sufficient and the proposal appears to be feasible.
Language: Some programs may not require a high level of Spanish proficiency since much of the work at the institute is
conducted in English. Applicants should be sure to determine the level of Spanish required for their project. Both the letter of
affiliation and applicant's Statement of Grant Purpose should address the language issue, if proficiency is not required.
China
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Language: A strong knowledge of Mandarin Chinese is required. Candidates should have the equivalent of at least two years
of college-level Chinese prior to commencing their Fulbright research. Applicants with the minimum level of language
background should apply for a Critical Language Enhancement Award to improve the feasibility of their proposal. Read more
details about the Critical Language Enhancement Award program, and also carefully review the guidelines on approved
Chinese language training programs.
Grant period: 10 months. Candidates should design projects that begin in early September 2013 or early March 2014, so that
their arrivals in China will correspond with the beginning of an academic term at the Chinese host institution. Alternative
project timelines are acceptable only for Ph.D. candidates or those grantees applying for Critical Language Enhancement
Awards. All candidates receiving Critical Language Enhancement Awards to study Mandarin in China will begin their
language studies in an approved program in the summer or fall of 2013, and their Fulbright research terms will begin
immediately after the conclusion of their intensive language programs. In addition, all grantees are required to attend a
Pre-departure Orientation in Washington DC in June 2013 as a condition of their grants.
Field of study restrictions: Business is not recommended. Hard science and technology projects are not recommended except
in: environmental science, public health and sustainable development. Proposals for enrollment in Chinese graduate degree
programs will not be accepted.
Affiliation: Graduating seniors and Bachelor's-level candidates will affiliate with Chinese universities and will audit classes at
their host institutions. In keeping with programmatic efforts to increase regional diversity and promote the Fulbright program
across China, applicants should affiliate with universities outside of Beijing or Shanghai. Any applicant wishing to affiliate
with a university in Beijing or Shanghai must present serious justification in the Statement of Grant Purpose as to why the
project must be carried out there. Other factors being equal, priority will be given to applicants with projects outside the major
city centers. Applicants should identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and include affiliation letters with their
Fulbright applications. For a list of recommended affiliations, please review the Fulbright China Affiliation Guide for
Candidates. Graduate students will affiliate with Chinese institutions of higher
education (universities, academies of social science, or academies of science). In keeping with programmatic efforts to increase
regional diversity and promote the Fulbright program across China, priority may be given to applicants with projects outside of
Beijing and Shanghai. Applicants should identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and include affiliation letters
with their Fulbright applications. For a list of recommended affiliations, please review the Fulbright China Affiliation Guide
for Graduate Students. For detailed guidance about arranging an affiliation at a Chinese host institution, please refer
to the China
Applicant Affiliation Guide.
Ineligibility: Candidates currently residing in China, Hong Kong or Macau (or those who will be living there during the
2012-2013 academic year) will not be considered. Proposals for intern work at NGO's or other organizations will not be
accepted.
Dependents: No dependent support is available.
Websites: www.iiebeijing.org/programs/fulbright.html; http://beijing.usembassy-china.org.cn/
FULBRIGHT-FOGARTY FELLOWSHIPS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
Location: Beijing, China
Field of Study: Applicants should select "Public Health" as the Field of Study in the Fulbright Application.
Affiliation: The Cancer Institute and Hospital of the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences (CICAMS), Peking Union
Medical College (PUMC)U.S. partner: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Contact: Dr. Jennifer S. Smith, Associate Professor, Research, UNC
[email protected] Dr. YouLin Qiao
[email protected]
Eligibility: PhD students in epidemiology, biostatistics or related fields who have completed their master's level coursework, and
Medical, nursing and dental students who have completed their third year of medical education.
Project Description: The Cancer Institute and Hospital of the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences (CICAMS), was
founded in 1958 and is located near Longtan Lake in the southeast corner of Beijing, China. It is a national center for cancer
research, medical education, and research-based prevention of both common and rare cancers. At CICAMS, you will not only
have the opportunity to work with established leaders in Chinese and global health, but also alongside many students, post-docs,
and fellows who all share an interest in cancer, clinical research, and epidemiology. CICAMS, a WHO collaborative center for
cancer research, is the largest cancer research center in Asia and a base for clinical drug trials run by the Chinese State Food
and Drug Administration (SFDA). It has a 1,200-bed hospital with state-of-the-art equipment and facilities for cancer diagnosis
and treatment. It is a national center for cancer research, medical education, and research-based prevention of both common and
rare cancers. Given the resources at CICAMS, and the expertise of the co-sponsors, the CICAMS site offers research
opportunities in cancer, clinical trials, and epidemiology. While the main topics approached by the CICAMS group include
cervical cancer, human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, and esophageal cancer, there are many other research topics on cancer
available. The site offers the opportunity to develop individually student-tailored research projects and travel to different high
cancer risk areas of China with fellow researchers to participate in trials and studies. The CICAMS site co-sponsor is
internationally-renowned epidemiologist, Dr. You-Lin Qiao. Current research being performed at CICAMS includes:
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Prophylactic HPV-vaccine clinical trials
Risk-factor analysis to investigate the etiology of various cancers (breast, cervical, and others)
HIV and HPV co-infection: screening methods, natural history of cervical disease in HIV seropositive women
Study of etiologic agents, including polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and acetaldehyde, for esophageal cancer in Linxian
Clinical trials on cancer screening test on cervix, breast, esophagus, lung and others
Clinical epidemiological studies on breast, liver and others
Linxian nutrition intervention trial cohort study
Health economic studies on cancer prevention
Yunnan Tin miners cohort study
Location: Field of Study Applicants should select "Public Health" as the Field of Study in the Fulbright Application.
Affiliation: China Center for Disease Control (China CDC) National Center for STD and Leprosy Control
(NCSTD)U.S.
partner: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Contact: Dr. Myron Cohen [email protected]
Dr. Xiang-Sheng Chen [email protected]
Eligibility: U.S. medical students who have completed their third year; U.S. doctoral students who have completed
coursework
Project descriptions: The UNC-NCSTD collaboration includes a number of major ongoing research projects focused on
sexually transmitted disease epidemiology, behavioral prevention, laboratory science, and clinical science. The Nanjing site has
been a Fogarty International Clinical Research site for medical students and graduate students since 2005. A weekly English
language journal club focused on HIV/STD research, participation in lectures and training courses in epidemiology and
statistical methods, clinical observation opportunities including visits to leprosarium, and related activities enrich the mentored
research experience. Major internationally supported ongoing research projects at NCSTD include the following:
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Partnership for Social Science Research on HIV/AIDS in China - Capacity building research focused on linking social
science and public health expertise to control HIV infection in China.
Syphilis social epidemiology in the People's Republic of China - Mentored research on syphilis epidemiology and social
science.
The UNC AITRP funds training for researchers in the area of HIV/AIDS prevention to conduct multi-disciplinary behavioral
and biomedical research and to strengthen the research capacity of institutions to address the AIDS epidemic.
Studies on introduction of rapid syphilis tests into antenatal care and outreach services of high risk groups in China.
Comparison of RDS and PLACE in surveys among female sex workers in Liuzhou.
Strengthening of HIV testing, surveillance and interventions through providing syphilis screening (CAHHF)
Location: Shanghai, China
Field of Study: Applicants should select "Public Health" as the Field of Study in the Fulbright Application.
Affiliation: Shanghai Cancer Institutes. partner: Vanderbilt University
Contact: Dr. Yong-Bing XIANG (Shanghai Cancer Institute)
[email protected]
Dr. Xiao Our Shoo (Vanderbilt University)
[email protected]
Eligibility: Ph.D. candidate in Epidemiology who has completed all course requirements; Fourth year medical student with a
M.P.H. degree.
Project descriptions: Fellows at the Shanghai Cancer Institute site would have the opportunity to be involved in the following
long-term projects:
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Cancer risk reduction and diet: a cohort study of women - the Shanghai Women's Health Study: The SWHS is a large,
population-based, prospective cohort study initiated in 1996. From 1996 to 2000, approximately 75,000 Chinese women who
lived in Shanghai were recruited into the study (AJE, 162:1123, 2005). In addition to survey data, most study participants
donated blood and urine samples at baseline. This cohort of women are being followed for the occurrence of cancer and
several common diseases through biennial home visit and record linkage with files routinely collected by the Shanghai Cancer
Registry and the Vital Statistical Unit. In the current funding cycle, the study focuses on evaluating dietary factors that may
reduce the risk of cancers. The resources from this study have supported multiple projects that address etiologic hypotheses
for cancers, and other chronic diseases, such as coronary heart diseases, asthma, diabetes, stroke, hypertension, and bone
fracture.
Cohort study of cancer-inhibitory dietary factors in men - the Shanghai Men's Health Study is a population-based cohort
study of 61,582 men that is being conducted in parallel with the SWHS using similar study protocols. Study recruitment took
place between 2001 and 2006. About 50% of study participants are married to SWHS study participants. In addition to survey
data, 75% of study participants provided a blood sample, and nearly 90% provided a urine sample. Two food frequency
questionnaires were/are being administered in person two years apart. The cohort is being followed through a combination of
biennial home visits of all living subjects and record linkages to collect information on mortality, occurrence of cancer and
major chronic diseases, including diabetes, hypertension cardiovascular disease, and bone fracture.
Colombia
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Language: Proficient spoken and written Spanish is required at the time of application.
Grant period: 9 months. Grant dates correspond to the academic year, August 2013 to April 2014. The grant period starts
with an orientation organized by Fulbright in late July. Attendance is mandatory for Fulbright Student grantees.
Candidate profile : Preference is for candidates with specific program objectives: 1) Ph.D. candidates who plan research
related to their dissertations as approved by their U.S. universities; 2) Graduating seniors, recent graduates, and graduate
students who will pursue coursework at a Colombian university, be engaged in research and whose preparation meets university
requirements for admission; 3) Candidates with solid experience in the creative and performing arts who want to study and/or
conduct research in Colombian institutions or with Colombian specialists.
Ineligibility: U.S. citizens holding dual U.S.-Colombian citizenship are not eligible.
Restriction: Security considerations preclude projects whose research methodologies or field work are considered to pose
security
risks. Applicants wishing to conduct research activities are advised that Colombia's security situation is very organic, and that
certain cities or towns, sections of urban areas, and rural areas of the country may be designated as restricted areas for security
reasons.
Proposals requiring students to be in these areas will not be approved. All ground travel in Colombia must be preapproved by Fulbright.
Affiliation: Applicants must have an affiliation letter or a prospective letter of affiliation from a Colombian university
at the time of application. If selected, the Fulbright Commission in Colombia will confirm the definitive status of affiliation
with tuition included. Recent undergraduate degree recipients are required to take at least 2 courses at their host institution. Any
secondary affiliation with a non-academic institution should be arranged by the grantee and the Commission must be informed.
Website: www.fulbright.edu.co
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Language: Proficiency in Spanish is required. Successful candidates must be articulate English-speakers with native-level
fluency.
Grant period: 10 months. Grant dates correspond to the academic year, August 2013 to April 2014. The grant period starts
with an orientation organized by the Fulbright Commission in late July. Attendance is required of all ETA grantees.
Candidate profile : Applications are welcome from graduating seniors, recent graduates and Master's level graduate students
with an interest in working in an educational environment. Candidates with degrees in English, Spanish, education, or
TEFL/applied linguistics with some experience teaching or tutoring are preferred. Other fields will be seriously considered if
combined with teaching experience and/or coursework in pedagogy.
Nature of assignment: Fulbright Colombia, the Colombian government's Institute for Study Abroad, ICETEX, and the
Ministry of Education, MEN, match the grantee with the appropriate university, based on the ETA candidate's academic
profile and the specific needs of the host institution. These matches will be made by mid-May at the latest. Affiliations will
be at universities in Bogotá and in other major cities throughout Colombia. The university will provide a tutor and a primary
contact for all academic and administrative issues, one of which is housing. One of the ETA grants is arranged through a
special agreement of cooperation between the Fulbright Commission and El Cerrejón, a coal mining company that operates
in the region of La Guajira. This ETA will engage in language-learning activities in universities and/or elementary and high
schools in this region associated with the Cerrejón Foundation, and will be monitored by an educational specialist in the
Foundation. ETAs will be assigned as language-learning assistants, but will not be responsible for teaching entire courses.
Details of assignments will be subject to a program plan presented by the host institution and approved by ICETEX,
Fulbright and the MEN.
Supplementary project: Teaching assistant responsibilities will be up to 20 hours per week; therefore, grantees are expected
to engage in a social or community outreach project related to their academic and personal interests. Applicants should
consider a viable project that they intend to pursue if awarded the grant. Applicants should keep in mind that these activities
should be flexible with respect to geographic location and local partner organizations, since the activities will depend on the
placement university and city. Grantees may take a course, conduct research into topics or issues relative to Colombia,
engage in specific volunteer activities, or a combination of these. The Commission will discuss project alternatives with the
grantee when the placement is made. Security considerations preclude placements or projects whose research methodologies
or field work are considered to pose security risks. Applicants wishing to conduct research activities are advised that
Colombia's security situation is very organic, and that certain cities or towns, sections of urban areas, and rural areas of the
country may be designated as restricted areas for security reasons. Proposals requiring ETAs to be in these areas will not be
approved. All ground travel in Colombia must be pre-approved by Fulbright.
Website: www.fulbright.edu.co
Congo (Brazzaville)
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Language: Proficiency in French is required at the time of application. Knowledge of local languages may also be needed
depending on the area of research.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Brazzaville.
Candidate profile: Only candidates at the doctoral level will be considered. Graduating seniors and others at the Bachelor's and
Master's levels are ineligible for this country.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an appropriate host institution. It is strongly
recommended that they identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they include affiliation letters with their
Fulbright applications. Most research projects will be carried out in conjunction with the university. While candidates may be
able to take university coursework, independent research should be the primary grant activity.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$300 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://brazzaville.usembassy.gov
Congo (DRC-Kinshasa)
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Proficiency in French is required at the time of application. Knowledge of local languages may also be needed
depending on the area of research.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Kinshasa.
Candidate profile: Only candidates at the doctoral level will be considered. Graduating seniors and others at the Bachelor's and
Master's level are ineligible for this country.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an appropriate host institution. It is strongly
recommended that they identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they include affiliation letters with their
Fulbright applications. Most research projects will be carried out in conjunction with the university. While candidates may be
able to take university coursework, independent research should be the primary grant activity.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$300 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://kinshasa.usembassy.govhttp://kinshasa.usembassy.gov/education-exchanges.html
http://kinshasa.usembassy.gov/public-affairs.html
Costa Rica
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Language: Proficient spoken and written Spanish is required at the time of application.
Grant period: 10 months, starting between August and March. Most grantees choose to begin in the fall but the start date is
flexible. Grants may begin as early as August. The last possible start date is March 31st.
Affiliation: Applicants are responsible for arranging their own affiliations with an academic institution, research facility, or
another appropriate organization, and for submitting supporting documentation verifying this affiliation.
Restriction: Individuals who want to earn a degree from a Costa Rican university or the University of Peace will not be
considered.
Visa requirement: No visa is required for entry into Costa Rica. Grantees must contact the U.S. Embassy in San Jose upon
arrival to begin the process of obtaining a long-term visa.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://costarica.usembassy.gov/
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Language: Proficiency in Spanish is required. Candidates must be articulate native English-speakers.
Grant period: 9 months beginning in mid-February or early March 2013.
Candidate profile : Applications are welcome from graduating seniors and graduate students. Candidates with degrees in
English, Spanish, education or TEFL/applied linguistics with experience teaching or tutoring and who have an interest in
working in an international educational environment are preferred. Other fields will be seriously considered if combined with
teaching experience and/or coursework in pedagogy.
Nature of assignment: Arrangements will be made by the U.S. Embassy.
Specific program considerations: ETAs will be assigned as language-learning assistants, but will not be responsible for
teaching entire courses.
Responsibilities may include giving presentations on different topics related to the United States, preparing classroom activities,
and/or encouraging students to communicate in English.
Other opportunities: ETA grantees also may pursue an independent research, study, or volunteer project. The project is a
secondary activity that will supplement the grantee's ETA responsibilities. Applicants should briefly describe this project in the
Statement of Grant Purpose and may address some or all of the following: 1) why the activities are appropriate to Costa Rica; 2)
skills, talents or other qualifications that they bring to the project plan; 3) how they view this plan as contributing to their
professional or educational development; and, 4) if and how the plan contributes to the Fulbright goals of mutual understanding
and host community engagement. Remember that the primary activity for ETAs is in the classroom and not carrying out this
project.
Website: http://costarica.usembassy.gov/
Croatia
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Language: A working knowledge of Croatian is helpful. Local language schools and institutes offer courses in Croatian
language and culture.
Grant period: 9 months, October through June.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels are considered, but Ph.D. candidates who present serious study projects
and are capable of independent study are preferred. Applications will be accepted in all fields. However, priority will be given to
candidates in communications, economics/business administration, history, law, political science, and sociology.
Affiliation: Candidates are responsible for securing their own affiliation at one of the Croatian universities. Preliminary
contacts and letters of support from host institutions are preferred, but not required, at the time of application. It is not necessary
to have secured an affiliation at the time of application; however, U.S. Fulbrighters must submit evidence of an affiliation at
least three months before arriving in Croatia.
Visa requirements: First Residence Permit: The Croatian government passed a new law for foreigners similar to residency
and entry laws for European Union member states. The law stipulates that foreign citizens planning to stay in Croatia longer
than 90 days must apply for the First Residence Permit (for a period covering their entire stay in Croatia). For detailed
instructions on the procedure and required documents please refer to the Handbook for Fulbright Grantees in Croatia which will
be provided to all grantees.
Specific considerations: Applicants should be aware that by Croatian law the following are automatically considered Croatian
citizens: any person with dual citizenship (Croatian and American); any person born in Croatia; and, any person born in the U.S.
of Croatian parents (both of whom must be Croatian citizens) and registered as a Croatian citizen by the age of 18. In all cases,
and in all cases where dual nationals encounter difficulties, the ability of the U.S. Embassy to provide assistance is quite limited.
Housing: The Croatian government provides a local currency contribution toward the cost of housing.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent; by US$200 per month for two or
more accompanying dependents.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: http://zagreb.usembassy.gov
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Language: Knowledge of Croatian is helpful, but not expected. Grant
period: 9 months, October to June.
Candidate profile : Well-rounded, articulate candidates at all degree levels with an interest in international education and the
initiative to teach conversational English at all levels will be accepted. Undergraduate degrees in the humanities and the social
sciences, with a focus on English, American studies, or education, are preferred. Successful candidates will not just be
assistant-teaching English, but presenting on American culture and advising on educational opportunities in the U.S. to local
citizens. Previous teaching experience is not required but is helpful. Applicants must be native English-speakers.
Nature of assignment: Placement is at secondary schools or universities. Grantees will assistant-teach under the supervision
of an experienced English instructor and will serve as a resource for conversation, vocabulary, and reading and writing courses.
Grantees may also be involved with some educational advising, outreach, or community activities.
Supplementary project: Grantees are expected to engage in other activities related to their personal, career, and/or
educational interests. This may be an independent study/research project or other activity, which will not conflict with assigned
assistant-teaching and advising responsibilities. Applicants should include a brief description of their supplementary projects in
their Statements of Grant Purpose.
Cyprus
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Language: English. Specific projects may require Greek or Turkish language skills in order to use source materials. Please be
aware that, for spoken English, the Cypriot dialect is quite different from mainland Greek and Turkish.
Grant period: 9 months, early September to late May, beginning with an in-country orientation. Attendance to the orientation
is obligatory.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels are accepted, but those conducting research for a Ph.D. are preferred.
Applications will be considered from well-qualified students in all fields. Interdisciplinary studies and projects in conflict
resolution are particularly welcome.
Affiliation: Before applying through IIE, students must have a confirmation of affiliation with a host institution in Cyprus.
Any Cypriot university/organization will be considered as a potential host institution, but prior approval of the Fulbright
Commission in Cyprus is required due to issues of political sensitivity. The Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics, the
Agricultural Research Institute (ARI), the Cyprus American Archaeological Research Institute (CAARI), the Cyprus Museum,
the University of Cyprus, and the University of Nicosia have all successfully served as hosts for Fulbright Fellows.
General Comments: An effort should be made to implement grants that involve research in both Turkish Cypriot and Greek
Cypriot communities.
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Language: English is widely spoken in Cyprus, but a knowledge of Greek and/or Turkish will be considered an advantage.
Please be aware that the Cypriot dialect is quite different from mainland Greek and Turkish.
Grant period: 9 months. Grant dates will correspond to the academic year is Cyprus--early to mid-September to early to
mid-June. The grant period begins with an orientation organized by the Cyprus Fulbright Commission. Attendance at this
orientation in mandatory.
Candidate profile : Students seeking a cultural experience, who have a positive attitude to cultural differences, and who are
able to work and live in an environment different from their own will be considered. Candidates must have the initiative and
aptitude needed to explore new places and to get involved in the community. Teaching experience is an advantage, but is not
required. Applicants must be native English-speakers.
Nature of assignment: Affiliation is primarily at secondary schools. However, the background of the ETA will be taken into
consideration and, thus, assignments in a primary school or university may be arranged. ETAs are primarily expected to teach
English, but may be asked to help students in other subjects according to the educational background of the ETA and the needs
of the school or university. ETAs must be willing to be flexible in their duties. The ETA is for assistant-teachers, and therefore,
they will not replace permanent teaching staff; they will not be allowed normally to be the primary teacher in the classroom.
Applicants with Master's degrees in teaching and/or several years of teaching experience should be aware of the limitations of
this program. ETAs are expected to offer presentations and information regarding U.S. culture, traditions and national holidays
to Cypriot students.
General Comments: Grantees are expected to get involved in other community activities or research projects of interest to
themselves. It is advisable to wait until the placement in a school or university has been secured before plans for other
activities are made. The activities of the school or university take priority as sometimes students are asked to participate in
events outside of school hours. Teaching hours, however, will not exceed 25 hours per week. Grantees may be asked to assist
the Cyprus Fulbright Commission with other activities, from facilitating a Socrates Cafe to representing their university at the
Annual University Fair, to offering SAT preparation classes to Cypriot U.S. bound students. Grantees will also be invited to
attend other U.S. Embassy or Fulbright social events. Dependents: No dependent allowance is available.
Contact: Ms. Anna Argyrou at [email protected] general email address: [email protected]
Website: www.fulbright.org.cy
Czech Republic
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Language: Knowledge of Czech is essential for successful completion of specific study plans (e.g., studies of Czech language,
literature, history) or programs in Czech.
Academic year: Two semesters: usually mid-September through January; February through mid-June. The Fulbright
Commission organizes a one-week orientation in mid- September and a mid-year conference in early February. Attendance at
these events is required.
Candidate profile : Advanced graduate students capable of working independently are preferred. Applicants should have
some experience in the proposed field of study.
Affiliation: The Fulbright Commission can assist in establishing contacts with appropriate institutions, if needed. If students
apply for programs at Czech universities (i.e., they do not propose an independent research project), they should apply for
regular programs with Czech as the language of instruction. Applicants must submit a letter of support from their
prospective tutor or host institution. The Commission can also provide assistance in securing professional advice. Apart from
Charles University, there are comparable opportunities for independent study and research at all Czech higher education
institutions in and outside of Prague, such as Plzen, Ceske Budejovice, Liberec, Usti nad Labem, Ostrava, Opava, Olomouc,
Brno, and at the institutions of the Czech Academy of Sciences.
Independent research: Applicants must present evidence of consultation with relevant scholars in the Czech Republic
regarding the feasibility of their proposed projects and the availability of related resources. However, the Fulbright Commission
is prepared to assist in locating research contacts. Letters of support from Czech scholars must be included in the
application.
Dependents: Support of $100 per month for accompanying dependent is available.
Contact: The Fulbright Commission in the Czech Republic welcomes applicants to discuss feasibility of projects through
email at [email protected].
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Language: Applicants must be articulate native English-speakers. Knowledge of Czech is an advantage.
Grant period: 10 months, September 1 through June 30. The grant period starts with the beginning of the academic year at the
host institution. The Fulbright Commission organizes a 2-day orientation for ETAs focused on the education system in the Czech
Republic in the end of August, 4day orientation in mid-September for all the Fulbrighters and a mid-year conference in early
February. Attendance at orientations is required.
Candidate profile : Applications are welcome from graduating seniors interested in any of the following fields: TEFL/applied
linguistics, Czech studies, American literature, American studies, the arts, political science, international relations, and/or
graduate students interested in international education. Previous teaching experience is preferred. Positions require teaching
approximately 15-20 hours per week. The Fulbright Commission in Prague welcomes applicants to discuss feasibility of
projects through email.
Nature of assignment: Grantees will be placed as assistant-teachers in English classes at Czech secondary or post-secondary
schools corresponding to their project priorities. Grantees are likely to be placed outside of Prague. Housing will be arranged
with the help of the Commission and the host institution. Contact: [email protected]. Website: http://www.fulbright.cz/
Denmark
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Language: Proficiency in Danish is not required unless needed to successfully complete the project/study plan. However, a
basic knowledge of the Danish language is encouraged by the beginning date of the grant to facilitate adjustment into the life of
the country. Danish language proficiency is mandatory for Kierkegaard studies and areas within Danish studies. Students
enrolled at many universities should be aware that pre-semester Danish language instruction is available and provided at the
university. The language of instruction in institutions of higher learning is generally Danish, but with a large number of courses
taught in English.
Academic year: Two semesters: September to January; February to June.
Grant period: 10 months. A mandatory one-day Fulbright arrival orientation program takes place in Copenhagen in late
August for grantees beginning their grant period in the fall. A mid-term and a wrap-up seminar are also included.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels are encouraged, but the Fulbright project in Denmark must be at the
graduate-level (Master's and Ph.D.). Independent research projects and interview projects will not be accepted from graduating
seniors. Rather, these students must obtain admission as a guest student at a Danish university or university-level institution and
attend Master's-level classes along with their Danish counterparts. All applicants must have previous experience in the
proposed field of study.
Affiliation: Applicants must obtain their own affiliations and must include proof of affiliation with their applications.
Master's and Ph.D. students must obtain a letter from their Danish institutions clearly stating their status and projects.
Graduating seniors must supply a letter from a Danish university or university-level institution at the graduate level. The letter
must clearly outline the responsibilities of the Danish host institution and describe the institution's interest in the proposed
project. The admission process for some fields, especially in the arts, may include the submission of a portfolio or auditions.
The Danish institution concerned should be contacted for more information. The Danish-American Fulbright Commission is
willing to assist with contacts at appropriate institutions.
Tuition: In Denmark, for most grants, non-EU resident tuition will be waived at universities and university-level institutions,
but some fees may be charged. The applicant must clearly state in his/her contact with the Danish institution that they are
applying for a Fulbright Grant. Please note: private lessons, e.g., music instruction outside of the student's institutional
affiliation are not free and will require that the student budget accordingly. Some one-year Master's degree programs taught in
English, and especially catering to international students, will charge EU-citizen tuition/course fees for Fulbright students.
This is comparatively lower than the rate for students from outside the EU. NOTE: The Danish Fulbright Commission does
not accept these one-year degree programs for Fulbright Grants. Please contact the Danish Fulbright Commission if you are
uncertain about how this pertains to the program in which you are interested.
Specific considerations: Applicants interested in studies or research in Greenland or the Faroese Islands are welcome to apply.
Housing: The Danish-American Fulbright Commission cannot be responsible for housing. Students should allow ample time
to secure housing before departing for Denmark.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: www.wemakeithappen.dk
Dominican Republic
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Proficient spoken and written Spanish is required at the time of application.
Academic year: Semesters: late August to December; mid-January to May. Summer session: June to early August. This may
vary at some institutions.
Grant period: 10 months, starting between August and March. Most grantees choose to begin in the fall but the start date is
flexible. Grants may begin as early as August. The last possible start date is March 31st.
Field of study restrictions : Physical sciences are not recommended. Students in anthropology or archaeology may need to
arrange special research permits with their affiliations.
Affiliation: Applicants are responsible for arranging their own affiliations with an academic institution, research facility, or
another appropriate organization, and for submitting supporting documentation verifying this affiliation. The U.S. Embassy in
Santo Domingo will assist grantees with finalizing affiliation arrangements, if necessary.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
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Language: Proficiency in Spanish is required. Candidates must be articulate English-speakers with native-level fluency.
Grant period: 10 months from September 2012 to June 2013.
Candidate profile : Applications are welcome from graduating seniors and graduate students. Candidates with degrees in
English, Spanish, education or TEFL/applied linguistics with experience teaching or tutoring and who have an interest in
working in an international educational environment are preferred. Other fields will be seriously considered if combined with
teaching experience and/or coursework in pedagogy.
Nature of assignment: Affiliation arrangements will be made by the U.S. Embassy, most likely at institutions of higher
learning in Santo Domingo, or other cities within the Dominican Republic. ETAs will be assigned as language-learning
assistants, but will not be responsible for teaching entire courses. Responsibilities may include giving presentations on different
topics related to the United States, preparing classroom activities, and/or encouraging students to communicate in English.
ETA grantees also may pursue an independent research, study, or volunteer project. The project is a secondary activity that will
supplement the grantee's ETA responsibilities. Applicants should briefly describe this project in the Statement of Grant
Purpose and may address some or all of the following: 1) why the activities are appropriate to the Dominican Republic; 2)
skills, talents or other qualifications that they bring to the project plan; 3) how they view this plan as contributing to their
professional or educational development; and, 4) if and how the plan contributes to the Fulbright goals of mutual understanding
and host community engagement. Remember that the primary activity for ETAs is in the classroom and not carrying out this
project.
Ecuador
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Language: Proficiency in spoken and written Spanish is required at the time of application.
Academic year: Varies according to region or university. Check the university web page for specific dates.
Grant period: 10 months. Grantees not enrolled in an academic program should plan to arrive by late September.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels will be considered. The Commission recommends that recent graduates
take courses at a university in the country. All grantees are required to participate in an annual orientation session and give
presentations to the community at-large on their research achievements. Ecuador, a multiethnic country, is also among the five
most bio-diverse countries in the world and offers innumerable opportunities for research and study in all fields.
Affiliation: The Commission recommends that candidates seek formal institutional affiliation with a university, a research
institution, or a non-profit organization. Candidates must initiate contacts with the host institution/organization prior to
submitting the application and include documentation of such contacts and any replies. U.S. grantees may enroll for
courses at Ecuadorian universities. With lead time, the Commission will assist grantees with finalizing host institution
affiliations. Enrollment requires a letter from the Commission; enrolled students must complete coursework. Please review
institution websites for information on fields of study and courses.
Tuition: Tuition costs are not covered by the Fulbright grant. Some universities have granted tuition waivers on a case-by-case
basis with a letter from the Fulbright Commission. Students entering degree programs should make provisions to cover tuition
costs.
Security concerns: For security reasons, research clearance may be needed for some areas of the country. Applications will be
reviewed accordingly.
Permits for research: Archaeological sites, national parks, and many wildlife reserves require entrance permits for research
and submission of a mandatory final report to the institution granting the permit. These should be requested several months in
advance by the grantee. Applicants should consult with the Commission regarding specific places/requirements.
Projects in the Galapagos Islands: Temporary residence permits are required and must be obtained through the institution of
affiliation. There are no additional allowances to cover the entrance fee to the National Park, nor costs for residence permits or
research permits.
Dependents: The basic amount of the Fulbright grant is increased by approximately 12% (or about $120 per month) for one
accompanying dependent only. Website: www.fulbright.org.ec
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Language: Proficiency in Spanish is required. Successful candidates must be articulate English-speakers with native fluency.
Grant period: 10 months, mid-September 2013 to mid/late-July 2014. The grant period starts with an orientation organized by
the Fulbright Commission. Attendance at the orientation program is required of all English Teaching Assistants (ETAs).
Candidate profile : Applications are welcome from graduating seniors, recent graduates and Master's-level students with an
interest in working in an educational environment. Candidates with degrees in English, Spanish, education, or TEFL/applied
linguistics with some experience teaching or tutoring are preferred. Other fields will be considered seriously if combined with
teaching experience and/or coursework in pedagogy. NOTE: Because this is a student program, candidates with more than three
years teaching experience or a Master's degree in TESOL at the time of application may be considered over-qualified and not
eligible for this program.
Nature of assignment: In order to graduate as ESL teachers, Ecuadorian students attend a four/five year undergraduate
program. Grantees will be placed at Ecuadorian public universities in the provinces.
ETAs will be assigned as language-training assistants, but will not be responsible for teaching entire courses. Responsibilities
may include giving presentations on different topics related to the United States and its culture, preparing classroom activities,
and/or encouraging students to communicate in English. The Fulbright Commission will match the grantee with the appropriate
host institution. Details of assignments will be subject to communication between the Fulbright Commission and the host
institution and based on the academic profile of the selected candidate and the host institution's needs.
Supplementary project:
English teaching assistant responsibilities will be up to 20 hours per week; therefore, grantees are expected to engage in other
activities related to their personal, career, and/or educational interests. Applicants should consider a project that they intend to
pursue if awarded the grant. Applicants should keep in mind that these activities should be flexible respective to geographic
location, since they will not know where they will be placed. For example, grantees may pursue a course of study, conduct
research into topics or issues relative to Ecuador, engage in specific volunteer activities, or a combination of these. In the
Statement of Grant Purpose, applicants should briefly describe their project plan and may address some or all of the following:
1) why the activities are appropriate to Ecuador; 2) skills, talents or other qualifications that they bring to the project plan; 3)
how they view this plan as contributing to their professional or educational development; and, 4) if and how the plan
contributes to the Fulbright goals of mutual understanding and host community engagement. Remember that the primary
activity for ETAs is in the classroom and not carrying out the project. The Commission may discuss project alternatives with the
grantee when the placement is made. Applicants with strong project proposals may wish to consider the full grant program.
Dependents: No dependent support is available.
Egypt
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Language: Sufficient proficiency in written and spoken Arabic to conduct the proposed study is required. An applicant for a
language-only grant must have studied Arabic for a minimum of two years.
Academic year: Two semesters: September through mid-January, and mid-January through May.
Grant period: 9 months. All grants should have an official start date of on/about September 1, 2013. Language-only grantees
excepted, individuals awarded Critical Language Enhancement Awards (CLEAs) may defer their grant start dates to no later
than on/about March 1, 2014, to pursue their CLEA studies prior to their Fulbright awards. All grantees are expected to attend
the post-arrival orientation conducted by the Fulbright Commission in mid-September 2013.
Candidate profile : Grants are awarded to individuals who wish to study or conduct research in Egypt. Preference is given to
students enrolled in American graduate degree programs. Grants are also available for Arabic language-only studies.
Affiliation: Each grantee must be affiliated with a host institution approved by the Fulbright Commission. The Commission
arranges host-institution affiliations for each research grantee. Applicants may indicate a preferred institution. Although not
mandatory, a letter of invitation from a potential host institution may be included in the application. A grantee wishing to
pursue diploma or degree studies must also apply directly to the program of his/her choice. For language-only grants,
preference is given to students enrolled in the Center for Arabic Study Abroad (CASA). A separate application procedure
applies. For additional information, applicants should visit www.utexas.edu/cola/centers/casa/
Tuition: A grantee who enrolls in a diploma or degree program must be prepared to defray its cost. For language-only grants,
the Commission defrays the cost of tuition incurred to a ceiling of $12,000. Graduate study and research grants carry a modest
provision for Arabic language study.
Research Clearance: The Fulbright Commission issues grants approved by the Government of Egypt. Not all fieldwork is
permitted, and projects regarding subjects that are socially, culturally, or politically sensitive may be denied clearance. The
Fulbright Commission applies for all necessary clearances, and facilitates archival work and contact with the Egyptian
academic community.
Dependents: Grantees with accompanying dependents receive a modest supplementary allowance as part of their Fulbright
and/or CLEA grant benefits.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: www.fulbright-egypt.org
CRITICAL LANGUAGE ENHANCEMENT AWARD
The Critical Language Enhancement Award provides an opportunity for Fulbright U.S. Student Program grantees to receive
intensive language study in addition to their research or study grants. The award provides a stipend and tuition reimbursement
for grantees to pursue language training in the host countries. Application for a Critical Language Enhancement Award is made
in conjunction with the Fulbright U.S. Student application. For additional information and requirements on the award please
see Critical Language Enhancement Award details.
Acceptable Languages: Arabic - Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and/or dialect. Prior
Language Study: A minimum of one year of prior Arabic study is required.
Dates and Timing: Grant duration is a minimum of 3 months and a maximum of 6 months. Neither CLEA nor Fulbright grant
periods may begin earlier than September 1, 2013. All grantees must arrive prior to the in-country orientation in midSeptember. If the Fulbright application proposes research or study, the CLEA grant period must precede the Fulbright grant
period. If the application proposes Arabic language study, the CLEA grant period must follow the Fulbright grant period.
Concurrent CLEA and Fulbright grant periods are not permitted. CLEA and Fulbright grants must be taken consecutively.
Recent CLEA grantees have enrolled in language classes provided by one of the following institutions:
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Arabeya Association, Cairo (www.arabeya.org/)
Arabi Center For Arabic Studies, Alexandria (www.arabi-center.com)
Arabic Center for Science and Literature, Cairo (www.arabiccenter.com.eg)
Arabic Language Institute, Cairo (www.aucegypt.edu/academics/ali/Pages/default.aspx)
British Council, Cairo (www.britishcouncil.org/egypt.htm)
Center for Arabic Study Abroad, Cairo www.utexas.edu/cola/centers/casa/ or
www.aucegypt.edu/academics/ali/Pages/CASA.aspx)
Episcopal Training Centre, Cairo (www.etcegypt.org)
Fajr Center, Cairo (www.fajr.com)
Hedayet Center, Cairo (www.hedayetinstitute.com)
International Language Institute, Cairo (www.arabicegypt.com)
Kalimat Language School, Cairo (www.kalimategypt.com)
Logia Center , Alexandria (www.logia-egy.com)
CLEA grantees may enroll in institutions not listed above. They may also opt to study under a tutor rather than - or in addition
to - classroom instruction. All activities funded by CLEA must have the prior approval of the Binational Fulbright
Commission in Egypt.
Other Notes: Individuals whose Fulbright projects propose graduate study may find it difficult to complete a minimum CLEA
grant period before their studies begin.
Critical Language Enhancement Award Manager: Eman Shaker, Binational Fulbright Commission in Egypt,
[email protected] and Pamela Jennings, CLEA Program Manager at IIE, [email protected].
El Salvador
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Proficient spoken and written Spanish is required at the time of application.
Academic year: Two semesters: January to July; August to December.
Grant period: 10 months. Most grantees choose to begin in the fall, but the start date is flexible. Grants may begin as early as
August. The last possible start date is March 31st.
Affiliation: Applicants are responsible for arranging their own affiliations with an academic institution, research facility, or
another appropriate organization, and for submitting supporting documentation verifying this affiliation. Restriction:
Candidates who seek to earn a degree from a Salvadoran university will not be considered.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents
Estonia
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Language: A working knowledge of Estonian is useful, but not required unless necessary for the successful completion of the
project. Classes in and supervision by English-speaking professors are widely available. Some opportunities exist for Russian
speakers.
Grant period: 9 months, September through June.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels are accepted, but graduate-level students are preferred. Because of the
residence permit legislation procedures, students enrolled at U.S colleges or universities at the time of application are preferred
over those applying at-large.
Field of study: Medical sciences are not recommended.
Affiliation: Applicants are encouraged to arrange affiliation and submit letters of invitation. Otherwise, they may indicate
preferences for affiliation if an invitation is not available. American students seeking the company of other international
students should be aware that the great majority of international students in Estonia study at the University of Tartu. The
University of Tartu also has the best developed international student services system. However, there are several fine
universities in Tallinn (Tallinn University, Tallinn University of Technology, etc.) and Tallinn is Estonia's cultural and political
capital. Its universities, university institutes and libraries provide students with a wealth of research possibilities. In order to
obtain guest student status at a host institution, a student would need to demonstrate affiliation with an academic institution in
the U.S.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US $200 per month for
two or more accompanying dependents. For specific legal reasons, traveling to Estonia with dependents is not recommended
for Fulbright student grantees . If, however, a grantee would like to bring dependents (either children under the age of 18
and/or a spouse), he/she should be prepared to show availability of sufficient funds to support their dependents. For 2010 this
amounted to $40,000 for a 12-month period. Please contact the U.S. Embassy for updated information and for any other
questions concerning this topic.
Website: http://estonia.usembassy.gov
Ethiopia
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: English is the medium of instruction at Ethiopian high schools and universities, and is sufficient for many research
topics. Amharic or another local language may be essential for some types of research topics conducted outside of the capital
city.
Academic year: September through the end of June or early July.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright Grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Addis Ababa.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an appropriate Ethiopian institution. Most research and
study by foreign scholars in Ethiopia is undertaken through affiliation with Addis Ababa University. Applications for affiliation
may be obtained from the Office of Research and Graduate Studies of the University. Prospective grantees can contact the
Cultural Affairs Office of the U.S. Embassy for assistance with contacts in the academic community in Ethiopia and for
country-specific information. Requests and proposals for study may be submitted by mail to the Office of Research and
Graduate Studies or to the appropriate department of the University, along with three copies of the application. Successful
applicants are required to pay a registration fee of US$250 or its equivalent in Ethiopian Birr before beginning their research at
the University. Upon approval of the affiliation proposal, the student researcher will be notified by the Office of Research and
Graduate Studies. Candidates should submit their applications at least three months before their intended arrival in Ethiopia.
Processing of applications may take up to two months.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent; by US$300 per month for two or
more accompanying dependents.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: http://ethiopia.usembassy.gov
European Union
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Indicate European Union as the country of study in the application.
Language: English may be sufficient for some projects. However, some knowledge of the host country(ies) language(s) will
be needed for daily interaction. Depending on location, proficiency may be necessary. Applicants to European Masters
programs will need language proficiency for at least two countries.
Grant Period: 9 months. The exact start date will depend on the country(ies) of affiliation. Dates for orientation will be
supplied by the Fulbright Commission or U.S. Embassy in the country of affiliation.
Candidate Profile: Grants are awarded to U.S. students to study or conduct research at universities or institutions in EU
Member States on the development of the EU, EU policies, and the U.S.-EU transatlantic agenda. Project proposals should
focus on comparative perspectives on issues of common concern (either transatlantic or with reference to EU policy). Proposals
may address topics such as internal and external security, peace keeping, the EU and NATO, justice and home affairs, finance,
trade, human rights, agricultural and environmental policies, energy, asylum, human trafficking, development, and EU
enlargement. This list of topics is indicative, not exhaustive. N.B.: Areas of study must relate to EU competencies and not
merely Europe or countries of Europe. Young professionals, i.e., individuals outside of academia, are encouraged to apply. All
candidates must have two years of professional or relevant experience beyond the Bachelor’s degree. Projects must be
conducted in two Member States of the EU.
Ineligibility: U.S. citizens currently residing in the EU are ineligible for consideration.
Affiliation: Applicants are responsible for arranging affiliations and for submitting supporting documentation for each
institution with which they plan to affiliate.
No Grants for EU Internships: Grants are not provided for participation in the European Commission internship program.
Those interested in such internships should contact the Delegation of the Commission of the European Union, 2175 K Street
NW, Washington DC 20037; (202) 862-9500.
Contact: [email protected] or [email protected]
Website: www.fulbrightschuman.eu
Visas: Please note that for stays of more than 90 days in an EU Member State, a visa will be needed. Please take this
into consideration when planning the duration of stay as you may need multiple visas for projects carried out in more
than one EU Member State.
Finland
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Information for All Grants listed below: The general application procedure for all categories of Fulbright student grant to
Finland is the same. If you wish to apply for a Fulbright Center fully-funded grant as well as one of the sponsored grants, you
should submit only one application. All the applications are automatically considered in each of the grant categories for which
you are eligible (Fulbright Center fully funded, university and CIMO sponsored grants).
However, you should remember in addition to submitting the Fulbright application, you must also apply for admission to the
university. University admission guidelines can be found at the university websites.
Language: Language skills should be commensurate with the requirements of the project. An international student or
researcher does not necessarily need Finnish or Swedish in order to be able to study in Finland. Finnish universities have a wide
selection of programs and courses taught in English. English is widely spoken in academic circles and in the country as a whole.
Candidates should consult the academic department as to the availability of courses and programs in English, as well as the
possibility to conduct research in English.
Academic year: Usually September through May. Please consult the department for details on the term structure and teaching
periods.
Grant period: 9 months. The grant period begins from the fall semester. In exceptional circumstances, the Fulbright
Commission may consider beginning the grant period at some other time. If this is your preference, indicate it explicitly in your
application. The Commission organizes a mandatory arrival orientation usually at the end of August. Please check dates for
your university orientation.
Candidate profile : The Fulbright Center awards grants to US students who hold a minimum Bachelor's degree. Academically
talented graduating seniors may also apply before having the degree in hand. The grantee's Fulbright period in Finland can
have one of the following purposes:
a. to complete a full graduate degree program in Finland (Master's or Doctoral)
b. to take courses in a Finnish University as a non-degree student
c. to pursue research in Finland
d. to pursuing research and take courses
Current Ph.D. candidates, candidates seeking to complete a full graduate degree program in Finland and students planning to do
full time course work in a Finnish institution of higher education may be given preference.
Ineligibility: Candidates currently residing in Finland are not eligible for consideration.
Affiliation: Candidates are responsible for establishing contact and securing affiliation with a Finnish institution of higher
education, research or other acceptable organization. It is highly recommended that the candidate submit evidence of
secured affiliation with their grant application. Read detailed instructions and deadlines for submission of the letter of
affiliation as well as tips for finding a suitable host institution at the Fulbright Center website, > Grant Programs > U.S. Students.
Specific considerations: Finland offers excellent study and research opportunities in a wide range of disciplines. Visit
www.fulbright.fi, www.studyinfinland.fi and www.research.fi/en for information.
Bachelor's and Doctoral level programs -as well as many Master's level programs- do not charge any tuition fees,
regardless of nationality. However, some Master's programs may charge tuition fees from non-EU/EEA students. Those
higher education institutions that choose to collect tuition fees in their English-language Master's programs will also
provide scholarship options for non-EU/EEA students enrolled in tuition fee-charging Master's programs. Please check
the tuition fee policy for each Master's program separately, either from the institution's own web site or from CIMO's
International Study programs database. The student is responsible for finding out if fees apply and for covering those
costs.
It is important for all candidates to visit the Finnish Fulbright Center website in order to receive all the necessary
application information. Please don't hesitate to contact the Commission directly with any questions
(karoliina.kokko(a)fulbright.fi).
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For the Fulbright-University of Helsinki Graduate Award, preference is given to applicants admitted to one of the University's
International Master's Degree Programs. In the absence of suitable candidates, master's-level non-degree students can also be
considered. The programs, information, and application instructions are listed at the University of Helsinki website. The
applicant should apply for admission to the University of Helsinki directly. The application period for the academic year
2013-2014 begins in November 2012. Apart from the candidate profile section, all Fulbright Full Grant terms apply to the
Fulbright-University of Helsinki Graduate Award. Additional information on the University of Helsinki and the application
dates can be found at the university 's website. In addition to the Fulbright award, the grantee is eligible to participate in an
introductory course on Finnish language, culture and society organized by the University of Helsinki or University of Turku
Summer School or another university pre-approved by the Fulbright Center.
2 FULBRIGHT-UNIVERSITY OF TURKU GRADUATE AWARD
The Fulbright-University of Turku Graduate Award is for study or research at the master's or doctoral level for one academic
year. Also, post-doctoral placements are available for those finalizing their theses before commencing the grant period.
Applicants must be graduate students at the time of application submission. The University of Turku provides a wide selection of
courses in English at the master's and Ph.D. levels. Apart from the candidate profile section, all Fulbright Full Grant terms
apply to the Fulbright-University of Turku Graduate Award. In addition to the Fulbright award, the grantee will be eligible, free
of charge, to participate in the University of Turku's August Summer School. Applicants should apply for admission to the
University of Turku directly. Please see more information on academic programs and courses, as well as grant specifics, at the
University of Turku website. E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.fulbright.fi
3 FULBRIGHT-LAPPEENRANTA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY GRADUATE AWARD
The Fulbright-Lappeenranta University of Technology Graduate Award is available for students in the field of business or
technology. The Award is primarily aimed at students who wish to complete a full Master's degree at Lappeenranta University
of Technology. Other students, such as academically talented doctoral students and Master's degree exchange students
(non-degree students), will also be considered for the grant. Apart from the candidate profile section, all Fulbright Full Grant
terms apply to the Fulbright- Lappeenranta University of Technology Graduate Award. In addition to the Fulbright award, the
grantee will be eligible, free of charge, to participate in an introductory course on Finnish language, culture and society
organized by the University of Turku Summer School or another university pre-approved by the Fulbright Center. Applicants
should apply for admission to the Lappeenranta University of Technology directly. Please see more information on the
Lappeenranta University of Technology academic programs at the university website.
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Fulbright-CIMO grants are primarily targeted for doctoral research in any Finnish institution of higher education, research or
other acceptable organization. The Fulbright-Cimo grants are available for students in all fields (except for some restrictions in
medical studies). Fulbright-CIMO grants are funded in cooperation with the Center for International Mobility (CIMO) of the
Finnish Ministry of Education. Apart from the candidate profile section, all Fulbright Full Grant terms apply to the
Fulbright-CIMO grants.
France
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Language: French language ability commensurate with the requirements of the project.
Grant period: 6 to 10 months. September/October 1 to May/June 30 for university attendance. Grant periods vary according
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Degree seeking MA/MS graduating seniors: 10 months. Particular attention will be paid to candidates
enrolling in degree seeking programs in a French institution.
Doctoral candidates: 6-9 months
Artists: 9 months
Non-degree seeking MA/MS graduating seniors: 8 months
Fulbright grants will not be renewed.
Candidate profile : Graduating seniors, advanced graduate students, doctoral candidates and those with previous research
experience are encouraged to apply.
Ineligibility: Candidates currently residing in France are not eligible for consideration.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with a French university or research center; evidence of this
affiliation should be submitted with the application. If the applicant is enrolling in a degree seeking program, proof of
acceptance is not required before or during the application process, but awards are made conditional upon acceptance by the
chosen institution before arrival. Before beginning your application, it is worth taking time to research the best possible place
for you to pursue your chosen course of study, taking into consideration the faculty, achievements, publications and research of
the relevant department in a number of institutions, as well as their locations. Applicants should consult CampusFrance for
information on studying in France and French institutions of higher education, as well as enrollment for degree seeking
candidates .http://www.usa.campusfrance.org/en
General comments: Student tuition fees are very reasonable in public universities and are decided on an annual basis by the
Ministry of Higher Education and Research. In 2012, the annual tuition fee at the Master's Level was 245€, or 584€ for an
engineering diploma and 372€ at the doctoral level. Please consult the French Ministry of Higher Education and research
website for university listings: http://www.enseignementsup-recherche.gouv.fr/pid25127/universites-i.u.t.htmlPlease note that
other higher education institutions may determine their own tuition fees. Applicants should be aware that tuition waivers are
rarely given. Waivers of tuition are at the discretion of the French educational institution and applicants are responsible for
requesting waivers. In the event a fee waiver is not granted, candidates should be aware the Fulbright Grant does not cover the
cost of these fees.
Music and fine arts: Applicants are encouraged to establish contact with specialists in their fields before applying for a grant
and to solicit invitations to study under them. Although the Fulbright Commission in France prefers affiliation with accredited
institutions, applicants may be authorized to study with private teachers. Please note that additional personal funds will be
needed to cover costs for private lessons, rehearsal facilities, studio space, etc.
Dependents: A monthly dependent allowance of 200 Euros is provided for each (up to three) accompanying dependent.
Dependents must accompany grantees for the entire grant period to be eligible for the allowance.
1 MARILLONET FELLOWSHIP/FULBRIGHT TRAVEL GRANT
This fellowship is made possible by the Marillonet Fund, a private endowment intended to support Franco-American exchange
grants. The award is intended to cover maintenance, books, international travel, and health insurance. The combined benefits
are equivalent to those of a Fulbright full grant. The grant must be used during the academic year. Grant period: 8-9 months.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels in the creative and performing arts will be considered.
General Comments: Since candidates will be considered for a Fulbright Travel Grant, all conditions listed under the Fulbright
full grants apply.
6 FULBRIGHT/FRENCH GOVERNMENT TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
These assistantships are awarded by and administered by both the Centre International d'Etudes Pédagogiques (CIEP) and the
Fulbright Commission. Grantees are placed in priority education areas which are defined in terms of socioeconomic
backgrounds (underprivileged populations). The schools in these areas qualify for special support particularly in terms of
equipment, i.e., computers, resource centers, sports facilities, etc. Students typically come from multi-cultural backgrounds and
face personal and academic challenges. The English Teaching Assistantship (ETA) program aims to provide these populations
with an opportunity to have direct contact with native speakers of English. All candidates who apply for the English Teaching
Assistantship program in France will be considered for both the Fulbright and non-Fulbright ETA awards (see below for
additional application requirements). However, only six candidates will be sponsored by the Fulbright program; all others will be
solely French Government teaching assistants. Recommended candidates will be required to submit a French Government
application; instructions will be sent to them in mid-January 2013. Language: Excellent French is required. Grant period: 7
months, Oct. 1-April 30.
Candidate profile : For the six Fulbright English teaching assistantships, applicants at all degree levels will be considered.
However, Master's level candidates with experience working in a multi-cultural environment are preferred. Candidates with the
ability to incorporate extra-curricular activities, (e.g., musical, artistic and/or athletic skills) in their classroom to enhance the
intercultural aspects of the program and the students' learning experience should discuss this in their Statements of Grant Purpose.
Preference will be given to future teachers.
Nature of assignment: Grantees will be placed as assistant-teachers in English classes at French schools which have been
carefully chosen by the Fulbright Commission.
General comments: Participants are considered as Fulbright grantees and receive the same benefits (monthly stipend, travel
allowance, health and accident coverage and access to all enrichment activities offered by the Fulbright Commission). The
stipend is paid by the French Ministry of Education and completed by the Franco-American Commission. Personal funds to
cover expenses are needed for the first 4 to 6 weeks of the grant. Dependents: No dependent support is available. Contact:
[email protected].
Website: www.fulbright-france.org
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50 additional French Government English teaching assistantships will be awarded directly through the French Ministry of
Education. These awards are not Fulbright grants nor will they be administered by the Fulbright Commission in France.
Recommended candidates will be required to submit a French Government application; instructions will be sent to them in
mid-January 2013.
Language: Conversational French is essential. A minimum of two years of study of French at the university level is necessary.
Grant period: October 1 to at least April 30.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels are accepted. Future teachers are preferred. Candidates should be articulate,
enjoy working with young people, and have initiative. Experience in teaching or working with children is a plus. Strong
preference is given to unmarried candidates with no dependents under 30 years of age.
Nature of assignment: Grantees will be placed as assistant- teachers in English classes at French schools. Recommended
applicants will be able to state placement preferences when completing the required French Government application in January.
General comments: Personal funds to cover expenses are needed for the first 4 to 6 weeks of the grant. No travel allowance is
provided.
Website: http://www.frenchculture.org/spip.php?rubrique424&tout=ok
Georgia
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Language: Proficiency in Georgian or Russian commensurate with the proposed course of study or research is expected by the
beginning date of the grant.
Grant period: 9 months, September to June.
Affiliation: Applicants are encouraged to arrange affiliation and submit letters of invitation. In the absence of an invitation,
they may indicate preferences for affiliation, if any. Final decisions regarding placement will be made by the Public Affairs
Section of the U.S. Embassy.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $100 per month for one accompanying dependent and US $200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
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Language: Knowledge of Georgian or Russian is helpful, but not required.
Grant period: 9 months, September to June.
Candidate profile : Well-rounded, articulate graduating seniors or recent graduates with an interest in international education
and the initiative to teach conversational English at all levels. Undergraduate degrees in the humanities and social sciences,
with a focus on English, American studies, or education, are preferred. Successful candidates will not just be teaching English,
but explaining the U.S. to local citizens who have little contextual understanding of America. Previous teaching experience is not
required but is helpful. Applicants must be native English-speakers and very self-directed.
Nature of assignment: Placement varies; grantees will be in schools or other venues where English language instruction is
needed. They will teach under the supervision of an experienced English instructor and will serve as a resource for conversation,
vocabulary, and reading and writing courses. Grantees may also be involved with some educational advising and outreach.
Supplementary project: Grantees are expected to engage in other activities related to their personal, career, and/or
educational interests. These may include an extracurricular club for students or a project or other activity which will
complement but not conflict with assigned teaching and advising responsibilities. Applicants should include a brief description of
their supplementary projects in their Statements of Grant Purpose.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US $200 per month for
two or more accompanying dependents. Website: http://georgia.usembassy.gov
Germany
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Language: Knowledge of German commensurate with the nature of the proposed project. A basic proficiency in German will
generally be sufficient, unless academic studies require a more advanced knowledge. Specially sponsored six-week language
courses in Germany beginning in mid-August may be offered to grant holders.
Grant period: 10 months. Grants begin in mid-September (or in August if an additional language course is offered in
Germany), usually with an orientation meeting in Germany.
Affiliation: All grantees, including Ph.D. candidates, will be matriculated as visiting program students at accredited academic
institutions in Germany to facilitate access to university courses and resources, health insurance, etc. Required attendance will
depend on the academic level of the grantee, and the requirement of the program. The Fulbright Commission will facilitate this
formal affiliation for all grantees. In addition, applicants are encouraged to solicit a letter of invitation from a professor at a host
university or other institutional affiliation and to include them with their IIE applications. An applicant's institutional
preference is usually taken into account, but the Commission reserves the right to recommend other institutions, if necessary.
Beginning graduate students who will follow the regular university curriculum should not propose projects limited to narrowly
defined topics unless they are certain that related courses are available. In the limited instances where universities approved by
the Commission charge tuition, the Commission will reimburse these costs up to the established limit, currently 500 Euro per
semester.
General comments: Financial support will be available throughout the 10-month Fulbright grant period. And, although the
Commission welcomes applications from candidates who wish to enroll in one or two-year Master's programs, funding for the
second year cannot be offered by the Commission. Further limitations (regarding admission or tuition may apply).
Special opportunities: The Fulbright Program will provide a limited number of two-to-four-month internship opportunities
with international companies, banks, law firms, etc., during or upon completion of the academic year in Germany. Grantees can
apply for this program after arrival.
Dependents: Married grantees may be eligible for spousal benefits, which include a monthly allowance of 276 Euro, health
insurance, and possibly a German language course. However, married students, or students with children, will need additional
personal funds to supplement grant benefits. See the Fulbright application form for required amounts.
Music and fine arts applicants: Universities of music and fine arts restrict admission in relation to age, number of students,
and compatibility of the grant project with curricula. School admission, as well as assignment to classes and instructors, is
determined after personal auditions upon arrival. The Fulbright Commission may require (and cosponsor) candidates to travel to
Germany to audition as early as June. Applicants are encouraged to establish contact with German music and art professors
before applying for a grant, and to solicit invitations to study under them. The Commission does not accept music and art
students who wish to study with private teachers or in private schools, or in programs that charge tuition beyond the authorized
limits.
Selection process in Germany: Final selection of grantees in music and art is made by special Selection Committees. In
addition to the online application, applicants must submit sound recordings or art documentation (prints, slides, etc.). These are
decisive in the selection process. Please review further admission conditions and audition requirements at the website below.
These may be different from and in addition to the supplementary materials submitted in October with the Fulbright application
and described in the "Instruction for Applicants in the Creative and Performing Arts". Please see the important note below
regarding additional materials requirements.
Important: Important For Applicants in MUSIC and ARTS to GERMANY a) You are required to submit supplementary
materials with your Fulbright application submitted to IIE in October, as delineated in the "Instructions for Applicants in the
Creative and Performing Arts" link above. b) In addition, if your application is recommended by the National Screening
Committee for further review by the Fulbright Commission in Germany, you will be notified via email in early December.
Nominated candidates will be required to submit additional supplementary materials to Germany. THESE ADDITIONAL
MATERIALS SHOULD NOT BE PART OF YOUR FULBRIGHT APPLICATION SUBMITTED TO IIE IN
OCTOBER. The specifications can be found on the Additional Materials For Music And Arts For Germany page. These
materials need to be received by the Fulbright Commission in Berlin no later than December 15, 2012. Instructions on where
and how to send these materials will be provided in early December.*. *Given the short amount of time between the
nomination process in the U.S. and the selection process in Germany described above, we strongly suggest that you
begin preparation of these materials at the time of application, or as soon as possible, so as not to delay the final
selection process, should you be nominated.
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These grants may be used to supplement other grants to Germany administered by IIE, awards from other sources that do not
cover travel expenses, or personal funds. Final approval depends on proof of adequate support (minimum for 10 months: 8,000
Euro).
All other relevant specifications for Full Grants apply.
5 BEGINNING PROFESSIONAL JOURNALISM AWARDS
Language: Solid proficiency in German commensurate with the project is required.
Grant period: 10 months, beginning in mid-September (or in August if an additional language course is offered in Germany).
Candidate profile : Applicants should be beginning professional journalists or recent graduates in journalism or related fields.
Affiliation: Research and internship affiliation will be arranged by the Fulbright Commission in cooperation with the grantee;
grantee preferences will be accommodated as far as possible. Research may be conducted at a German university or other
relevant institution. University matriculation in Germany (actual coursework is optional) will be facilitated.
Specific considerations: All journalism areas including photo, print, and broadcast journalism, as well as electronic media,
will be considered.
General comments: In view of the professional needs of grantees, the maintenance rates have currently been established at
1300 Euro per month. Intensive intermediate summer language courses will be offered to grantees, if necessary.
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GRANTS
Language: Good German language proficiency is important. Sponsored language courses are not offered by the Fulbright
Program in Germany.
Grant period: 9 months, September to the end of June.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels are considered. Candidates should be well-rounded, articulate individuals
with the skills and motivation needed to assist in teaching American studies, including English language, to German (high)
school students. These grants are especially suited for students of German (e.g., German studies and history). Applicants from
other academic fields will be considered if they have adequate German proficiency. Strong preference will be given to
applicants younger than 29.
Affiliation: Grantees will be placed as teaching assistants in English classes at all types of German schools. Teaching
assistants help English teachers in the classroom approximately 12 hours per week. The teaching assistant may conduct,
together with the principal teachers, all or part of a class, typically for conversation practice. The assignment may vary,
depending on a school's needs and the assistant's abilities. Applicants should indicate on their application their preference for up
to three German states/Bundesländer.
Benefits: A monthly stipend of 800 Euro, health insurance and Fulbright international travel benefits will be provided.
General comments: The Fulbright Program cooperates with the Pädagogischer Austauschdienst (PAD) and the 16 Länder in
Germany in this program. The actual maintenance stipend will be provided by the host-Bundesland or by the Fulbright
Commission.
Dependents: Grantees may be accompanied by their spouse/dependents. However, this program category does not provide
any dependent allowances. Married grantees with dependents accepting the Fulbright grant will be required to provide
documentation of certain own funds (towards maintenance) available for a spouse/dependent approximated in the amount of
$450 per month each. These funds need to be proven for the visa process for the spouse.
Website: http://www.fulbright.de
Ghana
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: English. Field researchers may need to speak a local language or hire someone to work with them. Language
training institutes are located in Accra, Abetifi and Tamale. Intensive private tutoring can be arranged.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy, Public Affairs Section (PAS) in Accra.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels will be considered.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an appropriate Ghanaian institution. Candidates are
encouraged to identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and to include affiliation letters with their Fulbright
applications. The formal affiliation procedure, which is completed upon arrival, involves completion of the appropriate forms
and payment of an affiliation fee. Affiliation allows grantees to use university and department libraries and other related
facilities.
Research Clearance: The letter offering affiliation with a university department or other institution serves as the required
research clearance.
Visa requirements: Fulbrighters can arrive on a single-entry tourist visa. Upon arrival, PAS will assist grantees in obtaining
residence permits, which come with multiple-entry visas. However, Fulbrighters who plan to travel out of Ghana during the
first 60 days of their stay in-country should apply for a multiple-entry visa for Ghana. Furthermore, grantees should note that,
while in Ghana, they may apply for visas for other countries only if they have a Residence Permit for Ghana. Therefore, it is
recommended that visas for other countries to which grantees may need to travel be obtained in the U.S. before departure.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$300 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Website: ghana.usembassy.gov
FULBRIGHT-FOGARTY FELLOWSHIPS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
Location: Kumasi, Ghana.
Affiliation: Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)
U.S. partner: University of Washington
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Dr. Peter Donkor
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Eligibility: Post-third year medical school; post-graduation from medical school, veterinary or dental school; Ph.D. candidate
in latter years of program, post-Master's level degree candidates must have completed their basic science courses and one year of
clinical clerkship prior to the start of the fellowship year.
Research scope: Death and disability from injury have increased hand-in-hand with growth of vehicle traffic and evolving
socio-economic environments in low and middle-income countries, often displacing infectious disease as a leading cause of
death and disability. A cadre of trained experts in global injury research is needed to avert epidemic levels of injury in poorer
countries.
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Road traffic safety. Road traffic injury has grown rapidly in Ghana, and is a leading cause of injury and death. The majority of
road traffic injuries impact pedestrians, and many of them are children. There is a growing proportion of occupant injuries
along with the rise in vehicle traffic. There are many beneficial practices (use of public transportation, heavy pedestrian
traffic,
favorable legislative environment, developing traffic injury surveillance systems) to which many US cities aspire. Ghana has
built an impressive network of data systems for analyzing road traffic injuries and is working with partners such as the BRRI
and the National Road Safety Commission to identify and implement strategies to reduce road injury. Research areas include
speed control, measures to reduce pedestrian injury, commercial driving risk, and measures to improve the safety of public
transportation.
Epidemiology and surveillance systems for injury control. Reliable estimates of injury incidence and disability are critical for
identifying and implementing policies for national safety. Population based injury surveillance systems are largely absent in
developing countries. Research areas include the creative use of existing population-based surveillance measures which
include injury-related data elements, and development of analytical tools to derive estimates of injury burden from
pre-hospital data, hospital records, morgue data, police reports and health surveys.
Development and enforcement of standards for trauma care. Developing standards for levels of trauma care (e.g. trauma
center verification) has been a foundation of trauma system development in high income countries. The World Health
Organization has developed similar standards, oriented for the circumstances of low and middle income countries. These
standards have been used in several countries to identify opportunities for low-cost and sustainable improvements in
resources for trauma care. Research areas include the identification of deficiencies in critically important resources that could be
sustainably improved through better organization and planning, at minimal cost.
Improving pre-hospital care for injured patients. The Ghana National Ambulance Service currently covers only a small
percent of the need in Ghana, with many areas without access to ambulance service. This has major policy implications
globally, as most of the world's population does not currently have access to systematic pre-hospital care. As the National
Ambulance Service expands, there are opportunities to compare areas with new access to formal pre-hospital care (e.g.
ambulances) with the current models of pre-hospital care (e.g. wherein bystanders or relatives bring injured persons to
hospitals). Research questions include analysis of the impact of pre-hospital care on outcomes, study of specific injury care
where there is heavy use of traditional healers (e.g. bone-setters for fracture care), and application of systems approaches to
identifying areas of heavy need and efficient resource utilization.
Reducing alcohol-related injury. Alcohol use is a pervasive risk factor for risk of all trauma, including motor vehicle crashes,
pedestrian injury, violence and falls. Ghana has progressive drunk driving laws but more research is needed to consider the
prevalence of alcohol use and risk for injury, as well as research which identifies intervention strategies.
Greece
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Language: Basic to good proficiency in Greek will be helpful. University courses are taught in Greek, although individual
courses in specific fields may be offered in English. The grants provide a one-time stipend for the grantee only for Greek
lessons.
Grant period: 9 months, September 15 to June 15. Six-month applications will be considered for arts projects and Ph.D.
candidates. Fulbright students are required to participate in a two-day orientation program organized by the Fulbright
Foundation in Greece in late September and mid-spring.
Affiliation: Except for the English Teaching Assistantship (ETA) program, all other applicants must arrange their own
placement and affiliations. Applicants who are not affiliated with the American School of Classical Studies must have a good
knowledge of Modern Greek in order to conduct independent research. Projects must be well-formulated and achievable under
the guidance of an advisor/mentor at an educational, cultural, or governmental institution. Library and research facilities are
generally limited.
The Fulbright Foundation will accept and reply to inquiries about project feasibility at [email protected]. Please include a brief
project statement and short résumé (one-page each).
Candidate Profile: Applications will be considered from well-qualified students in all fields and at all degree levels who
require minimal supervision. The Fulbright Foundation especially encourages applications in: Environmental sciences, Modern
Greek studies, Byzantine studies, New Testament studies and Theology, arts and culture, business, education, media,
government, communications, social sciences and American studies.
Dependents: The monthly maintenance allowance will be increased by 10% for up to two accompanying dependents.
Website: www.fulbright.gr
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Up to two grants are available for students of classical, Byzantine and contemporary Greece who wish to enroll at the American
School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA). This grant covers Associate Membership only. A separate application to the
ASCSA must be filed simultaneously with the Fulbright application. The Fulbright grant will cover membership fees.
Website: www.ascsa.edu.gr
1 MASTER OF ARTS PROGRAM IN HERITAGE MANAGEMENT
This unique program combining the worlds of business and archaeology is offered in Greece jointly by the Athens University of
Economics and Business (AUEB) and the University of Kent, UK and welcomes well-qualified international students. The
MA in Heritage Management starts in September, runs for three semesters and contains a thesis project which can be completed
within the country or abroad. The final MA degree is awarded by both participating institutions. The Fulbright Foundation in
Greece will offer one scholarship that covers living expenses for the academic year 2013-2014 (September 2013 - June 2014)
but the recipient of this award will be responsible for tuition and fees and other maintenance expenses until the conclusion of
the program. Fulbright applicants must submit a separate application for admission into the program. Important note: Fulbright
applicants must be admitted to the MA in Heritage Management program by March 1, 2013 in order to maintain grant
privileges. For specifics regarding program structure, admissions and more visit: http://www.heritage.aueb.gr/ and
http://www.kent.ac.uk/secl/classics/postgraduate/MA_in_Heritage_Management.html
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Candidate profile : A U.S. Bachelor's degree and some teaching experience are required. Knowledge of Modern Greek is
helpful but not required.
Nature of assignment: This grant requires approximately 15-20 hours assistant-teaching English and for other special projects
such as debate teams, outreach to other Greek schools, etc. The grant is for either an elementary or secondary school. Placement
will be provided by the Fulbright Foundation in Greece.
Guatemala
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Language: Proficient spoken and written Spanish is required at the time of application.
Grant period: 10 months. Most grantees begin in the fall, but the start date is flexible. Grants may begin as early as August.
The last possible start date is March 31st. All Fulbrighters must attend a security briefing at the U.S. Embassy in Guatemala
City.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels are considered. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to develop
in-country contacts and work independently. Applications are accepted in all fields. Areas of particular interest are
anthropology, archaeology, ecology, history, law, linguistics, literature, political science and sociology.
Affiliation: Applicants are responsible for arranging their own affiliations with an academic institution, research facility, or
another appropriate organization, and for submitting supporting documentation verifying the affiliation. Candidates who seek to
earn a degree from a Guatemalan university will not be considered.
Dependents: The basic amount of the Fulbright grant is increased by US$100 per month for grantees with one accompanying
dependent and by US$200 per month for two or more accompanying dependents.
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Language: Intermediate proficiency in Spanish is required. Candidates must be articulate English-speakers with native-level
fluency.
Grant period: 10 months beginning in late January or early February. All Fulbrighters must attend a security briefing at the
U.S. Embassy in Guatemala City.
Candidate profile : Applications are welcome from graduating seniors and graduate students. Candidates with degrees in
English, Spanish, education or TEFL/applied linguistics with experience teaching or tutoring and who have an interest in
working in an international educational environment are preferred. Other fields will be seriously considered if combined with
teaching experience and/or coursework in pedagogy.
Nature of assignment: Placements will be made by the U.S. Embassy. ETAs may be assigned to work in an area of
Guatemala that is relatively remote and that offers a reduced level of services and conveniences. As such, applicants should
have a high level of flexibility and an ability to adapt to new situations. ETAs will be assigned as language-learning assistants,
but will not be responsible for teaching entire courses. Responsibilities may include giving presentations on different topics
related to the United States, preparing classroom activities, and/or encouraging students to communicate in English.
ETAs also may pursue an independent research, study, or volunteer project. The project is a secondary activity that will
supplement the grantee's ETA responsibilities. Applicants should briefly describe this project in the Statement of Grant
Purpose and may address some or all of the following: 1) why the activities are appropriate to Guatemala; 2) skills, talents or
other qualifications that they bring to the project plan; 3) how they view this plan as contributing to their professional or
educational development; and, 4) if and how the plan contributes to the Fulbright goals of mutual understanding and host
community engagement. Remember that the primary activity for ETAs is in the classroom and not carrying out this project.
Honduras
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Proficient spoken and written Spanish is required at the time of application.
Academic year: Varies depending on the institution, but usually begins in early February and ends in mid-December.
Grant period: 10 months. Most grantees begin in the fall, but the start date is flexible. Grants may begin as early as August.
The last possible start date is March 31st.
Affiliation: Applicants are responsible for arranging their own affiliations with an academic institution, research facility, or
another appropriate organization, and for submitting supporting documentation verifying the affiliation.
Research clearance : It is strongly recommended that applicants in archeology/anthropology request approval from the
Honduran Institute of History and Anthropology before beginning research.
Specific considerations: While there are no restrictions on fields, some geographic areas may be off-limits for security
reasons, as determined by the U.S. Embassy's Regional Security Office. All students, upon arrival, should register online as
American Citizens living in Honduras with the Consular Section at www.travel.state.gov and also read the country profile
(travel warning) on Honduras on the www.state.gov website.
General comments: Researchers in democracy and governance, economic development, education (especially TEFL/TESOL),
public health, and social work and community arts development are especially welcome.
Dependents : The grant is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$200 per month for
two or more accompanying dependents.
Website : http://honduras.usembassy.gov
Contact Information:
e-mail: [email protected]
e-mail: [email protected]
Hong Kong
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Language: A minimum of one year of Mandarin or Cantonese is recommended.
Grant period: 10 months. Grantees begin in August or September 2013, subject to the approval of the U.S. Consulate in Hong
Kong.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels are considered.
Affiliation: Candidates will affiliate with Hong Kong universities. Applicants should identify appropriate host institutions for
their projects and include affiliation letters with their Fulbright applications. The U.S. Consulate in Hong Kong will assist in
facilitating the affiliations for candidates who have been officially awarded grants.
Ineligibility: Candidates currently residing in China, Hong Kong or Macau (or those who will be living there during the
2012-2013 academic year) will not be considered. Dependents: No dependent support is available.
Website: http://hongkong.usconsulate.gov/pas_cultural.html#fulbright
Hungary
7 FULBRIGHT GRANTS/ HUNGARIAN GOVERNMENT GRANTS
Language: Knowledge of Hungarian is not a basic requirement unless needed to successfully complete the project/study plan.
Some knowledge of Hungarian is recommended, especially in certain fields such as ethnic minority issues, literature and
political studies.
Academic year: Two semesters: September to January; February to June. The grant period starts with a one-week orientation
organized by the Fulbright Commission in early September. Attendance at the orientation course is expected.
Ineligibility: U.S. citizens holding dual Hungarian citizenship are not eligible. For policy reasons, those born and educated in
Hungary, and who left the country within the last five years, will not be considered. Candidates residing in Hungary at the time
of application are not eligible.
Candidate profile : Applicants are welcome in all fields of study. Preference will be given to subjects in arts, humanities, and
social sciences as they relate to the political, social and economic changes and developing democracy in Hungary; the history
and culture of Hungary and of East Central Europe; and the sciences.
Affiliation: Final affiliations will be arranged by the Fulbright Commission, but applications should contain preferred
institutional placement(s) and previous professional contacts in Hungary, if any. Placement requests to non-Hungarian higher
education institutions active in Hungary are less preferred. Affiliations with institutions outside of Budapest are favored. There
are excellent opportunities for independent study and research at all Hungarian higher educational institutions in and outside of
Budapest, such as: Debrecen, Szeged, Pécs, Miskolc, Veszprém, Eger, Kecskemét, and Szombathely, and at the institutions of
the Hungarian Academy of Sciences. See the list of Hungarian higher education institutions on the Commission's website at
www.fulbright.hu/info-for-fulbright-grantees. The Commission will also provide assistance in securing professional
advice.
Applicants enrolling in degree programs or courses at a Hungarian institution requiring an entrance examination must apply for
admission individually. The Fulbright Commission may provide assistance in gaining admission. Exceptions are music students
who wish to study at the Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music in Budapest (see below).
Applicants to Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music: Application forms for the Academy are available from the Liszt Academy.
Applicants should send any written and recorded material, together with the Fulbright application, to IIE/New York and should
apply directly to the Liszt Academy by the Academy's application deadline indicating that they have applied for a Fulbright
grant.
Tuition: Generally, a full waiver is not available for programs where tuition fees are required. Tuition may be covered by the
Fulbright grant up to $3,000 per academic year, but fees are considered on an individual basis.
Stipend: The Fulbright Grant provides reimbursement of the actual cost of direct, most economical round-trip airfare for the
grantee up to US $1,500, plus a monthly stipend. The Hungarian government provides an additional monthly stipend and
contribution to the cost of housing in Hungarian Forints.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $100 per month for one accompanying dependent; by US $200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
2 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING/ EDUCATIONAL ADVISING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Applicants must be articulate native English-speakers.
Grant period: 9 months, September to May. The grant period starts with a one-week orientation course organized by the
Fulbright Commission in early September. Attendance at the orientation course is expected.
Conditions of award: Applications are welcome from graduate students enrolled in a degree program in any of the following
fields: TEFL/applied linguistics; American literature; American studies; folklore; political science; and/or graduate students
interested in international education and educational advising. Previous teaching experience is highly recommended. Positions
include teaching 2 or 3 courses per week, as well as advising Hungarian students on studying in the USA and participating in
EducationUSA outreach activities, or working as a teaching assistant in a Hungarian high school. Another 12 hours per week
will be reserved for an independent study/research project, if needed. Applicants should submit detailed descriptions of their
study or career interests and also include well-thought-out and feasible project proposals. Details of assignments will be subject to
direct communication between selected candidates and designated departments.
Nature of assignment: One position is in Budapest, at one of the major universities and at the Fulbright Commission's
EducationUSA Advising Center. One position is outside of Budapest, at a higher education institution or a high school.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $100 per month for one accompanying dependent; by US$200 per month for two or
more accompanying dependents.
2 FULBRIGHT TRAVEL GRANTS
Conditions of award: Travel grants supplement an award from a non-IIE source that does not provide funds for travel, or may
be used to supplement personal funds for an academic year of study. The same criteria that apply to Full Grants apply to Travel
Grants. Before a grant is awarded, candidates will be required to confirm their ability to support themselves abroad.
Contact: [email protected] Website:
www.fulbright.hu
Iceland
5 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Some knowledge of Icelandic is very helpful by the beginning date of the grant for courses in the humanities, but
not required. Lectures are usually in Icelandic, although many are in English. For scientific fields and the arts, English is
sufficient.
Academic year: Two semesters, late August through May.
Grant period: 9 months. Orientation takes place during the first week in September.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels and in all disciplines are encouraged to apply. Information on studying in
Iceland and Icelandic institutions of higher education can be found here: http://www.ask.hi.is/page/highereducation
Ineligibility: Dual American/Icelandic citizens will not be considered.
Affiliation: Candidates are responsible for arranging their own host affiliations. Preliminary contacts with and letters of
support from host institutions are preferred, but are not required, at the time of application. Candidates are responsible for their
own university applications and enrollments. It is not necessary to have secured an affiliation at the time of application,
however, U.S. Fulbrighters must submit evidence of an affiliation at least three months before arriving in Iceland, for visa
purposes.
Dependents: There is no additional funding for dependents.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: www.fulbright.is
1 FULBRIGHT/ICELANDIC MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND CULTURE GRANT
This cost-shared grant is for a graduate student interested in studying Icelandic. All other criteria are the same as for a Fulbright
Full Grant.
Candidate profile : Candidate profile Candidates at all degree levels are accepted. Applications are considered from students of
Icelandic language, history, or literature who are expected to study Icelandic language at the University of Iceland. Excellent
opportunities exist for studying modern and old Icelandic (Eddic poetry and the sagas).
India
50 FULBRIGHT-NEHRU FULL GRANTS
Language: English. Classical or modern Indian languages, or oral use of a regional language, may be required for specific
research projects. The Critical Language Enhancement Award (CLEA) is available to grantees to India. For more detailed
information about the CLEA application, eligibility, and approved institutions, please read below and click here: Critical
Language Enhancement Awards.
Critical Language Enhancement Award (CLEA): CLEA provides an opportunity for Fulbright U.S. Student Program
grantees to receive three to six months of intensive language study in addition to their research or study grants. The award
provides a monthly living stipend and tuition reimbursement for grantees to pursue language training in the host country.
Application for a Critical Language Enhancement Award is made in conjunction with the Fulbright U.S. Student application.
For additional information and requirements on the award please see Critical Language Enhancement Award details.
Accepted Languages: Bangla, Gujarati, Hindi, Marathi, Punjabi, Urdu
Prior Language Study:
A minimum of one year of prior language study is required for Hindi and Urdu. For all other approved languages, no minimum
language study is required.
Dates and Timing:
Grantees may begin language study after arriving in India and prior to the beginning of the Fulbright Grant. Grantees must
enter the host country on a Research visa issued specifically for their Fulbright grant. Grant duration is a minimum of 3 months
and a maximum of 6 months with at least two months of language study occurring before the Fulbright Full Grant begins.
Schedules and durations may
also be dictated by those set by the institutions listed below or other approved institutions.
Approved Institutions:
Bangla/Bengali
Kolkata, American Institute of Indian Studies
Mr. Subir Sarkar,12/2, Swinhoe Street, Kolkata - 700 019 (West Bengal)
Tel: +91-9830410312, E-Mail: [email protected], Web: http://aiislanguageprograms.org/
Gujarati
Ahmedabad, American Institute of Indian Studies
Ms. Meghna Bhat, Ahmedabad (Gujarat)
Tel: +91-9601849301, E-Mail: [email protected], Web: http://aiislanguageprograms.org/
Gujarat Vidyapeeth, Ahmedabad, http://www.gujaratvidyapith.org/
Hindi
Delhi /Mussorie, American Institute of Indian Studies
Dr. A.N. Singh, B120 B, Mangal Marg, Bapu Nagar, Jaipur - 302 015 (Rajasthan)
Tel: +91-9829067885, E-Mail: [email protected], Web: http://aiislanguageprograms.org/
Hindi Guru
H - 4/ 13-14, Lower Ground Floor, Malviya Nagar, New Delhi - 110 017
Tel: +91-011-6563-5674, 3067-2668, Mobile: +91-981010 7674, 931232 7981
E-Mail: [email protected]; [email protected], Web: www.hindiguru.org
East West Language Institute
2nd floor, New Delhi YMCA Nizamuddin East, Station Road, New Delhi - 110 013
Tel: +91-98188-84748, +91-11-4051-3586
E-Mail: [email protected], Web: http://www.eastwestlanguage.com
Landour Language School
41/2 Landour Cantt, City - Mussoorie, District - Dehradun - 248 179 (Uttarakhand)
Tel: +91-135-2631487, 2631467 / 2633068, Email: [email protected]
Web: http://landourlanguageschool.com/#location
Marathi
Pune
American Institute of Indian Studies, Anil Inamdar, Deccan College Campus, Pune - 411006 (Maharashtra)
Tel: +91-9637483556, E-Mail: [email protected]
Punjabi
Delhi / Chandigarh, American Institute of Indian Studies, Dr. Rinku Rani, American Institute of Indian Studies, Chandigarh
Tel: +91-9988395090, E-Mail: [email protected], Web: http://aiislanguageprograms.org/
Urdu
Lucknow, American Institute of Indian Studies, Dr. Ahtesham Khan, 46/3, Wazir Hasan Road
Lucknow - 226 001 (Uttar Pradesh)
Tel: +91-9838979440, E-Mail: [email protected], Web: http://aiislanguageprograms.org/
Other CLEA Notes: Fulbright Full Grantees to India must have research visa for their Fulbright award prior to departure to
India, making a start before July/August. The Fulbright Commission in India, United States - India Educational Foundation
(USIEF) will work with grantees to help identify suitable language institutions that meet the student's language needs and
schedule constraints.
Grantees have an option to identify institutions or tutors on their own, however, they must seek approval for an institution or
tutors from USIEF before enrolling for a language program.
CLEA Contact: Pamela Jennings, [email protected]
Grant period: 9 months. Ph. D. candidates can start their grant any time from July through March. Non-Ph.D. grantees are
required to attend a mandatory orientation in Delhi in August before the start of their grant. CLEA awardees first complete their
intensive language training followed by the Fulbright. In addition, all grantees are required to participate in a Pre-departure
Orientation in mid-June 2013 as a condition of their grants.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels are considered.
Field of study: All disciplines will be considered. Preferred subjects are: Agricultural Sciences; Economics; Education; Energy,
Sustainable Development and Climate Change; Environment; International Relations; Management and Leadership Development;
Media and Communications with a focus on Public Service Broadcasting; Public Administration; Public Health; Science and Technology;
the Study of India with a focus on contemporary issues.
Affiliation: According to the Government of India guidelines, each candidate will be affiliated either with an Indian institution
of higher education, a research and training institute, think tank or registered non- government organization, as required by
the specific project proposed. The candidate will be guided or assisted by an academic supervisor from the affiliating
institute/organization as designated by it. The role of the academic supervisor is to guide and support the candidate to carry out
the project. Applicants are encouraged to identify appropriate host institutions for their projects. If they have been in touch with
potential host institutions, applicants should include any correspondence with their Fulbright-Nehru applications. However, a
formal affiliation or proof of support is not mandatory. The Fulbright Commission in India (United States-India Educational
Foundation [USIEF]) will secure and confirm final affiliations for candidates awarded Fulbright-Nehru grants.
Research clearance and Indian visas: Clearance and a research visa from the Government of India is required for
all
Fulbright-Nehru assignments. The detailed procedure for obtaining research visas will be communicated to grantees upon
selection. Grants cannot be issued for travel to India until proper Government of India approvals and research visas are
received.
Statement of Grant Purpose: When writing your research proposal, please note the following guidelines:1. Research
clearance is often delayed when: a. The subject matter is related to defense and strategic studies, tribes, inter-communal or
other socially sensitive themes;
b. Research is to be conducted in parts of the country restricted for foreign scholars or involves visits to those areas: Border
areas in Manipur, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Sikkim, Uttaranchal, Jammu and Kashmir, Rajasthan and
Himachal Pradesh and restricted areas including Andaman and Nicobar Islands; and parts of the state of Sikkim;
c. The subject matter has potential sensitivity related to caste, religion, community or a particular group of people, and
evaluation of sensitive government policies. Themes that are politically sensitive and themes likely to arouse ill-feeling or
tension between different groups of citizens or offend the sensibilities of any group of citizens should be avoided;
d. In some parts of the country, the methodology of directly interviewing subjects would not be encouraged because of its
potential to incite local sentiment. 2. Tone down the sensitivity of the title, topic, and research proposal. These should not
sound negative, judgmental, or revolutionary. Occasionally, a proposed topic is under critical debate in India itself and the
Government of India is unlikely to approve a research visa for such topic.
3. The proposal should be one of genuine academic research reflecting both Indian and U.S. needs and academic interests,
subject, however, to the availability of expertise and facilities for the specific field.
4. Before submitting a research proposal, sensitize yourself to your area of interest to ensure that your proposal has minimal
potential for inciting a controversy. Also, it would be helpful to check your proposal's feasibility relative to the geographic
location in India where you want to conduct the research.
Archaeological research: Applicants must state clearly in their proposals whether they will need to visit excavation sites.
Selected
candidates in this field will be required to fill out a form that USIEF will submit to the Government of India for
obtaining special clearance from the Archaeological Survey of India.
Archival research: Applicants should clearly state in their proposals whether they will need to consult records and/or papers in
the
National Archives, New Delhi, or in State archives. USIEF will obtain the necessary letter from the U.S. Embassy, which
will be required for a scholar's entry into the archives.
Changes in marital status: Grantees must inform IIE and USIEF of any change in marital status. Candidates who marry after
submitting applications must allow at least four months for their spouses to obtain visas.
Dependents: A monthly maintenance allowance is payable for one accompanying dependent only.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: www.usief.org.in
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Language: No Indian language skills are required. All instruction regarding teaching methodology is in English.
Grant period: 9 months. English Teaching Assistants (ETAs) are required to arrive in the last week of June/ first week of July
2013 to participate in an orientation that will include basic language training and culture classes as per the city of affiliation for
three weeks prior to teaching. ETAs will be teaching in their respective schools from August 2013 through March 2014. In
addition, all grantees are required to attend a Pre-departure Orientation in mid-June 2013 as a condition of their grants.
Candidate profile : Applications are welcome from articulate and flexible graduating seniors, recent graduates or Master's students
who demonstrate a high level of maturity and the initiative to teach English at the secondary level. Candidates must be native
English-speakers. Candidates with degrees in English, Education or TEFL/applied linguistics, are preferred, but candidates from all majors are
welcome to apply. Some previous teaching/tutoring experience is preferred.
Nature of assignment: Approximately 20-25 hours per week of in classroom assistant-teaching is expected, plus all class
preparation time and additional school-related activities. The ETAs generally do a mix of co-teaching and independent teaching
depending on the requirement of the school. They will assist in teaching conversational English and composition to middle and
high school students. All ETAs are required to attend an intensive three-week language program before the start of their
assignments to build their conversational skills in the local language. They are also required to complete a small research
project; applicants should include a brief description of their project in their Statement of Grant Purpose. The ETAs should use the
final month of their grant when classes are not in session to focus on their research project.
Changes in marital status: Grantees must inform IIE and USIEF of any change in marital status. Candidates who marry after
submitting applications must allow at least four months for their spouses to obtain visas.
Dependents: A monthly maintenance allowance is payable for one accompanying dependent only.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: www.usief.org.in
Indonesia
10 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Proficiency in Indonesian is not a requirement in the candidate selection process. However, applicants should
include plans for language study in their Fulbright applications and selected applicants should begin studying the language as
soon as feasible, as language abilities will greatly enhance the Fulbright experience.
Critical Language Enhancement Awards: For complete details on the Critical Language Enhancement Award program for
all Study/Research awards and Teaching Assistantship awards please click here.
Language: Bahasa Indonesia
Prior Language Study: No prior language study in Bahasa Indonesia is required.
Critical Language Enhancement Award Manager: Pamela Jennings, [email protected] should plan to begin
their language study in September and can only attend the institutions named below. Final language study durations will be
determined depending on student preferences with approval by the Fulbright Commission in Jakarta (AMINEF). The Critical
Language Enhancement Award grant must be completed in full before beginning the Fulbright Full Grant. Applicants are
responsible for indicating their preferred language institutions.
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Wisma Bahasa - Yogyakarta, Central Java (special tailor-made programs upon request)
Indonesian Language and Culture Learning Service (INCULS) at Gadjah Mada University (UGM) - Yogyakarta, Central Java
(special tailor-made programs upon request)
Bandung Talent Source - Bandung, West Java (Special tailor made programs upon request)
Grant period: 10 months for all study/research awards.
Affiliation: For all study/research awards: Affiliation with an Indonesian university is required. The Fulbright Commission
(AMINEF) will provide assistance in establishing affiliations for students officially awarded Fulbright Grants. Applicants are
strongly encouraged to contact the Indonesian institutions with whom they wish to collaborate and to include affiliation letters
with their applications. NGOs are not permitted to serve as research affiliates.
Research permit and visa requirement: For all study/research awards: A research permit is required from the Ministry of
Research and Technology (KRT) to conduct research in Indonesia. The Fulbright Commission (AMINEF) will assist grantees
in securing the necessary permits and visas. Detailed procedures for obtaining a research permit will be communicated to
grantees after selection.
Restriction: For all study/research awards: Aceh and Papua are closed to foreign researchers at this time. Work in other areas
may not be feasible due to permit restrictions. Applicants should remain flexible with regard to host institutions and research
sites.
Ineligibility: For all study/research awards: Applicants currently residing in Indonesia (or those who will be living there
during the 2012-2013 academic year) will not be considered.
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Language: Proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia is recommended but not required. Applicants without Indonesian language skills
should include plans for language study in their Fulbright applications. See Critical Language Enhancement Awards.
Field of study: Applications will be accepted for study/research in the fields of: Agriculture, Astronomy/Planetary Sciences,
Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Energy, Engineering (all fields), Environmental Science, Geology/Earth and
Atmospheric Sciences, Information Science, Materials Science, Mathematics, Oceanography, Physics, and Public Health
(research or theoretical focus only.)
Dependents: No dependent support is available.
Critical Language Enhancement Awards : Language: Bahasa Indonesia Prior Language Study: No prior language study in
Bahasa Indonesia is required. Critical Language Enhancement Award Manager: Pamela Jennings, [email protected]
Candidates should plan to begin their language study in September and can only attend the institutions named below. Final
language study durations will be determined depending on student preferences with the approval by AMINEF Fulbright office in
Jakarta. The Critical Language Enhancement Award grant must be completed in full before beginning the Fulbright Full Grant.
Applicants are responsible for indicating their preferred language institutions.
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Wisma Bahasa - Yogyakarta, Central Java (Special tailor-made programs upon program
Indonesian Language and Culture Learning Service (INCULS) in Gadjah Mada University (UGM) - Yogyakarta, Central Java
(Special tailor-made programs upon request)
Bandung Talent Source - Bandung, West Java (Special tailor made courses upon request )
Grant period : 10 months.
Field of study : Applications will be accepted for study/research in the fields of: Agriculture, Astronomy/Planetary Sciences,
Biology, Chemistry, Computer Sciences, Energy, Engineering (all fields), Environmental Science, Geology/Earth and
Atmospheric Sciences, Information Sciences, Materials Science, Mathematics, Oceanography, Physics, and Public Health
(research or theoretical focus only.)
Affiliation: Affiliation with an Indonesian university is required. The Fulbright Commission will provide assistance in
establishing affiliations for students officially awarded Fulbright Grants. Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the
Indonesian institutions with whom they wish to collaborate and to include affiliation letters with their applications. NGOs are not
permitted to act as research affiliates.
Research permit and visa requirement : A research permit is required from the Ministry of Research and Technology
(MENRISTEK) to conduct research in Indonesia. The Fulbright Commission will assist grantees in securing the necessary
permits and visas. Detailed procedures for obtaining a research permit will be communicated to grantees after selection.
Restriction : Research in Aceh Province is closed to foreign researchers at this time.
Ineligibility : Applicants currently residing in Indonesia (or those who will be living there during the 2012-2013 academic
year) will not be considered.
Dependents : No dependent support is available.
Website : www.aminef.or.id
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Language: No Indonesian language skills are required, however, some study of Bahasa Indonesia prior to arrival is
encouraged in order to ease transition to school and community life. Students will be provided very basic language
instruction in Bahasa Indonesia as part of the in-country orientation. Basic instruction in teaching methodologies is also
part of the in-country orientation.
Candidate profile : Applicants should be undergraduate seniors, recent graduates, or graduate students and must be
mature,
articulate, resourceful, flexible, and committed to working in an instructional setting with high school students. Candidates
must be native English-speakers, unmarried and without dependents. No previous teaching experience is required, but it is
beneficial.
Grant period: The grant is for an 8-9-month academic year, plus a three-week orientation in Indonesia. The start date of the
grant may vary due to the fasting month of Ramadan, but ETAs generally depart for Indonesia in early August.
Nature of assignment: Approximately 20 hours per week teaching alongside English teachers in their classrooms, plus
requisite class preparation time and school-related activities, will be required. English Teaching Assistants will typically teach
conversational English to high school students at selected public schools, private schools, and Islamic boarding schools
throughout Indonesia, many of which are outside of major cities.
Housing: Housing arrangements will be made by the Fulbright Commission (AMINEF) and the schools where ETAs will be
placed. Please note: Many ETA sites are in rural areas, so ETAs need to be prepared to adapt to local customs, conditions and
norms. Often housing situations vary and this also requires a high degree of flexibility and adaptation on the part of ETAs.
Restriction: The primary activity of this program is teaching English as a foreign language. Because of visa and permit
restrictions it is not possible for ETAs to undertake an independent research project. Work with non-governmental
organizations is also not possible due to permit restrictions. However, ETAs are encouraged to seek opportunities for cultural
enrichment, including community service, to enhance their overall Fulbright experience.
Website: www.aminef.or.id
Ireland
1 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANT
Northern Ireland Except for the Irish Language Grant listed below, students wishing to do study or research in Northern
Ireland must apply through the United Kingdom.
Language: English, unless the student wishes to study the Irish language or requires access to old Irish manuscripts. See
Fulbright Full Grant in Irish Language below.
Grant period: 9 months. Two semesters, September to December and January to May.
Candidate profile : All degree levels and disciplines including deaf studies, visual and performing arts are encouraged.
Affiliation: Applicants are responsible for establishing their own institutional affiliations. The Fulbright Commission in
Ireland can assist with developing projects and identifying relevant programs, colleges and cultural institutions.
Tuition: Some colleges have agreed to tuition waivers for Fulbright students; see Fulbright Full Grant for a Taught Master's
Program. For programs not included, the Commission will explore tuition waivers for successful candidates. If a waiver is not
offered, the grantee is responsible for any tuition costs. Students conducting independent research are not normally liable for
tuition.
1 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANT IN IRISH LANGUAGE
Language: Fluency in the Irish language is required. Applicants must submit the foreign language evaluation form with their
applications and recommended candidates will be asked to have a language assessment as part of the selection process.
Grant period: 11 months, mid-July to mid-to-late June, including a one month language immersion program in an
Irish-speaking (Gaeltacht) region, followed by a 9-month post-graduate degree through Irish in a relevant Irish
university/college.
Candidate profile: All degree levels are considered. Students must have competency in the Irish language and would benefit
from previous exposure/coursework in Irish studies or literature.
Affiliation: Candidates will need to apply for admission/enroll in a recognized Gaeltacht summer program and post-graduate
degree. The Fulbright Commission will assist with/advise on this process.
Tuition: Some colleges have agreed to tuition waivers for Fulbright students; see Fulbright Full Grant for a Taught Master's
Program. For programs not included, the Commission will explore tuition waivers for successful candidates. If a waiver is not
offered the grantee is responsible for any tuition costs.
1 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANT FOR A TAUGHT MASTER'S PROGRAM
Language: English, unless the student wishes to study Irish language manuscripts. Grant
period: 9 months. Two semesters, September to December and January to May.
Candidate profile : Students wishing to enroll in a taught Master's Program that builds on previous academic work or assists in
future academic study are preferred.
Affiliation: Candidates will need to apply for admission/enroll in a Master's Program offered by one of the following
institutions:
1. Dublin City University (http://www.dcu.ie/ ): any one year Master's Program across its four Faculties.
2. Dublin Institute of Technology (http://www.dit.ie/ ): the MMus in Performance or the MA in Criminology.
3. National University of Ireland Galway (/http://www.nuig.ie): any of the one year Master's Programs in the College of Arts,
Social Sciences, and Celtic Studies.
4. National University of Ireland Maynooth (http://www.nuim.ie/ ): any of the one year Master's Programs offered by the
Faculty of Arts, Celtic Studies and Philosophy, the Faculty of Science and Engineering or the Faculty of Social Sciences.
5. Royal Irish Academy of Music: the Master of Music in Performance and Doctorate of Music in Pefrormance.
6. Trinity College Dublin (http://www.tcd.ie): any of the advanced degree programs in the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and
Social Sciences, excluding MBAs in the School of Business, Faculty of Engineering, Mathematics and Science and Faculty of
Health Sciences.
7. University College Cork (http://www.ucc.ie/ ): any one year taught Master's Program in the College of Arts, Celtic Studies
and Social Sciences, the College of Business and Law, the College of Medicine and Health and the College of Science,
Engineering and Food Science.
8. University College Dublin (http://www.ucd.ie/): the MA in History, MA in the History of the Media, MA in Medieval
Studies and the MA in the Social and Cultural History of Medicine.
9. University of Limerick (http://www.ul.ie/ ): any of the taught Master's Programs in the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and
Social Sciences.
The Fulbright Commission will assist with/advise on this process and will investigate tuition waivers for successful candidates
that have applied for programs not listed above. Contact: [email protected].
Website: http://www.fulbright.ie
Israel
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Language: A working knowledge of Hebrew or Arabic is not a prerequisite, unless required for the proposed program of study
or research.
Grant period: 9 months, mid-October through mid-to-late June. Fulbright grantees should plan on arriving in Israel in the fall
of 2013 in order to participate in the in-country orientation. In addition, all grantees are required to attend a Pre-departure
Orientation in Washington DC in mid-June 2013 as a condition of their grants.
Candidate profile : Applicants with little or no previous experience in Israel receive preference. Applications will be
considered from well-qualified candidates in all fields.
Ineligibility: Candidates residing in Israel at the time of application are not eligible to apply.
Affiliation: Host institutions must be accredited by the Israel Council for Higher Education.
Tuition: The Fulbright Commission in Israel will cover tuition for fellows other than Ph.D. candidates for up to two courses
per semester (Fall and Spring semesters). For Ph.D. candidates, the Fulbright Commission will pay the cost of affiliation to the
university but not tuition for courses. The Commission will also cover Hebrew or Arabic language study fees up to a maximum
of $2,240. A research allowance of $500 will be provided upon submission of a request to the Fulbright Commission.
Specific considerations: Applications involving travel to or research or study in the West Bank or Gaza will not be considered.
Dependents: Allowances are available for up to 3 accompanying dependents.
Website: Further information can be found on the Commission's website http://www.fulbright.org.il/index.php?id=710The
Fulbright-in-Israel Forum on the USIEF website, www.fulbright.org.il/index.php?id=714, and the Fulbright Blogs
www.fulbright.org.il/index.php?id=2721 present first-hand information on the Fulbright-Israel experience,
provided by program alumni.
Interested candidates can find country data information on Israel on the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs website under the
heading, Facts About Israel www.mfa.gov.il/MFA
2 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Applicants must be articulate native English-speakers.
Grant period: 9 months, October through June. The grant period begins with a four-day orientation organized by the Fulbright
Commission. The orientation includes lectures on Israeli society and culture and the Arab community in Israel, lectures on the
Israeli educational system, meetings with key college personnel, classroom workshops and visits to local community centers
and schools. In addition, all grantees are required to attend a Pre-departure Orientation in Washington DC in mid-June 2013 as a
condition of their grants.
Candidate profile : Applicants should be well-rounded, mature, articulate, resourceful, flexible, and able to demonstrate the
initiative, leadership, and confidence required to teach English in a foreign setting.
Nature of assignment: The Fulbright ETA Program requires up to 20 hours per week of English teaching assistance to
permanent teaching staff in Israeli colleges. At the same time, Fulbright ETAs will gain from intensive cross-cultural
interaction both on- and off-campus. Responsibilities may also include giving presentations on topics related to the United
States, preparing classroom activities, participating in on-campus cross-cultural activities, serving as a resource person in
conversation groups, providing small group tutorials, or engaging in community activities.
Affiliation: The Fulbright Commission arranges host-institution affiliation for each grantee.
Dependents: No dependent support is available.
Italy
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Language: Proficient spoken and written Italian commensurate with the project is required at the time of application.
Language study begun after applying is considered insufficient. The U.S.-Italy Fulbright Commission will make no provision
for Italian language instruction.
Grant period: 9 months, October 10, 2013 to July 10, 2014. Fulbright grantees will be required to participate in a one-to-two
day orientation program organized by the Fulbright Commission in mid-October and possibly in a one-day mid-year meeting in
February.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels and in all fields of study are considered. Candidates whose projects are
concerned with contemporary topics, science and technology and entrepreneurship are particularly encouraged. Candidates
interested in conducting their research in a university/institution in the south of Italy are also encouraged. Preference will be
given to students who are enrolled in a graduate program in the U.S. at the time of application.
Affiliation: Candidates are not required to enroll in an Italian university; however, applicants must establish contacts, and
secure affiliations, with an Italian university or research center. A letter of invitation/affiliation must be submitted with the
application. For information about Italian universities, please consult, "Guide to Higher Education in Italy" at www.fulbright.it.
Applicants enrolling in an Italian university must follow the enrollment procedure through the Italian diplomatic missions in the
United States. Information can be downloaded from the following websites: www.esteri.it (see section, "Benvenuti in Italia") or
www.ambwashingtondc.esteri.it (see section, "Information and Services" - Consular Services).
Music and arts: Candidates should establish contacts with Italian specialists in their fields who teach at Italian institutions
(conservatories of music, art academies or private institutes) and request a letter of affiliation. The Commission does not accept
music and art students who wish to study exclusively with private teachers. In no case will the Fulbright Commission pay for
private lessons. Additional personal funds will be required to cover costs for private lessons, practice facilities, studio space,
purchase of materials, etc.
Dependents: No dependent support is available.
1 FULBRIGHT GRANT IN DEAFNESS
This scholarship allows a graduate student to conduct research, to teach, and/or collaborate on new projects in deafness-related
fields in Italy.
Language: Some knowledge of at least one romance language is required; preference will be given to candidates with some
fluency in the Italian language. Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) is required.
Grant period: 4-6 months (usually second semester, especially for those projects that involve Italian schools).
Candidate profile : Deaf and hearing graduate students in deafness-related areas, with at least some experience in the area of
the proposed project.
Affiliation: When developing proposals and for information regarding project ideas, feasibility and possible host institutions,
applicants for grants in deafness are encouraged to contact :Dr. Miriam Grottanelli de Santi, Director of the Siena School for
Liberal Arts in Siena and President of the Mason Perkins Deafness Fund Onlus, Siena at [email protected].
Stefania Fadda, Director of the Centro Assistenza per Bambini Sordi e Sordociechi ONLUS (CABSS), Rome at
[email protected]
Grant benefits: The award consists of the payment of a maintenance allowance, a travel allowance, and a contribution towards
incidental and housing costs. Interpretation services will be provided for the orientation sessions only.
General comments: Proposals should involve research, teaching, and/or collaboration on projects aimed at:- Improving
the lives of deaf and/or deaf-blind children; Improving the lives of deaf adults; Improving infrastructure accessibility for deaf
individuals; Strengthening specific areas of expertise which are lacking in Italy. Examples include: Early intervention for deaf
and/or deaf-blind children; deaf education; specialized teaching methods for deaf-blind children; bilingualism and biculturalism;
school psychology; clinical psychology; counseling; theater education; art education; interpreter education; teaching ASL to
deaf students; teaching English through ASL; developing tools that will contribute to creating a positive environment where
deaf and/or deaf-blind people can enjoy free and total access to curriculum and the world around them.
1 MIGUEL VINCIGUERRA FUND/ FULBRIGHT TRAVEL GRANT
Candidate profile : Open to candidates at all degree levels in the creative and performing arts only.
General comments: This award is made possible by a trust established by Miguel Vinciguerra. All Fulbright Full Grants
specifications apply.
1 FULBRIGHT CASTEN FAMILY FOUNDATION AWARD AT THE UNIVERSITY OF
GASTRONOMIC SCIENCES
Intro note: This Full Grant is intended for candidates with a special interest in the Slow Food movement and awareness of
food culture and food sector issues.
Language: Proficient knowledge of the Italian language is strongly recommended in view of social interaction and additional
activities.
Grant period: The course will last one year beginning in September 2013 or in March 2014. The starting date of the Master's
program will be defined in Spring/Summer 2012.
Candidate profile : Preference in this program is for graduating seniors.
Affiliation: The grantee will be enrolled in the University of Gastronomic Sciences, Master in Food Culture: Communicating
Quality Products. The main goal of this Master's Program (taught in English) is to provide students with multidisciplinary
knowledge on food studies. Emphasis will be given to sustainability, traditional and quality food production, as well as the
communication and promotion of such products based on a thorough anthropological and historical study of food consumption,
not only in Italy, but also the rest of Europe. The course combines theoretical knowledge acquired in the classroom with
practical skills acquired during work experience and field trips. The Master's includes a full program of practical training (field
seminars) during which students will discover the best foods and wines and the small artisanal productions of a number of
Italian regions and European countries.
Application: Applicants are required to submit the standard Fulbright application. The study project must be consistent with
the University of Gastronomic Sciences' mission and program.
Benefits: The grant will cover costs in connection with participation in the Master's program: tuition, lodging in the university
dorms, lunches, all planned stages, room, board and transportation associated with stages, required didactic material and
participation in all events organized by the University of Gastronomic Sciences and Slow Food. The grantees will also receive a
lump-sum travel allowance towards the purchase of an international round-trip plane ticket.
3 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Intro note: The Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship (ETA) Program provides part-time assistance (from 12 to 25
teaching hours per week) to permanent teaching staff at Italian high schools.
Language: A good knowledge of Italian is strongly recommended, but at least basic facility in Italian is required. Successful
candidates must be articulate native English-speakers.
Grant period: 9 months, October 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014. Fulbright English Teaching Assistants will be required to
participate in a one-to-two day orientation program in October.
Candidate profile : Applications from students at all degree levels will be accepted, but strong preference will be given to
applicants already possessing a BA degree at the time of application. Master's level candidates with the initiative, maturity, and
self-reliance needed to assist in teaching English language and American culture to Italian students in high schools as well as
applicants with teaching background are encouraged to apply.
Nature of assignment: Placement and details of teaching duties will be communicated after selection.
Contact: Cecilia Niccoli Vallesi, Program Officer:[email protected]
Sasha Dvorzova, Program Assistant: [email protected]
Website: http://www.fulbright.it/en/borse-di-studio/statunitensi/us-student-program
Ivory Coast
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language:
A moderate level of conversational French is needed to function comfortably in the Ivory Coast. Fluent French is required
to take or audit classes in universities and institutes or to do research. Researchers in the sciences will generally have colleagues with
a working knowledge of English, but primary documents and texts will be in French.
Grant period:
9 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S. Embassy in Abidjan.
Candidate profile: Only candidates at the doctoral level will be considered. Graduating seniors and others at the
Bachelor's and Master's levels are ineligible for this country.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an appropriate host institution. It is strongly
recommended that applicants identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they include affiliation letters with their
Fulbright applications.
General comments: Candidates may propose to conduct research in TEFL/TESL and help in curriculum development.
There are also research opportunities in the medical sciences, biological sciences, and French studies, among other fields.
Contact: [email protected] or [email protected].
Website: http://abidjan.usembassy.gov
Jamaica
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Grant period: 10 months. Most grantees choose to begin in the fall, but the start date is flexible. Grants may begin as early as
August. The last possible start date is March 31st.
Affiliation: Applicants are responsible for arranging their own affiliations with an academic institution, research facility, or
another appropriate organization, and for submitting supporting documentation. Affiliations with the University of West Indies
(UWI) are preferred; applicants are expected to make contact with a professor in the appropriate department who will support
their research and/or study.
Tuition: UWI traditionally waives the tuition fee for Fulbright grantees attending UWI. The grantee is required to complete
the UWI application form. The U.S. Embassy in Kingston will assist grantees with finalizing arrangements.
Specific considerations:
1. Accommodation may be available at UWI only if the student is planning to be a full-time student at UWI for the academic
year. Inquiries need to be made at the time of application to UWI.
2. When designing projects, applicants should be aware that street crime is a concern in urban areas, and projects that
compromise safety are not advised.
Visa requirement: U.S. students traveling to Jamaica as part of the Fulbright Program must obtain a valid student visa prior to
entry into Jamaica. The grantee will also be required to extend this visa at the local immigration office shortly after arrival. This
must be done for the grantee and any dependent who will remain here for more than one month after the arrival of the grantee. The
grantee is responsible for obtaining the required visa and visa extension, but the U.S. Embassy will assist in taking you to
the appropriate office for the submission of required documents. The grant does not provide for expenses related to visa fees
and any visa expenses are to be borne by the grantee.
Dependents : The grant is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$200 per month for
two or more accompanying dependents.
Contact : [email protected]
Website : http://kingston.usembassy.gov
Japan
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Language: Candidates must have at least two years of college-level Japanese. Japanese studies specialists who plan to conduct
advanced research must have the necessary language skills.
Grant period: Grants are awarded for 12 months and may begin at any date from July 2013 through March 2014. Awards for
Ph.D. dissertation grantees may be extended for a maximum of six months in two three-month iterations, depending on
availability of funds and subject to satisfactory justification and progress. Applicants who think their work will require more
than one year should include justification in their research proposals.
Candidate profile : Ph.D. dissertation research candidates, graduate students enrolled in professional schools such as law,
business, journalism, international relations, public administration, and fine arts or graduates from the above-mentioned
professional schools within 3 years of the time of application, are eligible to apply. Non-Japanese studies specialists or
first-timers to Japan must show the feasibility of their proposals and indicate how a Japanese experience will relate to their
career plans.
Fields of study: Social science and humanities applications will be considered in the following six areas:
1) Japan studies: Projects on Japan's society and culture in the social sciences or humanities;
2) Pacific Rim relations: Studies of the political and economic relations between Japan, the U.S., and a third
country or region such as Northeast Asia, Southeast Asia, the South Pacific islands, North America, Australia, or
New Zealand. Grantees may spend up to two months, typically toward the end of their grants, in a third country if
the research justifies it and the Fulbright Commission in Japan approves;
3) Critical issues of contemporary society: The study of contemporary social issues in Japan and the U.S.
Subjects of particular interest include the impact of rapid technological development, risk or crisis management,
ethical and other issues related to the exploding telecommunications industry, environmental issues, urbanization,
the family, issues relating to an aging society, public law, criminology and journalism;
4) Transnational issues of global society: Subjects of particular interest include health policy, international
trade, labor and mobility, migration, environmental policy, energy and demographic issues;
5) Education: Studies related to educational systems (all levels) of Japan and the United States with particular
focus on contemporary issues. A comparative perspective is strongly encouraged;
6) Applications will also be accepted in the fields of: architecture, creative writing, design, painting, and
sculpture.
Affiliation: Applicants should identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and include affiliation letters with their
Fulbright applications. The Fulbright Commission will confirm final affiliations for candidates awarded Fulbright Grants.
Proposal in Japanese: Applicants for Fulbright student grants must submit a 1-page Statement of Grant Purpose in Japanese
in addition to the 2-page English language version. When preparing these statements offline, the Japanese language version
should be appended after the English version, so that there will be up to three pages for the two statements. The statements
should be uploaded into the Embark application system as a single PDF document.
Citizenship: Persons holding dual Japan-U.S. citizenship or permanent Japanese residency must give up their Japanese
citizenship or permanent resident status if they are selected for and accept a Fulbright Grant to Japan.
Ineligibility: Candidates living in Japan may apply only if they have been studying Japanese language full-time, and have not
otherwise been studying or conducting research or been employed in the immediate past in Japan. Applicants with completed
doctorates at the time their awards are scheduled to begin are not eligible.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: http://www.fulbright.jp
10 FULBRIGHT FELLOWSHIPS FOR GRADUATING SENIORS
The program aims to introduce young Americans to different regions of Japan while they pursue research projects and language
study at local universities.
Language: Candidates must have at least two years of college-level Japanese.
Grant period: Grants are awarded for 10 months and are not renewable. Grantees must arrive in Japan in time to participate in
the orientation program in September. They must also participate in a mid-year conference.
Candidate profile : Applications will be considered from graduating seniors who will receive Bachelor's degrees between
December 2012 and August 2013. Future career and academic objectives are also important considerations and should be
mentioned in the Personal Statement in the application.
Affiliation: The Fulbright Commission arranges all affiliations, taking the student's background and previous experience in
Japan into consideration. All students will be placed in academic institutions outside of Tokyo. Preliminary contact with
institutions is strongly discouraged, with the exception of those applying in the natural sciences and the arts. Grantees do not
enroll as degree students at Japanese institutions. They structure their own programs, combining language study, selected
course study according to their Japanese proficiency, and individual research under the guidance of an assigned professor.
Fellows with prior experience in Japan will be strongly discouraged from returning to the locales of their prior studies or
residence.
Proposal in Japanese: Applicants for Fulbright student grants must submit a 1-page Statement of Grant Purpose in Japanese
in addition to the 2-page English language version. When preparing these statements offline, the Japanese language version
should be appended after the English version, so that there will be up to three pages for the two statements. The statements
should be uploaded into the Embark application system as a single PDF document.
Citizenship: Persons holding dual Japan-U.S. citizenship or permanent Japanese residency must give up their Japanese
citizenship or permanent resident status if they are selected for and accept a Fulbright Grant to Japan.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: http://www.fulbright.jp
Jordan
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Language: Candidates applying for a proposed combination of studying Arabic language and conducting research should
ideally have at least two years of Arabic study. Candidates planning to participate (audit only) in university lecture courses
where the language of instruction is Arabic must have completed at least three years of intensive study of Arabic, with a high
oral comprehension score on the foreign language evaluation. Please note, however, that permission to audit a course at a
Jordanian public or private university will require a series of approvals with the final authority resting with the university's
president. Applicants may apply for Arabic language study only and, as such, are expected to attend full-time, a
Jordanian-American Commission for Educational Exchange (JACEE) sanctioned language center at selected public or private
universities offering full-time courses in Arabic as a Second Language. Tutorial courses are not offered by any of the
universities. Private tutors are available, for a fee, to supplement the university language courses. However, Fulbright
applicants with Arabic language study as the primary goal should understand that the Fulbright grant benefits do not include
tuition and fees as an additional grant benefit: these costs will be borne by the Fulbright Fellow. Fulbright Fellows who receive a
Critical Language Enhancement Award, are expected to attend, on a full-time basis, the privately-run Qasid Institute only. Critical
Language Enhancement Awards: Acceptable Languages: Arabic. Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and Jordanian colloquial.
Prior Language Study: A minimum of one year of prior Arabic study is required.
Dates and Timing: Fulbright full grantees must begin their CLEA language study in September for one session only, prior to
starting their Fulbright award assignment. Grantees must arrive in time to attend the mandatory in-country orientation in early
September. CLEA grant duration is a minimum of 3 months or one session. The Critical Language Enhancement Award must
be taken in full before the Fulbright grant. Fulbright grantees to Jordan may not begin their language grants in Jordan during the
summer session.
Approved Institutions: Qasid Institute (Approved for Modern Standard Arabic only). Qasid is the only approved institution in
Jordan at this time. www.qasid.com.
Other Notes: The Critical Language Enhancement Award to Jordan includes supplemental, part-time colloquial (amiyya)
classes for beginners, intermediate, or advanced levels of proficiency in the late afternoons/early evening at the Qasid Institute.
These supplemental classes should be taken concurrently with full-time Qasid classes as Qasid only offers 15 hours/week
during the fall session. JACEE will assist Jordanian Fulbright grantees in registration for these courses.
Critical Language Enhancement Award Manager: Pamela Jennings, [email protected].
Ineligibility: Candidates currently residing in Jordan are not eligible.
Grant period: 9 months. All grants have an official start date of September 1, 2013 and an end date of May 31, 2014.
Exceptions will be considered, on a case-by-case basis, to defer a grant start date until no later than January 1, 2014 with an
end-date of no later than September 30, 2014. In addition, all grantees are required to attend a Pre-departure Orientation in
Washington DC in mid-to-late June 2013 as a condition of their grants. All grantees are expected to attend the mandatory
week-long in-country orientation program in Amman organized by JACEE and tentatively scheduled for the 2nd through the
6th of September 2013.
Candidate profile : Applicants at all degree levels are accepted. Preference is given to candidates currently enrolled in a
Master's or Doctoral program and who have a primary focus on their thesis or dissertation research rather than language
study.
At-Large candidates whose principal focus is research are similarly preferred. Application for part or full-time independent
study is considered if the candidate can show that the course of study or research will be conducted through a host academic
institution in Jordan. See Affiliations section below.
Tuition costs and fees: Except in the case of CLEA Fellows, grantees whose sole focus is Arabic language study or university
coursework will need to secure independent (non-Fulbright) funds to cover the local university's tuition costs and fees.
Affiliation: Local institutional affiliations will be coordinated, secured, or confirmed by JACEE. A letter of invitation from a
Jordanian institution may be submitted by the applicant, as part of their Fulbright application; however, such letters of
affiliation are not required as part of the application. JACEE will re-confirm submitted letters of affiliation or will secure
appropriate host institutional affiliation on behalf of the grantee. No research clearance is required for Jordan.
Residency permits: All grantees who are staying in Jordan for more than six months are required to obtain a Residency Permit.
JACEE will process all residency permits for its grantees. All grantees will take the HIV test at one of the Ministry of Health
clinics as part of the Residency Permit requirements. HIV tests from the U.S. are not accepted. JACEE, as a courtesy, will assist
the grantee in locating appropriate housing.
General Comments: Fulbright Fellows are expected to participate as fully as possible in all activities at Jordanian academic or
research institutions; to interact with local students on and off campus; and to adapt to, and appreciate, the cultural values and
social norms of Jordanian society.
Dependents: Candidates with legal, accompanying dependents will receive a small supplementary allowance as part of their
Fulbright and/or CLEA grant benefits.
Contact: [email protected] or [email protected]
10 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Successful applicants must be articulate, native English-speakers. Previous study, work or travel experience in the
Middle East and North Africa and at least one year of intensive Arabic language study/language familiarity is preferred.
Fulbright-ETA grantees are not eligible for the Critical Language Enhancement Award. Each ETA will, however, receive
modified language benefits (part-time and limited Arabic language study opportunities organized by JACEE) during their
10-month ETA teaching assignment in Jordan. Each ETA will be offered two sessions (Fall and Winter; or Winter and Spring)
in colloquial ('amiyya) Arabic in the late afternoons at the Qasid Institute and limited funding for private and independent
Arabic language tutoring during the course of the grant assignment. This part-time and limited Arabic language benefit should
not conflict with the assigned teaching responsibilities throughout the 10-month ETA grant period.
Grant period: 10 months, from September 2013 through June 2014. Fulbright ETAs will be required to attend and participate
in a one-week in-country orientation program, scheduled for the 2nd through the 6th of September 2013. In addition, all
grantees are required to attend a Pre-departure Orientation in Washington DC in mid-to-late June 2013 as a condition of their
grants.
Candidate profile : Applicants should hold, at a minimum, a Bachelor's degree with at least one academic year of
teaching/classroom experience in the U.S. or abroad. The candidate should be well-rounded, mature, articulate, resourceful, and
flexible, and demonstrate the initiative, leadership and confidence required to assist teaching English in a foreign setting. All
academic fields are accepted. Preference will be given to applicants who hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree (or a
combination thereof) in TEFL/Linguistics; Area Studies; International Relations; Political Science; or Bilingual Education.
Nature of assignment: The Fulbright ETA Program requires up to 20 hours per week of part-time English teaching assistance
to permanent teaching staff. At the same time, Teaching Assistants will gain from intensive cross-cultural interaction and
international educational and/or research opportunities at pre-selected Jordanian institutions. Independent study or research, that
does not conflict with assigned teaching responsibilities, is encouraged.
Dependents: Although candidates with dependents are discouraged from applying, a small supplementary allowance will be
provided for those with accompanying dependents.
Residency permits: All grantees who are staying in Jordan for the 10-month ETA assignment are required to obtain a
Residency Permit. JACEE will process all residency permits for its grantees. All grantees will take the HIV test at one of the
Ministry of Health clinics as part of the Residency Permit requirements. HIV tests from the U.S. are not accepted. JACEE, as a
courtesy, will assist the grantee in locating appropriate housing.
Contact: [email protected] and [email protected]
Website: www.fulbright-jordan.org
Kazakhstan
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Knowledge of Russian or Kazakh language may be necessary. Language proficiency commensurate with the
purposes of the Fulbright Program and sufficient to carry out the proposed course of study or research is expected by the
beginning date of the grant.
Grant period: 10 months. The academic year begins in September and ends in June, with a winter break.
Research clearance: Not needed, though some archives and libraries may require official letters from the U.S. Mission in
Kazakhstan.
Affiliation: Applicants are encouraged to arrange affiliation and submit letters of invitation. Otherwise, they may indicate
preferences for affiliation if an invitation is not available. When applicants do not indicate a host institution preference, the
Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Consulate General in Almaty will seek the most appropriate placements.
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Language: A basic knowledge of spoken Russian or Kazakh is preferred, but not required.
Grant period: 10 months. ETA assignments will last from early September through mid-June in accordance with
Kazakhstan's academic year. In addition, all grantees may be required to attend a Pre-departure Orientation in mid-June 2013 as a
condition of their grants.
Candidate profile : Applications are welcome from articulate and flexible graduating seniors, recent graduates or Master's
students who demonstrate a high level of maturity and the initiative to teach English at the secondary level. Candidates must be
native English-speakers and without dependents. Candidates with degrees in English, Education or TEFL/applied linguistics,
are preferred, but candidates from all majors are welcome to apply. Some previous teaching/tutoring experience is preferred.
Nature of assignment: ETAs will be placed in one or two cities outside the capital cities of Astana and Almaty. All affiliation
arrangements will be made by the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Consulate General in Almaty.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: https://kazakhstan.usembassy.gov/ and https://www.facebook.com/almaty.usconsulate
Kenya
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: English; however, Kiswahili and/or other languages may be useful outside of Nairobi.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Nairobi.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels will be considered. Graduating seniors must have a well-organized and
strongly supported project and possess the maturity and independence necessary to conduct research in Kenya.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an appropriate host institution. It is strongly
recommended that applicants identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they include affiliation letters with
their Fulbright applications. Fulbright fellows affiliate with a university department as graduate students for non-credit
coursework, or as research associates who may teach in a classroom at the department's discretion. Affiliation with Kenyan
government ministries or research institutions is also acceptable.
Special considerations: Many Kenyan universities have constituent colleges outside of Nairobi with acute capacity-building
needs. In order to help alleviate these concerns, candidates are strongly encouraged to consider affiliations with these colleges
wherever possible.
Research Clearance: The following website details the Kenyan process for obtaining a research permit:
http://www.kenyaembassy.com/rentry.aspx. It is important to start early and work with your host institution to ensure
you have the proper documentation to begin research.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$300 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://nairobi.usembassy.gov
FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Swahili and English are the official languages in Kenya. A working knowledge of Swahili is necessary especially
if placed in the Coastal region. Candidates interested in learning African languages, e.g., Kiswahili, and Kenyan culture and
history are encouraged to apply.
Grant period: 9 months. The academic year begins in January and ends in November. Kenyan schools close for holidays in
April, August and December. A mandatory in-country orientation will be provided by the U.S. Embassy in Kenya.
Candidate profile : Graduating seniors or graduate students with an undergraduate degree in English or education and who
have experience teaching or tutoring are preferred. Candidates with the ability to incorporate or organize extracurricular
activities - such as sports, arts, and debate - are encouraged to apply. Candidates with experience in life skills, guidance and
counseling and other practical skills such as home economics will have an added advantage.
Affiliation: Placement will be at the following host institutions:
Ummul Qura Education Center, Nairobi: The Center was started in 1998 to provide opportunities for
non-formal teachers (teachers who attended Arabic media universities) to attend classes and improve their
English language. The college provides courses on Islamic religious education for both pre-primary and primary
school teachers. Teachers graduating from this college qualify to teach Islamic Religious Education in nursery and
primary schools. Apart from training school teachers, the college also trains Madrassah teachers in modern
teaching techniques. The college also offers courses in Early Childhood Development at Certificate and Diploma
levels to prepare teachers for nursery schools.
The New Horizon College, Malindi: The New Horizon College was established in 2002 to enhance English
language competencies at the secondary school level to enable students to improve their academic performance.
The center provides students with opportunities to continue with their education and also acquire professional
skills. Courses offered include: English language classes; Remedial classes; Computer studies classes; Business
studies; Community development; Secretarial courses; and, Early Childhood development courses.
Nature of assignment: Approximately 20 hours per week assisting lecturers in their classrooms, plus requisite class
preparation time and school-related activities. ETAs may assist in a variety of academic formats from one-on-one tutoring to coteaching large groups to improve the English academic reading and writing skills of secondary school students for whom
English is the medium of instruction at school. They will also participate in visits, discussions, experimental programs, essay
contests and debates. ETAs will be assigned as language-learning assistants, but will not be responsible for teaching entire
courses. Placement will be at the college undergraduate level, with outreach to schools that have received sponsorship under
other U.S. government programs.
Housing: The U.S. Embassy will work with host institutions to assist ETAs to identify and secure housing.
Website: http://nairobi.usembassy.gov
FULBRIGHT-FOGARTY FELLOWSHIPS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
Affiliation: USAID AMPATH Partnership, Moi University School of Medicine, Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital
U.S. partner: Brown University
Contact: Dr. E. Jane Carter [email protected]
Eligibility: Post-third year medical school; Ph.D. candidates in the latter years of their programs, post-Master's level. Dental
school or veterinary school doctoral degree candidates must have completed their basic science courses and one year of a
clinical clerkship prior to the start of the fellowship year.
Project descriptions: USAID AMPATH has five research working groups: Pediatrics, Adult, Public Health, Tuberculosis and
Reproductive Health. At any time there are between 20-30 projects ongoing in each working group. Please contact site PI for
more specific details. Examples of long-term projects that the fellow could be involved in are:
USAID PEPFAR-funded, Intensified Case Finding for Tuberculosis- Intensified Case Finding Program (Cough
Monitor Program) has been funded and in continuous existence over the last 4 years. Ongoing evaluations in
this program include best screening questions for predicting tuberculosis, modeling of continuous versus
intermittent ICF in decreasing incidence of tuberculosis, and incorporation of screening algorithms for children in
ICF programs.
USAID PEPFAR-funded, Community based DOTS for MultiDrug Resistant TB - A community based MDR
treatment program has been in effect for the last three years. Evaluation of home infection control as well as
pharmacovigilance programs are under development.
Lifespan and USAID-funded, Fluoroquinolone Use and Tuberculosis Drug Resistance in the Developing
World- Fluoroquinolones are the backbone of MDR Treatment and represent the only hope presently on the
horizon for shortening therapy. However, due to their broad spectrum of antibiotic action they are used for
many indications. Mono-Treatment with a Fluoroquinolone in unsuspected TB for as little as 10 days can lead
to Fluoroquinolone resistant TB. The study is ongoing to evaluate the link between broad use of
Fluoroquinolone in the developing world and Fluoroquinolone resistance.
USAID PEPFAR-funded, Diabetes Care in the Developing World- Diabetes in the developing world was
formerly a death sentence. AMPTH has developed diabetes care clinics at multiple sites and now work with
over 3000 diabetic patients. Studies are ongoing for evaluation of risk factors for diabetes as well as best
management programs for diabetic care in the developing world.
OSCAR (Orphans and Separated Children Assessment Research) Health and Well Being Project- Oscar is an
NIH R0-1funded 5 year longitudinal observational study of a cohort of 4000 children who are either actually or
virtually orphaned or separated. This longitudinal study is stratified by care site (extended family, street youth,
orphanage) to evaluate outcomes - medical and social. The aim is to determine best care setting to promote
child development.
USAID PEPFAR supplement funded, HIV biodiversity- Long-term studies continue at our site to track both
incidence and risk factors for HIV drug resistance.
Affiliation: University of Nairobi Kenya
Medical Research Institute
U.S. partner: University of Washington
Contact: Dr. Carey Farquhar [email protected]
International AIDS Research and Training Program
[email protected]
Eligibility: Candidates must be medical students or graduate students in Ph.D. programs in health sciences.
Project descriptions:
Research and training activities available for fellow participation focus on HIV/AIDS and include the projects listed
below.
- HIV-1 and Protective Immunity against Common Childhood Pathogens
- Cervical Dysplasia in HIV-Positive Women on Antiretroviral Therapy in Kenya
- Building Capacity of Infant HIV-1 Vaccine Clinical Trial Centres in Nairobi, Kenya and Fajara, The Gambia
- Effect of Long-lasting Insecticide-treated Bed Nets and a Point-of-use Water Purification Device on HIV Disease
Progression in Kenya
- Molecular Basis of Nontyphoidal Salmonella Emergence
- Mechanisms and Cofactors of HIV Transmission to Women
- Optimizing Pediatric HIV Therapy
- Parallel Comparison of Tenofovir and Emtricitabine/Tenofovir Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis to Prevent HIV-1 Acquisition
within HIV-1 Discordant Couples
- Protective Cellular Immune Responses in HIV-1 Discordant Couples
- Empiric Therapy of Helminth Co-infection to Reduce HIV-1 Disease Progression
- STI Etiologic Surveillance Among HIV-infected Adults in Care Programs
For project descriptions, see the University of Washington-Kenya Research Program website
Kosovo
1 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANT
Language: Knowledge of Albanian or Serbian is helpful, but not expected.
Grant period: 10 months. September through June.
Candidate profile: Candidates at all degree levels are considered.
Affiliation: Applicants are encouraged to arrange affiliation and submit letters of invitation. If an invitation is not available,
they may indicate preferences for affiliation. When applicants do not indicate a host institution preference, the Public Affairs
Section of the U.S. Embassy will seek the most appropriate placements.
1 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIP
Language: Knowledge of Albanian or Serbian is helpful, but not expected.
Grant period: 10 months. September through June. In addition, all grantees are required to attend a Pre-departure Orientation
in Washington DC in mid-July 2013 as a condition of their grants.
Candidate profile: Well-rounded, articulate candidates at all degree levels with an interest in international education and the
initiative to teach conversational English at all levels are accepted. Undergraduate degrees in the humanities and social sciences,
with a focus on English, American studies, or education, are preferred. Successful candidates will not just be teaching English,
but explaining the U.S. to local citizens who have little contextual understanding of America. Previous teaching experience is not
required but is helpful. Applicants must be native English-speakers.
Nature of assignment: Placement is primarily at high schools. Grantees will teach under the supervision of an experienced
English instructor and will serve as a resource for conversation, vocabulary, and reading and writing courses. Grantees may also be
involved with some educational advising and outreach.
Supplementary project: Grantees are expected to engage in other activities related to their personal, career, and/or
educational interests. This may be an independent study/research project or other activity, which will not conflict with assigned
teaching and advising responsibilities. Applicants should include a brief description of their supplementary projects in their
Statements of Grant Purpose.
Website: http://pristina.usembassy.gov
Kuwait
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: A proficient level of Arabic is required to conduct research. It is strongly recommended that candidates who want
to study Arabic in
Kuwait have a minimum of two years of prior Arabic study at a recognized institution at the time of application. Candidates
who are not proficient in
Arabic should be aware that English language offerings at universities are
limited.
Grant Period: 10 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the
U.S. Embassy in
Kuwait. In addition, all grantees are required to attend a Pre-departure Orientation in Washington DC in mid-June 2013 as a
condition of their
grants.
Candidate Profile: Candidates at all degree levels and proposals in all disciplines will be considered. Strong consideration
will be given to
English language professionals; candidates focusing on issues related to people with disabilities and learning differences;
health, medicine, and
fitness; and environmental issues. Ideal candidates should have a distinctive research project dealing with a subject that
can be reasonably
accomplished in ten months. Candidates with language facility and with cross-cultural experience will find their
research more effectively
accomplished and their Fulbright experience enhanced. Candidates who present research projects showing specific knowledge of
Kuwait, the Gulf, the Arab world, and Islam, for example, will have a better grasp of research possibilities.
Affiliation: It is strongly recommended that applicants identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they
include affiliation
letters with their Fulbright applications. In addition to the government-run Kuwait University (KU), private universities
such as the American
University of Kuwait (AUK) and the Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST) may also be considered as host
institutions. Moreover,
there are a number of government agencies, quasi-governmental institutions, and civil society organizations that may be open to
hosting Fulbright
students, particularly in the fields and disciplines specified in the candidate profile. However, the U.S. Embassy in
Kuwait makes the final arrangements in placing grantees at the appropriate institutions.
General Comments: Candidates should be prepared to live among local students and accept the conservative mores of
Kuwaiti society.
Compared to U.S. standards, opportunities for social life outside the university are limited,
particularly for women.
Dependents: Kuwaiti institutions typically do not authorize spouses or families to accompany students. However, situations
are decided on a
case-by-case basis. If approved, the grant is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$200
per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://kuwait.usembassy.gov
Kyrgyzstan
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Knowledge of either Kyrgyz or Russian is desirable but not required. Language proficiency commensurate with the
purposes of the Fulbright Program and sufficient to carry out the proposed course of study or research is expected by the
beginning date of the grant.
Grant period: 10 months. The academic year begins in September and ends in June, including a winter break. It is preferable to
arrive in the end of August to have time to find appropriate accommodation and get on-site orientation. Academic institutions are
closed during the summer months. If the research includes field studies during the summer, the grantee can plan to begin the grant
in January.
Affiliation: Applicants are encouraged to arrange affiliation and submit letters of invitation. Otherwise, they may indicate
preferences for affiliation if an invitation is not available. When applicants do not indicate a host institution preference, the
Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Bishkek will seek the most appropriate placements.
Research clearance: Not needed, though some archives require official letters from the U.S. Embassy
Candidate Profile: Candidates at all degree levels are considered.
Housing: Housing arrangements will be made with the assistance of the Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy or
the host organization. Upon arrival, grantees will stay in an hotel for 3-4 days before moving into an apartment or staying with a
local family.
2 ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Basic knowledge of Kyrgyz or Russian is helpful, but not required.
Grant period: 10 months. English Teaching Assistants (ETAs) will arrive in late August 2012 to participate in an orientation
in Bishkek, that will include basic Russian language training and culture classes for two weeks prior to teaching. Additional
Russian language classes are available throughout the grant period. ETAs will begin assistant teaching in their respective
schools from September 1, 2012 through May 30, 2013 in accordance with Kyrgyzstan's academic year. In addition,
grantees may be required to attend a Pre-departure Orientation in mid-June of 2012 as a condition of their grants.
Candidate profile : Applications are welcome from articulate and flexible graduating seniors, recent graduates or Master's
students who demonstrate a high level of maturity and the initiative to teach English at the secondary level. Candidates must be
native English -speakers and without dependents. Candidates with degrees in English, Education or TEFL/applied linguistics,
are preferred, but candidates from all majors are welcome to apply. Some previous teaching/tutoring experience is preferred.
Affiliation: All affiliation arrangements will be made by the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Kyrgyzstan. ETAs
will be placed in Bishkek.
Nature of assignment: Approximately 16-20 hours per week of in-classroom assistant-teaching is expected, plus all class
preparation time and additional school-related activities. ETAs will generally assistant-teach conversational English and some
composition to early high school students. ETAs may also elect to register for a course at the "Lingua" school, a
teacher-training center in Bishkek, to improve their teaching skills. Under the guidance of the Public Affairs Office, students
will also have the opportunity to participate in community outreach and cultural activities such as directing reading and
conversation groups at the secondary level, conducting trainings and making presentations. Alumni of other U. S.
Government-sponsored programs, such as the English Language Fellows program, will act as local mentors as available.
Additional resources for ETAs include strong English-teaching associations in country.
Housing: Housing arrangements will be made with the assistance of the Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in
Kyrgyzstan. Upon arrival, ETAs will stay in an hotel for 3-4 days before moving into an apartment or staying with a local
family.
Laos
2 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Knowledge of Lao is encouraged, but not required. Applicants without Lao language skills should include plans
for language study in their Statements of Grant Purpose. Grantees without Lao language skills must study Lao concurrent with
their research after arriving in Laos. Grant period: 10 months.
Affiliation: It is strongly recommended that applicants identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they
include affiliation letters with their Fulbright applications. The U.S. Embassy will assist in facilitating the affiliations for
candidates who have been officially awarded grants.
4 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: All instruction is in English, but some Lao will be needed. Intensive Lao language instruction will be provided
during the in-country orientation program.
Candidate profile : Applicants should be mature, articulate graduating seniors and Master's level students who are committed
to working and living in a Lao university setting. Applicants must be native English- speakers. No previous teaching
experience is required.
Grant period: Assistantships are for 11 months, including a 6-week orientation in Vientiane. All grantees are required to
begin their grants in August 2013 in order to attend the orientation program. English Teaching Assistants will be placed at the
host institution from September 2013 to July 2014.
Nature of assignment: Approximately 20 hours per week of classroom assistant-teaching at the National University of Laos,
plus requisite class preparation time are expected. English Teaching Assistants will also organize language-related
cross-cultural student activities. All affiliation arrangements will be made by the U.S. Embassy in Vientiane.
Independent study: No research or independent study is required. English Teaching Assistantships are not study/research
awards and teaching takes most of the grantees' time. In applying, the Statement of Grant Purpose should focus on why the
applicant wishes to teach English in Laos and how to make it a memorable cultural experience. Housing: Housing
arrangements will be facilitated by the host institutions.
Ineligibility: For Full and ETA grants: Candidates currently residing in Laos (or those who will be living there during the
2012-2013 academic year) will not be considered.
Dependents: For Full and ETA grants: No dependent allowance is available. ETAs may not be accompanied by
dependents.
Website: http://vientiane.usembassy.gov
Latvia
4 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: A working knowledge of Latvian or Russian in certain regions is useful, but not required unless necessary for the
successful completion of the project. Independent grantees may not need Latvian language skills, but students enrolled in
institutions which teach in Latvian need to be able to follow lectures. Certain programs in Latvian higher institutions are taught in
English.
Grant period: 9 months, September through June.
Candidate profile: Candidates at all degree levels are accepted, but graduate-level students are preferred.
Fields of study not recommended: Medicine.
Affiliation: Applicants are encouraged to arrange affiliation and submit letters of invitation. Otherwise, they may indicate
preferences for affiliation if an invitation is not available. When applicants do not indicate a host institution preference, the
Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy will seek the most appropriate placements.
Special opportunities: A number of archives, libraries, museums, and research centers are available for research in the fields
of history, music, Latvian language, and political science.
Dependents: No dependents. What does this mean?
1 ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIP
Language: A working knowledge of Latvian or Russian in certain regions is useful, but not required.
Grant period: 9 months, September through June.
Candidate profile: Well-rounded articulate candidates at all degree levels with an interest in international education and the
initiative to teach conversational English at all levels. Undergraduate degrees in the humanities and social sciences, with a focus on
English, American Studies, or Education, are preferred. Previous teaching experience is not required, but is helpful.
Applicants must be native English-speakers.
Fields of study not recommended: Medicine and hard science.
Nature of assignment:
Grantee will be placed as an English Teaching Assistant at a university outside of Riga. The assignment will depend on the
respective university's needs and will not exceed 20 hours per week of teaching English and 10 hours per week working at the
American Corner. Details of the assignment will develop from direct communication between the selected candidate and
designated host institution.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: http://riga.usembassy.gov
Lesotho
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: English, although Sesotho may be needed for research conducted in rural areas.
Academic year: August through May.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Maseru.
Applicants: Candidates at all degree levels will be considered.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an educational or research institution. It is strongly
recommended that they identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they include affiliation letters with their
Fulbright applications.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $200 per month for one accompanying dependent; by US$300 per month for two or
more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://maseru.usembassy.gov
Lithuania
3 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: A working knowledge of Lithuanian is helpful, but not required unless necessary for the successful completion of
the project. Students enrolled in regular studies at universities need to be able to follow lectures in Lithuanian. Knowledge of
Russian may be helpful.
Grant period: 9 months, September through June 15th.
Candidate profile: Graduate-level students are accepted. Applications will be considered from well-qualified individuals in all
fields, provided that projects are possible in Lithuanian institutions of higher education or make use of Lithuanian archival
sources. Preference is given to research that addresses issues significant to contemporary Lithuania, such as political science,
regional security, economic reform and related issues, humanities, and social and technical sciences. Excellent opportunities
exist for the study of applied arts, Lithuanian language, literature, and folklore.
Affiliation: Applicants are encouraged to arrange affiliation and submit letters of invitation. Checking university websites at
http://www.on.lt/hedu2.htm is strongly recommended to get more information on university programs.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$200 per month for
two or more accompanying dependents. Website: www.vilnius.usembassy.gov
Luxembourg
2 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Proficiency in spoken and written French or German commensurate with the project needs is required before the
grant begins. Some projects may not have a language requirement due to the fact that the University of Luxembourg operates in
three languages: French, German and English.
Grant period: Nine months. September/October to June/July.
Factors affecting eligibility: U.S. students currently residing in Luxembourg are ineligible for consideration.
Affiliation: Candidates are responsible for arranging their own host affiliation. Preliminary contacts with, and letters of
support from, host institutions are acceptable at the time of application. Degrees are not normally obtainable in one year.
Graduating seniors will be expected to enroll in courses at the University of Luxembourg. Archives and libraries of
international organizations in Luxembourg are open only to well-qualified advanced students.
Specific program/country considerations: Fulbright Grants to Luxembourg are only for study at Luxembourger institutions.
Applications cannot be made for the European Union program by entering the Luxembourg competition.
2 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Basic/beginner level proficiency in French, German or Luxembourgish is strongly recommended.
Academic year: September/October to June/July. Fulbright Fellows arrive in Luxembourg about September 15.
Candidate profile: Candidates should be well-rounded, articulate, and have the initiative required to teach English
conversation at the University of Luxembourg. Assistants teach approximately 12 hours per week and may be able to take
limited courses. Preference is given to candidates who plan careers in teaching French, German, or Luxembourgish.
Nature of assignment: The U.S. Embassy, Public Affairs Section, will confirm placement for the grantee. Details of
assignment will be subject to communication between the Embassy and the school and based on the academic profile of the
selected candidate and the school's needs.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: http://Luxembourg.USEmbassy.gov/
Macau
1 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANT
Language: A minimum of one year of Mandarin or Cantonese is recommended.
Grant period: Grantees begin in August or September 2013, subject to the approval of the U.S. Consulate in Hong Kong.
Affiliation: Candidates will affiliate with Macau universities. Applicants should identify appropriate host institutions for their
projects and include affiliation letters with their Fulbright applications. The U.S. Consulate in Hong Kong will assist in
facilitating the affiliations for candidates who have been officially awarded grants. Dependents: No dependent allowance is
available.
Ineligibility: Applicants currently residing in China, Hong Kong, or Macau (or those who will be living there during the
2012-2013 academic year) will not be considered.
Website: http://hongkong.usconsulate.gov/pas_cultural.html#fulbright
8 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: No Cantonese or Mandarin language skills are required. All instruction is in English.
Grant period: 10 months. All grantees must attend an in-country orientation in August 2013. The school year begins in
September and runs through June 2014.
Candidate profile : Applicants should be mature, articulate graduating seniors and Master's level students who are committed
to working and living in a Macau university setting. ETAs may not be accompanied by dependents. Applicants must be native
English-speakers. No previous teaching experience is required.
Nature of assignment: Approximately 20 hours per week of classroom teaching plus requisite class preparation time is
expected. English Teaching Assistants (ETAs) will also organize language-related cross-cultural student activities. ETAs will
receive training in Chinese and EFL Teaching Methods during the orientations. Housing: Housing arrangements will be
facilitated by the host institution.
Ineligibility: Applicants currently residing in China, Hong Kong, or Macau (or those who will be living there during the
2012-2013 academic year) will not be considered.
Website: http://hongkong.usconsulate.gov/pas_cultural.html#fulbright
Macedonia
2 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: A working knowledge of Macedonian and/or Albanian commensurate with the project is desirable by the
beginning date of the grant.
Grant period: 9 months, September to May.
Candidate profile: Candidates at all degree levels are considered. Preference will be given to proposals that address issues of
particular concern to Macedonia, such as economic development, civil society, political system, public services, rule of law,
human rights, media and journalism, conflict resolution, agricultural sciences, medical sciences and information technology
studies.
Affiliation: Applicants are encouraged to arrange affiliation and submit letters of invitation. If an invitation is not available,
they may indicate preferences for affiliation. When applicants do not indicate a host institution preference, the Public Affairs
Section of the U.S. Embassy will seek the most appropriate placements.
2 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Knowledge of Macedonian or Albanian is helpful, but not expected.
Grant period: 9 months, September to May. Pending confirmation In addition, all grantees are required to attend a
Pre-departure Orientation in Washington DC in mid-July 2013 as a condition of their grants.
Candidate profile: Well-rounded, articulate candidates at all degree levels with an interest in international education and the
initiative to teach conversational English at all levels are accepted. Undergraduate degrees in the humanities and social sciences,
with a focus on English, American studies, or education, are preferred. Successful candidates will not just be teaching English,
but explaining the U.S. to local citizens who have little contextual understanding of America. Previous teaching experience is not
required, but is helpful. Applicants must be native English-speakers.
Nature of assignment: Placement is primarily at universities, but may be in schools or other venues where English language
instruction is needed. Grantees will teach under the supervision of an experienced English instructor and will serve as a
resource for conversation, vocabulary, and reading and writing courses. Grantees may also be involved with some educational
advising and outreach.
Supplementary project: Grantees are expected to engage in other activities related to their personal, career, and/or
educational interests. This may be an independent study/research project or other activity, which will not conflict with assigned
teaching and advising responsibilities. Applicants should include a brief description of their supplementary projects in their
Statements of Grant Purpose.
Website: http://macedonia.usembassy.gov
Malawi
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: English. Knowledge of the local language where one will be researching is an added advantage. However, a
researcher can comfortably depend on an interpreter or translator.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright Grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Lilongwe.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels will be considered. Candidates should be mature, independent and
self-motivated.
Affiliation: Fulbright Fellows affiliate with the constituent colleges of the University of Malawi or Mzuzu University, various
Malawian government ministries, and the Center for Social Research. Applicants may seek affiliation with any of the three
options mentioned above. However, candidates are strongly encouraged not to pay any affiliation fees until they are formally
offered a Fulbright award. The National Commission for Science and Technology, National Research Council of Malawi
(NRCM) promotes and coordinates all research activities at the national level and ensures that research projects are geared to
national development needs and goals.
Research clearance: An application for research clearance, together with complete biographical information, must be
submitted early enough to reach the appropriate research coordinator at least six months before the date the applicant intends to
conduct the research. Special permits might be required when conducting HIV/AIDS research. This permission is obtained
through a special committee.
General comments: Applied research receives priority over purely academic research. Preference is given to research that will
directly benefit Malawi and to projects that involve local people and institutions as a way to build local capacity in research.
Applicants should indicate how their research will directly benefit Malawi and involve local people and institutions.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$300 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://malawi.usembassy.gov
FULBRIGHT-FOGARTY FELLOWSHIPS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
Location: Lilongwe, Malawi
Affiliation: UNC Project- Malawi, Lilongwe.
U.S. partner: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
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[email protected]
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Eligibility: Medical students who will have completed 3 years of medical school at the time the fellowship starts or students in
epidemiology programs with preference given to those who have at least an MPH. We also accept current residents (medicine,
pediatrics, surgery, OB-GYN).
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Sexually transmitted infections; prevention of mother to child transmission of HIV (PMTCT); antiretroviral
treatment (ART); tuberculosis diagnosis; family planning, obstetric fistula repair, cancer registry and hospital
admissions (medicine, surgery and obstetrics). Through these activities and their existing databases, a wide
variety of research questions can be supported. Additionally, UNC Project will be responsible for the roll-out of
laboratory services for the country for the next 5 years.
Rolling out universal ART for pregnant and breastfeeding women and evaluation of the impact on HIV
transmission to the infant. The proposed position will work closely with the existing monitoring and evaluation
team to answer operational issues related to the rollout of PMTCT and ART activities and best practices for the
integration of additional services, including tuberculosis screening, family planning and laboratory services.
Research activities will include cost effectiveness evaluation of novel programs such as: point of care testing,
modification of ART eligibility guidelines, recruitment and retention strategies such as cell phone reminders, and
evaluation of the impact of such programs if expanded nationally.
Development of optimal screening algorithms using new technologies. Drug resistance to common tuberculosis
treatment is increasing but the extent of resistance in Malawi is under investigation. UNC Project has developed
more sensitive diagnostic testing capacity but it is unclear how these tests should be integrated into the TB
program. Research activities will include development of optimal screening algorithms using technologies.
The Malawi ART program, initiated in 2004, has now evolved to provide more comprehensive integrated
services including family planning, cervical cancer screening, pre-ART care including Isoniazid prophylaxis,
and other prevention health programs including mosquito bed net distribution. Previous projects have included
evaluation of uptake of family planning services including IUCD, evaluation of criteria for treatment failure and
reasons for loss to follow-up in both pre-ART and post-ART care. Fellows may develop projects focused on
program evaluation of existing services or models of integration within the program.
The UNC Project is a part of the ACTG, IMPAACT, MTN, HPTN, CHAVI, IPM and Malaria Vaccine
Initiative networks and has participated in many network studies. Under some circumstances,
trainees may become involved with site specific projects related to a network study.
Malaysia
5 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Proficiency in Malay is not required. However, applicants proposing to do research requiring extensive contact
with local populations and/or the study of Malay language texts must have a competence in Bahasa Malay. Applicants without
Malay language skills should include plans for language study in their Fulbright projects. Projects involving extensive
interviewing, especially in rural areas, will require more advanced language skills. Applicants should be aware of this and
incorporate language study into their proposals, if necessary. Grant period: 10 months.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels are considered. Candidates must be willing and able to work with a high
degree of independence.
Field of study restriction: Applications are accepted for all fields. Sensitive topics may include certain aspects of
environmental management, race relations, and religion, but well-thought-out projects in these fields will be considered. If in
doubt about a topic, applicants should contact the Fulbright Commission.
Ineligibility: Candidates currently residing in Malaysia (or those who will be living there during the 2012-2013 academic year)
will not be considered.
Contact: [email protected] or [email protected]
Website: http://www.macee.org.my/
75 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: No Malay language skills are required. ETAs will be given training in basic Malay during the orientation in
Malaysia. In line with the program's objectives, English Teaching Assistants (ETAs) are expected to speak only English in
their assigned schools.
Grant period: 10 months (January-November), beginning with a mandatory orientation in Malaysia in January 2014.
Candidate profile : Applicants should be mature and articulate graduating seniors, recent graduates, or Master's students,
preferably under 30. Candidates must be native English-speakers. Candidates need to be adaptable, flexible, independent,
and must enjoy working with children.
Nature of assignment: ETAs will be assigned to primary and secondary schools in the states of Terengganu, Pahang, and
Johor, primarily in small towns and rural areas. Approximately 15-20 hours per week will be spent in the classroom assisting
English teachers and leading English activities. An additional 5-10 hours will be devoted to participating in or leading
school-related activities, clubs, teams, etc.
Independent study: This program is essentially for teaching. Facilities and resources for independent study and research will
be very limited. ETAs will be free to pursue their own interests after school and on weekends, but should not count on access to
necessary research facilities.
Housing: Housing arrangements will be made for grantees with the assistance of the Fulbright Commission and the host state
government. Grantees should expect simple but adequate Malaysian accommodation which may not be of U.S. standards. Most
ETAs will be housed in shared apartments or houses, while some will be in staff quarters of residential (boarding) schools.
Dependents: ETAs may not be accompanied by dependents.
Contact: [email protected] or [email protected]
Website: http://www.macee.org.my/
Mali
PROGRAM NOT AVAILABLE FOR 2013.
Language: Proficiency in written and spoken French is required at the time of application.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Bamako.
Affiliation: Applicants are responsible for arranging affiliations and for submitting supporting documentation. Possible
affiliations include the University of Bamako, one of the several research institutes or international development organizations in
Mali, or non-governmental organizations working in rural Mali.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent; by US$300 per month for two or
more accompanying dependents.
Research Clearance: The research clearance process should be initiated after a candidate has been notified of selection for a
Fulbright award. To obtain a research permit, students must send the following documents: a) A research request letter, b)
Three recent, passport-size color photos, c) A copy of the research proposal, d) Fee (cfa 10,000 plus cfa 200 stamp fee), and e)
Letter of invitation or evidence of affiliation from the host institution, to:
Director of the National Center of Scientific and Technological Research
Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (Research Permits)
Street 268 Door 238 N'Golonina-Bozola
PO Box 3052 Bamako, Mali
Tel: 011-223-2021 9085
Fax: (011-223) 2021 8446 or 2021 6698,
e-mail: [email protected]
Further details on the research application process may be obtained at http://www.cnrst.edu.ml.
Website: http://mali.usembassy.gov
Malta
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Candidates wishing to study or do research in Malta may only apply for the European Union program, as described.
2 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Maltese language is not required. Grant
period: 9 months, October to June.
Candidate profile: Applications from students at all degree levels will be accepted, but strong preference will be given to
applicants already possessing a BA degree at the time of application. Master's level candidates with the initiative, maturity, and
self-reliance needed to assist in teaching English language and American studies to Maltese students in university, high school, and
elementary school environments are encouraged to apply, as are applicants with teaching experience.
Nature of assignment: Details of assignments will be subject to communication between the U.S. Embassy, Malta's Ministry
of Education and the University of Malta. The Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship (ETA) Program aims to strengthen
English language and English/American studies instruction at Maltese educational institutions by providing a native-speaker
presence in the classroom, between 12 and 16 teaching hours per week. ETAs assist permanent teaching staff at the University
of Malta and at Maltese primary and secondary schools. The ETA program placement and schedule may vary from one
academic year to the next.
General comments: In addition to their English Teaching Assistant activities, grantees may enroll in academic courses each
semester, if the assignment permits such activity, or engage in independent research related to their fields of study. These
activities, combined with the Teaching Assistant responsibilities, will comprise a full-time program. Each host institution will
tailor the assistantship to its language teaching needs and the grantee's background, academic interests, and abilities. ETAs may
volunteer to work with local NGOs engaged in teaching English to third-country refugees and asylum seekers resident in Malta in
an effort to encourage their integration into Maltese society and/or prepare them for resettlement in other European countries or the
U.S.
Dependents: Dependents cannot be accommodated in this program.
Contact: U.S. Embassy, Malta: [email protected]
Website: For more information on Malta and the University of Malta: http://www.visitmalta.com/main ;
http://www.um.edu.mt
Mauritius
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: English is the official national language, principal language of instruction, and the only language needed for
research on most contemporary topics. However, a working knowledge of French is useful. French is needed to conduct
historical research. Creole is useful for field studies.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Port Louis. If affiliated with the University of Mauritius, grantees should be informed that semester dates are July December and January - June.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels will be considered. The University of Mauritius has expressed its wish to
welcome more Ph.D. candidates to support its expansion both in terms of number of students and also of the courses offered.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an appropriate host institution. It is strongly
recommended that they identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they include affiliation letters with their
Fulbright applications. Most research projects will be carried out in conjunction with the university. Candidates with an
academic affiliation should contact the Dean of the Faculty to obtain clearance and/or clarification of the specific research area.
While candidates may be able to take university coursework, independent research should be the primary grant activity.
General Comments: Preference is given to projects that directly support Mauritius and/or enhance Mauritian-U.S. relations.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $200 per month for one accompanying dependent; by US$300 per month for two or
more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://mauritius.usembassy.govFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/usembassy.portlouis
Mexico
27 FULBRIGHT/GARCIA ROBLES GRANTS
Language: Intermediate to fluent or advanced Spanish is strongly recommended.
Grant period: 10 months. Grant start dates should correspond with the academic semester (August/September or
December/January). The program starts with an orientation in Mexico City at the end of August 2013 organized by the
Fulbright Mexican Commission (COMEXUS). Attendance at the orientation is mandatory for all grantees, regardless of
program start date.
Ineligibility: Applies to all grants: Candidates residing in Mexico for non-academic activities in the year prior to beginning the
grant are not eligible.
Fields of study: All areas except Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, and Dentistry.
Affiliation: Candidates who plan to conduct research for theses or dissertations should provide a letter of approval from their
thesis adviser at their home institution. Applicants must also affiliate with a Mexican academic institution, primarily a
university, research institution, or NGO, and should secure a letter of affiliation. Those applicants who are selected as grantees
and who do not have confirmation from an appropriate Mexican host institution may be assisted by COMEXUS to identify and
negotiate an affiliation with a Mexican institution or university.
General comments: COMEXUS is especially interested in attracting students pursuing fieldwork or internships in public
administration or public policy (see below). Additional fields of interest for COMEXUS are projects addressing issues of
relevance to U.S.-Mexican relations, including culture, economic integration, society and politics, migration, trade policy,
ecological issues, human rights, education, public health, and border issues. COMEXUS also supports projects in the arts (both
Performance and Fine Arts) that create and enhance dialogue between the U.S. and Mexican arts communities. Students
conducting research in the areas of science and technology are also welcome to apply.
Visa requirements: For all awards: candidates must have a Visa Authorization from a Mexican Consulate before entering the
country on a Fulbright scholarship. COMEXUS will process the visa for the grantees and their dependents prior to their arrival
in Mexico. Once in country, the grantees and their dependents must trade in their visa for a Tarjeta de No Immigrante
Cooperante within 30 days of arriving in Mexico. Those candidates possessing dual U.S. and Mexican nationality are required by
Mexican law to enter Mexico on their Mexican passport and will not receive said visa.
Dependents: Grants are increased by US$150 per month for grantees with one accompanying dependent and by US$250 for
two or more dependents.
2 FULBRIGHT GRADUATE DEGREE GRANTS
Refer to this program in your Statement of Grant Purpose and list under Special Programs on the Fulbright application.
Language: Fluent or advanced Spanish is strongly recommended.
Grant period: Up to 2 academic years for Master's and up to 3 academic years for Doctorate. The program starts with an
orientation in Mexico City at the end of August 2013 organized by COMEXUS. Attendance at the orientation is mandatory for all
grantees, regardless of program start date.
Candidate profile : Candidates seeking to complete a Master's or Ph.D. degree at a Mexican university or qualified academic
institution are encouraged to apply. Applications will be accepted in all fields of study, except Medicine, Veterinary Medicine and
Dentistry. Applications in the areas of Public Policy or Public Administration are particularly welcomed.
Affiliation: Applicants must secure an affiliation with a Mexican university and present a letter of acceptance from the
admissions office of that university prior to receiving the final grant offer. Applicants are responsible for applying directly to
the university's graduate program in addition to the Fulbright Grant.
Special allowances: COMEXUS will offer up to 50,000 pesos per academic year to cover the costs of tuition and other
relevant degree program expenses, as determined by the Commission, to all grantees regardless of the area of study. The
Commission will also assist grantees in obtaining tuition waivers, when possible.
Specific considerations: COMEXUS will support up to four academic semesters (2 years) in Master's and (3 years) six
academic semesters in Doctoral programs. Selected candidates will receive an initial two semesters of funding. Approval of
subsequent financial support will be subject to academic performance and availability of funds. Benefits include monthly
maintenance, tuition, and one round-trip ticket.
3 FULBRIGHT PUBLIC POLICY INITITATIVE GRANTS
Pursuant to the Commission's interest in public policy, the Fulbright Commission will fund three grants specifically for
students conducting fieldwork or research in the areas of public administration or public policy . If you are interested in public
policy and conducting a study/research project in Mexico, refer to this program in your Statement of Grant Purpose and you
will be considered for both the Fulbright/Garcia Robles grants and the Public Policy Initiative Grant. If you are interested in
public policy, refer to this program in your Statement of Grant Purpose and you will be considered for both the
Fulbright/Garcia Robles grants and the Public Policy Initiative Grant. This grant is a sub-category of the Fulbright-García
Robles grant; it is not part of the Fulbright Public Policy Fellowship Program.
10 BINATIONAL BUSINESS INTERNSHIPS
Refer to this program in your Statement of Grant Purpose and list under Special Programs on the Fulbright application.
Language: Excellent spoken and written Spanish is required at the time of application.
Professional and academic affiliation: Following final selection, COMEXUS will arrange the internship placement of
grantees through a trilateral matching process involving participating companies, grantees, and the Commission. In this
process:1. grantees and companies begin bilateral communication and professional interviews.
2.Both the companies and grantees then rank their top three options (grantee/company) in order of preference, and the
Commission secures a compatible match. Applicants do not list an affiliation. Grantees will enroll in courses at either the
Instituto Tecnologico Autonomo de Mexico (ITAM) or the Instituto Tecnologico de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (ITESM)
at the Santa Fe campus location. In the last two years, COMEXUS has placed grantees in the following companies: Ashoka,
Banamex, Banorte, Endeavor, Fondo Unido, Grupo BAL, NAFTA Fund, Nestlé, New Ventures, Procter & Gamble, Prudential
Real Estate Investors, Rothschild Bank, Scotiabank, and Volaris among others. Please note that the list of participating
companies and NGOs is subject to change every year. While the majority of placements are with for-profit companies, each
year there are usually opportunities to work in the non-profit sector, as well.
Grant period: 10 months, September through June. The program starts with an orientation in Mexico City at the end of
August 2013 organized by the Fulbright Commission. Attendance at the orientation is mandatory for all grantees.
Candidate profile : Preference is for applicants with a Bachelor's degree, or who are in graduate study, in the following fields:
business administration, finance, economics, international relations, engineering, law/international law, accounting, or some
other business-related field. Some work experience or significant internships, especially for graduating seniors or recent
graduates, is also preferred. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in other fields, with demonstrated experience and interest in
business, may also be considered. Persons who have completed a master's-level degree and/or who have more than three years’
experience in a preferred field prior to application may be overqualified.
Tuition: All grantees will enroll in two courses per semester at a designated university. University fees are covered by the
grant.
Specific considerations: Applicants should take into consideration that this Fulbright Grant covers maintenance and basic
living expenses in Mexico City, as well as one round- trip air ticket (U.S.-Mexico-U.S.). However, grantees may incur
additional expenses related to working in a business environment that are not covered by the grant. It is highly recommended to
enter the program with some additional savings to cover these expenses.
Statement of grant purpose: In the Statement of Grant Purpose, the following three points should be addressed: 1) Areas
where the applicant could benefit from and make the best contribution to a Mexico-based company conducting international
business; 2) Aspects of the applicant's academic background (coursework, workshops, special courses, particular interests, etc.)
and professional experience (specific jobs and assignments) that would allow the applicant to benefit from the experience and
contribute to a company during the internship and in the classroom; 3) Expected benefits from the internship and courses and
their relationship to the applicant's future career plans. In mid-February 2013, COMEXUS will conduct interviews via
telephone or videoconference (Skype) in Spanish with the recommended candidates prior to the final selection process.
Dependents: Grants are increased by US$150 per month for grantees with one accompanying dependent and by US$250 for
two or more dependents.
9 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Proficiency in Spanish is required. Successful candidates must be articulate speakers of English with native fluency.
Grant period: 9 months, from September to May. The program starts with an orientation in late August organized by
COMEXUS and the Mexican Ministry of Education (Secretaría de Educación Pública: SEP) in Mexico City. Attendance at the
orientation is mandatory.
Candidate profile : Applications are welcome from BA and MA-levels applicants. Candidates with degrees in English,
Spanish, education, TESOL, or applied linguistics with some experience in teaching or tutoring are preferred. Other fields will
be seriously considered, if combined with teaching experience and/or coursework in pedagogy. Preference will be given to
candidates with expressed interest in pursuing a career in education. Candidates must be under 29 years of age at the time of
application and be in good health.
Nature of assignment: The Commission, in coordination with SEP, will place grantees at institutions in the public education
system, normally at the public university level. Placements at some teachers colleges (Escuelas Normales Superiores) and
technical colleges are also considered. Placements can be made in any Mexican state, so applicants must be flexible regarding
geographic location. Details of assignments will be subject to communication between SEP, the Fulbright Commission, and the
Mexican host institution. The academic profile of the selected candidate and the host institution's needs are important in
determining the final placement. Note: Given the range of placements, applicants may highlight a preference for secondary
school or university placement based on their professional background and career goals.
Responsibilities: ETAs will be assigned as language-learning assistants, but will not be responsible for teaching entire courses.
Responsibilities may include giving presentations on topics related to the United States (culture, society, history), preparing
classroom activities, and conducting English conversation clubs. Teaching assistant responsibilities will be an average of 18
hours per week; therefore, grantees are expected to engage in other activities related to their educational or professional
interests. Even though candidates will not know where they may be placed if awarded a grant, applicants should discuss ways
they would utilize this opportunity for independent study, research or other related activity.
Housing: Grantees will be responsible for arranging their own housing; however, the host institutions may assist the grantees
in finding options.
Dependents: Accompanying dependents are not supported in this program.
Website: www.comexus.org.mx
Moldova
2 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Proficiency in Moldovan or Russian commensurate with the proposed course of study or research is expected by
the beginning date of the grant.
Grant period: 10 months, September to June.
Affiliation: Applicants are encouraged to arrange affiliation and submit letters of invitation. In the absence of an invitation,
they may indicate preferences for affiliation, if any. Final decisions regarding placement will be made by the Public Affairs
Section of the U.S. Embassy.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US $200 per month for
two or more accompanying dependents.
2 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Knowledge of Moldovan or Romanian is helpful, but not expected.
Grant period: 9 months, September to May.
Candidate profile: Well-rounded, articulate candidates at all degree levels with an interest in international education and the
initiative to teach conversational English at all levels will be considered. Undergraduate degrees in the humanities and social
sciences, with a focus on English, American studies, or education, are preferred. Successful candidates will not just be teaching
English, but explaining the U.S. to local citizens who have little contextual understanding of America. Previous teaching
experience is not required, but is helpful. Applicants must be native English-speakers.
Nature of assignment: Affiliation is primarily at universities, but may be in schools or other venues where English language
instruction is needed. Grantees will teach under the supervision of an experienced English instructor and will serve as a
resource for conversation, vocabulary, and reading and writing courses. Grantees may also be involved with some educational
advising and outreach.
Supplementary project: Grantees are expected to engage in other activities related to their personal, career, and/or
educational interests. This may be an independent study/research project or other activity, which will not conflict with assigned
teaching and advising responsibilities. Applicants should include a brief description of their supplementary projects in their
Statement of Grant Purpose.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $100 per month for one accompanying dependent; by US $200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://moldova.usembassy.gov/exchanges.html
Mongolia
8 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: A working knowledge of Mongolian is encouraged, but not required; however, a regional or local language may be
needed for a specific project. Applicants without prior language skills should include plans for language study in their Fulbright
proposals. Grantees without Mongolian language skills must study Mongolian concurrent with their research after arriving in
Mongolia.
Grant period: 10 months. Grantees must arrive by August 1, 2013 in order to attend the orientation briefing at the U.S.
Embassy.
Affiliation: It is strongly recommended that applicants identify appropriate academic host institutions for their projects and
that they include affiliation letters with their Fulbright applications. All Fulbright Grantees MUST enter Mongolia with a
valid Student/Researcher "S" type of visa. Visa applications must be coordinated with the host institutions and the U.S.
Embassy in Ulaanbaatar. More information about visa requirements is available on the website listed below.
Ineligibility: Candidates currently residing in Mongolia (or those who will be living there during the 2012-2013 academic year)
will not be considered.
Dependents: No dependent allowance is available.
Website: http://mongolia.usembassy.gov/mongolian_visa.html
5 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: No Mongolian language skills are required. All instruction is in English. All candidates should plan to incorporate
Mongolian language and culture study into their grant terms.
Grant period: 10 months. Grantees must arrive by August 1, 2013 in order to attend the orientation briefing at the U.S.
Embassy. English Teaching Assistants will be assigned to their respective host institutions from September 2013 to June 2014.
Candidate profile : Applicants should be mature, articulate and motivated graduating seniors and Master's level students who
are committed to working and living in a Mongolian university setting. Mongolia offers ETAs a truly unique experience. Most
visitors are drawn to the fascinating culture, hospitable people, and stunning natural landscape, but the harsh weather and
development issues present many challenges. The most successful ETAs are flexible, open-minded, adventurous, and
independent. ETAs may not be accompanied by dependents. Applicants must be native English-speakers. Previous teaching
experience is desirable, but not required.
Nature of assignment: Approximately 20 hours per week of classroom teaching plus requisite class preparation time. English
Teaching Assistants will also organize language-related cross-cultural student activities. A mix of co-teaching and independent
teaching will vary from school to school and will depend on the school's situation, as well as the assistant's background and
qualifications. ETAs will be placed in tertiary institutions in Ulaanbaatar and other Mongolian cities.
Independent study: No research or independent study is required. English Teaching Assistantships are not study/research
awards, and teaching takes most of the grantee's time. In applying, the Statement of Grant Purpose should focus on why the
applicant wishes to teach English in Mongolia and how to make it a memorable cultural experience.
Housing: Housing arrangements will be facilitated by the host institutions and the U.S. Embassy. Normally ETAs would be
housed in a school dorm room with private bathroom.
Ineligibility: Candidates currently residing in Mongolia (or those who will be living there during the 2012-2013 academic year)
will not be considered.
Website: http://mongolia.usembassy.gov/educational_exchanges.html
Montenegro
1 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIP
Language: Knowledge of Montenegrin is helpful, but not expected. Grant
period: 10 months. September through June.
Candidate profile: Well-rounded, articulate candidates at all degree levels with an interest in international education and the
initiative to teach conversational English at all levels will be considered. Undergraduate degrees in the humanities and social
sciences, with a focus on English, American studies, or education, are preferred. Successful candidates will not just be teaching
English, but explaining the U.S. to local citizens who have little contextual understanding of America. Previous teaching
experience is not required but is helpful. Applicants must be native English-speakers.
Affiliation: Affiliation is primarily at universities. Grantees will teach under the supervision of an experienced English
instructor and will serve as a resource for conversation, vocabulary, and reading and writing courses. Grantees may also be
involved with some educational advising and outreach.
Supplementary project: Grantees are expected to engage in other activities related to their personal, career, and/or
educational interests as well as presentations at the American Corners in Montenegro. This may be an independent
study/research project or other activity, which will not conflict with assigned teaching and advising responsibilities. Applicants
should include a brief description of their supplementary projects in their Statements of Grant Purpose.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: http://podgorica.usembassy.gov/
Morocco
12 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Candidates for research projects must have either an intermediate level of proficiency in Modern Standard Arabic
(MSA) or the same in Moroccan Arabic (which differs considerably from MSA) or a good understanding of French. In some
cases, Amazigh (Berber) may be needed. For grantees not participating in the Critical Language Enhancement Award program
(see below), the Commission recommends that those lacking a command of Moroccan Arabic begin their grant periods with at
least six weeks of intensive study of the dialect. The Fulbright Commission in Morocco (the Moroccan-American Commission
for Educational and Cultural Exchange [MACECE] ) assists in making the arrangements for language study. Students with
sufficient language capability may be able to audit classes at Moroccan universities without charge through arrangements made by
MACECE. Grantees already highly proficient in MSA may be able to adapt to Moroccan Arabic on their own or through the
assistance of a tutor; MACECE discourages the use of translators. Awards for student and ETA grantees include $2500 for the
study of a relevant field language. For those participating in the Critical Language Enhancement Award (CLEA), this money
can only be used following completion of the CLEA grant. In order to utilize these funds grantees must submit a plan for
formal language study to the Commission for approval; programs of study for Arabic (both MSA and colloquial), Amazigh (all
dialects), French, Spanish, and Hebrew have been approved in the past.
Critical Language Enhancement Awards (CLEA): Authorized languages are Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and
Moroccan colloquial Arabic only. Prior Language Study: Grantees must have completed a minimum of two academic semesters of
MSA prior to beginning their program in Morocco.
Dates and Timing: All student grantees to Morocco must begin their programs in September, roughly at the same time as
or slightly before their orientation; any exception must be approved by the Fulbright Commission Director. CLEA duration is a
minimum of 2 months and a maximum of 6 months.
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Arabic Language Institute in Fez (ALIF)
Center for Cross Cultural Learning (Rabat)
Al Akhawayn University (Ifrane)
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DMG Arabophon (Rabat, Fez, Marrakech,
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Subul Assalam Centre for the Arabic Language (SACAL Fez)
Arab-American Language Institute in Morocco (Meknes)
All student grantees may take advantage of a six-week course designed for Fulbrighters at ALIF beginning each
September. CLEA participants may also take part in the six-week course and count it toward their overall CLEA period of study.
Critical Language Enhancement Award Manager: Pamela Jennings, [email protected].
Academic year: Early October to the end of June/early July; there is no summer semester. The autumn semester ends with
final exams in January and the spring semester begins 2-3 weeks afterward. The semester start dates at Moroccan public
universities often vary and are imprecise.
Grant period: 9 months. Grantees are expected to arrive in Morocco to attend a group orientation in early September.
MACECE arranges the grantees' air travel to Morocco and their return to the United States. Students proposing field or library
research are not bound by the dates of the academic year. Grantees accepted for and using the full extent of the Critical
Language Enhancement Award may spend up to 6 months studying language before beginning their research,
bringing the total
period in residence to as long as 15 months. In addition, all grantees are required to attend a Pre-departure Orientation in
Washington, DC in mid-June 2013 as a condition of their awards.
Candidate profile: Candidates at all degree levels are considered; ideal candidates should propose a distinctive research
project relevant to Morocco that can be reasonably accomplished in 9 months. Candidates with language facility and with
cross-cultural experience will find their research more effectively accomplished and their Fulbright experience enhanced;
those whose research projects illustrate a specific knowledge of Morocco, the Maghreb, the Arab-African world, and Islam, for
example, will have a better grasp of research possibilities. The Commission looks with favor on candidates who intend to
sustain their experience in Morocco through further study and work experience that builds on the Fulbright grant.
Ineligibility: Those currently residing in Morocco are not eligible.
Field of study restrictions: Restrictions for the study of certain topics vary in Morocco, so questions concerning the
sensitivity of the research project should be discussed with the Commission well in advance of completing the application.
Affiliation: The Commission encourages student grantee affiliation with universities, NGOs, or other appropriate institutions.
For more detailed information on Moroccan institutions of higher education, please consult www.dfc.gov.maTo
demonstrate the applicant's level of preparation and seriousness, MACECE strongly encourages applicants to present at least
one letter of invitation from a Moroccan institution, university professor, or relevant Moroccan individual to be included as
part of the application.
Research clearance: As soon as the candidates' applications are complete, the Commission forwards a data sheet to the
Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) that outlines each candidate's research topic, method, timeline, and location in order for the
grantee to receive research clearance; prospective grantees should specify locations for their research (provinces, cities, villages)
in their application. MACECE provides all grantees with an all-purpose and widely accepted "lettre d'attestation" (letter of
certification). Grantees apply for Moroccan residency before the initial 3-month tourist visa ends; the grantee does not need to
apply formally for the tourist visa.
Specific considerations: Applicants must include a summary (not to exceed one page in length) of their Statement of Grant
Purpose in Arabic and/or French as part of their Fulbright application package.
Special Opportunities: Morocco's broad geographic, environmental, and social diversity presents significant potential for
research topics. Grantees' research topics may focus on contemporary Moroccan society, history, health issues, language, and
literature, as well as on life sciences, agriculture, environmental studies, and other scientific areas.
Dependents: The grant award is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$200 per month
for two or more accompanying dependents.
Contact: To discuss project feasibility, applicants should contact Dr. James Miller, Executive Director of MACECE, at
[email protected].
Website: http://www.macece.org
10 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
The Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship (ETA) Program aims at strengthening English language instruction at Moroccan
educational institutions by providing part-time assistance of 12-20 hours per week to permanent Moroccan teaching staff. At
the same time, U.S. participants benefit from cross-cultural interactions and research opportunities. ETAs are placed in
Moroccan public universities throughout the country.
Language: Applicants must be articulate native speakers of English. Intermediate-level proficiency in Arabic or French is
recommended but not required. Following the general orientation for all Fulbrighters, ETAs attend a two-week orientation in
Rabat in September, which includes daily classes in Moroccan colloquial Arabic and lectures focusing on the Moroccan
educational system. ETAs in Morocco are not eligible for CLEAs or the six-week ALIF course that begins each September,
but receive 30+ hours of instruction in Moroccan Arabic during a two-week orientation in Rabat prior to departing for their
host sites. ETAs also receive up to $2500 for language study; to receive those funds the grantee must submit a formal plan of
study to the Commission for authorization.
Grant period: 10 months, including the general MACECE Fulbright Orientation and the ETA Orientation following it in
September. Grant dates must correspond to the MACECE Orientation and the academic year in Morocco: early September
2013 through early July 2014. In addition, all grantees are required to attend a Pre-departure Orientation in Washington, DC in
mid-June 2013 as a condition of their awards.
Candidate profile: Candidates at all degree levels may apply but preference is given to those enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D.
program who are interested in gaining experience in international education and teaching; some teaching experience is required.
In addition to applications from candidates studying English, linguistics, and related areas, applications from those studying in
other fields of the humanities, the social sciences, and American studies are especially welcome. ETAs should be strong
self-starters who can deal with the unexpected, are flexible and culturally sensitive, and can be self-sufficient in sometimes
difficult circumstances.
Grant Activity: ETAs are placed in the Moroccan public university system as English language teaching assistants and are
engaged in classroom teaching for no more than 20 hours per week. Responsibilities may also extend to giving presentations on
different topics related to the United States and the English language, preparing classroom activities, or participating in
university cultural events. Independent study and research are also encouraged but should not conflict with teaching duties.
Nature of assignment: The Fulbright Commission, in cooperation with host universities, places ETAs at institutions based on
the grantee profile and the host institution's needs. ETA program plans are developed and implemented within the context of
the goals and needs of the Ministry of Higher Education.
General Comments: Moroccan government clearance is required for all foreign teachers and researchers. The Moroccan
Fulbright Commission applies to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Government of Morocco for all necessary clearances for
candidates who are offered awards.
Mozambique
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: A working knowledge of Portuguese is recommended.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Maputo.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels will be considered.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an appropriate host institution. Applicants should
include affiliation letters with their Fulbright applications.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$300 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Website: www.maputo.usembassy.gov
Namibia
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: English, although knowledge of an indigenous language may be useful/necessary for some projects.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Windhoek.
Affiliation: It is the applicants responsibility to secure affiliation. It is strongly recommended that applicants identify
appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they include affiliation letters with their Fulbright applications.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$300 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Research Permit/Work Permits: Fulbrighters should request host institutions to assist with research permits and clearances
with the Ministry of Home Affairs. The Government of the Republic of Namibia requires Fulbright researchers in general to
procure a work/research permit 30 days prior to arrival. Namibian law states that grantees should not arrive without work
permits. In such cases where visas have not been issued in a timely fashion, grantees need to consult with the host institution to
work out a contingency plan. Grantees should be in contact with host institutions early and often on this point since timely
issuances have been a problem in the past. Website: http://windhoek.usembassy.gov
Nepal
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Language: A working knowledge of spoken Nepali, or depending on the nature of the proposed project, another local
language (e.g., Bhojpuri, Maithili, Newari, Tibetan) is strongly encouraged, but not required. Applicants without Nepali or
relevant local language skills should include plans for language study in their proposals. Regardless of the grantee's language
ability, the Fulbright Commission recommends that all grantees begin their research period in Nepal with at least two weeks of
intensive language study.
Grant period: 10 months, mid-August through mid-June. Grantees should arrive in time to attend the mandatory mid-August
2013 orientation meetings in Kathmandu and should make their travel plans through the Fulbright Commission.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels are considered. University library holdings in Nepal are limited and local
faculty supervision is generally not available. Moreover, research sites may be in rural locations, and grantees usually work
without close supervision. Therefore, students must have a well-defined research project and must demonstrate the ability to
work independently, have a solid foundation in their subject areas, and high levels of adaptability and maturity.
Affiliation: Applicants are required to identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and to include affiliation letters
with their Fulbright applications. Although the Fulbright Commission in Nepal cannot arrange affiliations for individuals, if
after extensive individual research, applicants cannot identify appropriate affiliations, applicants can contact the Commission
to seek assistance. Affiliations may be with university departments, local or international non-governmental organizations, or
other institutions. Fulbright Fellows do not enroll in university courses, but may find it productive to work with Nepali faculty
or graduate students when appropriate. The Fulbright grant is not meant to support internships at organizations in Nepal, but
rather independent research.
Security concerns: The Fulbright Commission in Nepal will carefully review all Fulbright proposals for feasibility and
security concerns, particularly those focused in rural areas. Applicants must be flexible in response to changing conditions and
grantees must comply with all security procedures set in place by the Commission in consultation with the U.S. Embassy in
Nepal.
6 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: A basic knowledge of spoken Nepali is encouraged, but not required. The month-long in-country orientation
includes intensive language instruction and the grant includes an allowance for continued language learning, which is
encouraged by the Commission, as proficiency in Nepali language or other local languages is very beneficial for the grantee.
Grant period: 8 months. English Teaching Assistants will arrive in July 2013 to participate in an orientation that will include
Nepali language training and technical training for one month prior to their placements with English teachers in Nepali
government schools. ETAs will be working in their respective schools from August 2013 through March 2014. In addition, all
grantees are required to attend a Pre-departure Orientation in mid-June 2013 as a condition of their grants.
Candidate profile : Applications are welcome from articulate and flexible graduating seniors, recent graduates or Master's
students who demonstrate a high level of maturity, an excitement about cultural immersion in Nepal and the initiative to assist
English teachers at the elementary, or lower or higher secondary level. Since all living arrangements are in village home stays
with Nepali families, and school placements are in Nepali government schools with Nepali counterpart teachers, candidates
must possess an excitement about cultural immersion in Nepal. Candidates must be native English-speakers and without
dependents. Candidates with degrees in English, Education, or TEFL/applied linguistics are preferred, but candidates from all
majors are welcome to apply. Some previous teaching/tutoring experience is preferred. Facilities in most Nepali public schools
are very limited, especially so in rural schools where ETAs are placed; therefore, applicants must demonstrate flexibility,
resourcefulness and the ability to adapt well.
Nature of assignment: Nepal ETAs assist English teachers, providing a native-speaker's presence in their placements at rural
Nepali government schools, where the need for English language support is the highest. They are placed with co-teachers who
are members of the Nepal English Language Teachers' Association (NELTA) and have local NELTA focal persons who
provide local-level support and suggest non-school-based English language activities. NELTA focal persons are also open to
suggestion about additional extra-curricular activities that may strengthen the NELTA organization's district-level branches or
that may otherwise provide support for improving English language instruction and speaking in the local community. Nepal
ETAs in the past have engaged in a broad range of creative school-based and community-based activities engaging students,
school teachers, NELTA members and others. The Nepali academic calendar is quite different from the American academic
calendar and there are extended periods of school closure in October/November and December/January. ETAs take any
personal vacation time during the Dashain school vacation period and NELTA assists ETAs in planning activities for other
periods of extended school closure.
Housing: Housing arrangements will be made with the assistance of the Fulbright Commission, the host schools, and the
NELTA focal persons. All ETAs are placed in homestays for the length of the grant period and the homestays are an important
feature of the Nepal ETA program, providing opportunities for cultural immersion and language learning, otherwise difficult to
achieve.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: www.fulbrightnepal.org.np
Netherlands
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Of the 16 Fulbright Full Grants, approximately 10 are provided by the Netherland-America Foundation, which seeks to
maintain and strengthen the ties between the Netherlands and the United States. These grants are called the Netherland-America
Foundation/Fulbright Grants. A number of Netherland-America Foundation/Fulbright Grants have specific requirements or
fields.
Language: A working knowledge of Dutch is useful at the time of arrival in the Netherlands. University lectures are in both
English and Dutch.
Grant period: Nine months. Grants must start September 1.
Candidate profile: Candidates at all degree levels are considered. Applications will be considered from well-qualified
candidates in all fields if projects can be carried out in Dutch institutions of higher learning. The Commission encourages
applications from graduate students whose projects involve full-time graduate study, or combine research and graduate
advanced courses and seminars, at Dutch institutions where English is the working language. Students working toward their
Ph.D. degrees who can carry out well-formulated independent research projects will also be considered.
Affiliation: Candidates obtain their own placements and must furnish proof of acceptance from an academic institution or
letters of affiliation from appropriate Dutch specialists to be considered for a grant. If this is not possible at the time of
application, this can be provided at a later date. Due to the Dutch residence permit laws, all candidates need to be affiliated with
an institute that has legal status to apply for a residence permit on the candidate's behalf. All universities, conservatories and
most research institutes fall into this category.
General comments: Applicants should be aware that tuition waivers are rarely given. Waivers of tuition fees are at the
discretion of the Dutch educational institution, and applicants are responsible for requesting waivers. In the event a fee waiver is
not granted, candidates should be aware the Fulbright award does not provide the cost of these fees.
Ineligibility: U.S. students currently residing in the Netherlands will not be considered for any awards to the Netherlands.
Contact: For all awards:[email protected]
Website: www.fulbright.nl
1 NAF/FULBRIGHT FELLOWSHIP IN WATER MANAGEMENT
Please note: This Fellowship is limited to research relating to flooding. Other water management areas, such as managing
municipal water supplies, are not supported by this Fellowship.
Candidate profile: Candidates at all degree levels are considered. Preference will be given to those with coursework in civil
engineering. Applicants should have attained their undergraduate core technical skills already, but will want to complement
these with a graduate multidisciplinary study of water management aspects, such as:
1. Assessment of flooding risks (e.g., determining acceptable flooding risks in relation to other natural disasters;
distributing risks to minimize damage; effects of climate change; assessing economic, social, environmental,
and/or cultural damages using studies conducted by insurance companies; insurability);
2. Spatial planning in flood-prone areas (e.g., the use of simulation hydraulic modeling tools applied to
complicated interdependent resource management choices);3. Mitigating flood impact (e.g., influencing land
development of flood-prone areas through legislation; developing of evacuation plans and disaster management).
Affiliation: The TU Delft is a large technical university (www.tudelft.nl) and the Fellow must be prepared to be an
independent researcher. There is no formal structure to support Fulbright scholars, so it is important for the Fellow to arrange
beforehand where and with whom he/she would like to work. There are no expectations by the university, but there may be
agreements on the basis of the research between the Fellow and the research director. Fellows will be placed with the Delft
Research Initiative Environment .
2 NAF/FULBRIGHT DUISENBERG SCHOOL OF FINANCE FELLOWSHIPS
Duisenberg School of Finance is a private institute set up by leaders within the finance industry and top Dutch universities. The
specialized DSF Master's in Finance (and Law) program boasts a more comprehensive and rigorous understanding of finance than
any other traditional Master's degree. DSF stands for top education and research in finance. It is a premier private finance school
located in the heart of Europe with world-class faculty and direct links to industry leaders in the world of finance.
Duisenberg School of Finance offers MSc programs in Finance & Law, Risk Management, Corporate Finance & Banking as
well as an LLM in Finance & Law and a Ph.D. in Finance.
Grant benefits: The NAF/Fulbright Duisenberg School of Finance Fellowship consists of a tuition waiver of € 26,000 plus a
stipend of € 8,000 (total value approximately $ 50,000) for a U.S. applicant to be applied towards the cost of any one of the
Duisenberg Master's programs. The recipient will also be covered under the normal Fulbright insurance. Please visit the
Duisenberg School of Finance website for more information at www.dsf.nl.
Language: A working knowledge of Dutch is useful at the time of arrival in the Netherlands, but is not compulsory.
Contacts: [email protected] or [email protected]
Grant period: 12 months. Grants must start September 1.
Candidate profile: Candidates should have: a Bachelor's degree in finance, business, econometrics or a related discipline;
present a competitive GMAT/GRE score; be well-rounded with strong motivation, ambition and interpersonal skills. After an
initial evaluation, selected candidates will be invited for an admissions interview before a final decision of acceptance is made
by the admissions committee.
Websites: www.fulbright.nl; www.dsf.nl
1 NAF/FULBRIGHT RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP IN COMPUTER SCIENCE, MATH, PHYSICS,
ENGINEERING FIELDS, MARKETING AND FINANCE
Candidate profile: Candidates in the fields of Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering,
Mathematics or Physics, especially those applicants with strong research interests in the following areas, will be considered:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Control systems for green office buildings (control systems for temperature control, lighting, HVAC);
Wireless technologies;
Medical imaging technology (includes imaging for therapy and use in image-guided surgery);
Healthcare or Medical Informatics;
Acoustical Engineering (beam forming);
Also considered will be candidates in the following fields:
6. Marketing and Finance
1 NAF/FULBRIGHT FELLOWSHIP FOR CHILDHOOD CANCER RESEARCH
The Netherland-America Foundation in collaboration with KiKa (Dutch Foundation for Children Cancer Free (Kinderen
Kankervrij - http://www.kika.nl/) has established a special grant to benefit childhood cancer research. The grant is funded by
Stichting KiKa. Research must be conducted in one of the seven pediatric oncology centers (listed below) in the Netherlands:
1. Emma Kinderziekenhuis AMC - Amsterdam
2. UMC Groningen Koningin Beatrix Kinderkliniek - Groningen
3. Willem-Alexander Kinder- en Jeugdcentrum - Leiden
4. UMC St. Radboud Kinderziekenhuis - Nijmegen
5. ErasmusMC - Sophia Kinderziekenhuis - Rotterdam
6. VU medisch centrum - Amsterdam
7. Wilhelmina Kinderziekenhuis - Utrecht
Language: A working knowledge of Dutch is useful but not mandatory at the time of arrival in the Netherlands.
Candidate profile: Graduates from schools of medicine; graduates from doctoral programs in the basic and/or clinical
sciences pursuing post-doctoral research in the field of oncology will be considered. Grant period: Nine months, starting
September 1.
Grant benefit: This grant consists of a monthly allowance of € 1,050. In addition, the cost of the residence permit will be
covered and the cost of international travel will be reimbursed to a maximum of € 900. Dependents: No dependent
allowance is available.
1 FULBRIGHT/MAASTRICHT UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP
Maastricht University uses Problem-Based Learning, an innovative teaching method that focuses on small groups, active
participation, and informal contacts between students and the academic staff. This approach to teaching, together with the
international student population, gives students significant opportunities to acquire knowledge and experience from a range of
different perspectives. The majority of the Bachelor's programs and almost all of the Master's and Ph.D. programs are taught in
English. UM focuses its research on international issues critical to the development of society. In 2011, UM was ranked among
the highest in teaching in the Netherlands by the Dutch Guide to Higher Education and the School of Business and Economics was
awarded a prestigious Triple Crown Accreditation (AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA).
Language: Some knowledge of Dutch is useful at the time of arrival in the Netherlands, but not mandatory. Many UM
programs are in English. If the candidate wishes to enter into a program where Dutch is the language of instruction, then he/she
must have adequate language capability to do so. Grant period: 9 months, starting September 1.
Candidate profile: Applications will be considered from well-qualified candidates in all fields for which graduate programs
are offered by Maastricht University. Only students who have been admitted and who furnish proof of acceptance to one of the
graduate programs will be considered. Please visit the UM Master's website for more information on programs and admissions.
Grant benefits: The grant consists of a monthly allowance of €1050, plus a full waiver for the cost of tuition. In addition,
international travel will be reimbursed to a maximum of € 900, and the cost of the residence permit will be reimbursed, as well.
Dependents: No dependent allowance is available.
1 FULBRIGHT/EINDHOVEN UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP
Eindhoven University of Technology is a leading international university specializing in engineering science and technology.
ICMS is particularly strong in the field of engineering of complex molecular systems and focuses on applications in the area of
sustainability, energy efficiency, soft biomaterials and functional materials. ICMS brings researchers from different areas
together to promote cross-pollination of ideas between departments and disciplines. Excellent research groups, together with
newly appointed tenure track scientists, form the basis for a multidisciplinary research platform for building knowledge and
infrastructure in systems chemistry and supra-molecular chemistry. The Complex Molecular Systems Graduate Program is built
on the strengths of ICMS. MSc and PhD students are part of the research groups of ICMS staff members, which will reinforce
their training as independent scientists heading for a career in academics.
Language: A working knowledge of Dutch is useful at the time of arrival in the Netherlands, but is not compulsory.
Grant period: 9 months. Grants must start 1 September.
Affiliation: The grantee will be affiliated with the Institute for Complex Molecular Systems (ICMS) of Eindhoven University
of Technology. To ensure that the proposed project is a good fit, please contact Sagitta Peters at the ICMS with a description of
the project. Ms. Peters will provide you with a letter of invitation if the project is approved by ICMS.
Candidate profile: The candidate should ideally be enrolled in a PhD program at a U.S. university, have finished his/her
Master's requirements and be in his/her first, second or third year after the Master's. The candidate should have a background
in the field of natural sciences, in particular chemistry and chemical engineering, physics, mathematics, biomedical engineering,
mechanical engineering or related fields.
Grant benefits: Eindhoven University offers one grant of € 20,000 (approximately $26,400). In addition, international travel
will be reimbursed to a maximum of € 900, and the costs of a residence permit will also be reimbursed. Dependents: No
dependent allowance is available.
Website: http://www.tue.nl/icms
New Zealand
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Grant period: 10 months. Grantees arrive in New Zealand in late January/early February 2014 and must participate in the
orientation program offered by the Fulbright Commission prior to the beginning of the New Zealand academic year. This
orientation provides an introduction to New Zealand society, culture, politics, and history, and offers useful information on the
academic environment and the Fulbright program. Grantees must also participate fully in the June report-back event, the
end-of-year Thanksgiving event, and provide to the Fulbright Commission copies of any articles, research papers, or theses
completed while in New Zealand.
Candidate Profile: Candidates at all degree levels are considered. Applicants currently pursuing U.S. doctoral degrees must
indicate in their applications how their intended research in New Zealand will contribute to their doctoral programs. Applicants
may wish to either: a) enroll in a graduate degree program at a New Zealand university; b) carry out a program of research
towards a U.S. graduate degree; or, c) carry out an independent research/study project while being affiliated with a New
Zealand higher education or research institution.
Affiliation: All applicants must be affiliated with an accredited higher education or research institution in New Zealand.
Applicants are expected to find their own affiliations. The Fulbright Commission will assist candidates awarded grants with
finalizing affiliation arrangements.
Tuition: Tuition for grantees enrolling at New Zealand universities is paid by Fulbright New Zealand during the period of the
grant.
Research clearance: Grantees must apply for research clearance in some cases. The application process can take a significant
period of time, so grantees should discuss this issue with their project supervisor in advance of their arrival in New Zealand and
begin the application process as early as possible.
Field of study considerations: Applicants considering Maori/indigenous/cultural-specific projects should investigate
norms/practices to ensure the feasibility of the project. They can do this by searching relevant websites and contacting relevant
faculty or experts in the proposed area.
Ineligibility: The following persons are ineligible: 1) U.S. applicants currently residing in New Zealand; 2) applicants with
dual U.S.-New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency; 3) applicants with completed doctorates by the time the award
begins.
Special opportunities: 1) International students enrolling in a doctoral program pay the same fees as New Zealand domestic
students, and any dependent children of international doctoral students have domestic student status in New Zealand schools.
More information is available at www.newzealandeducated.com.2) The New Zealand government offers a limited number of
New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships, awarded on the basis of academic merit, which provide financial
support for students from designated countries undertaking doctoral degrees through research at New Zealand universities.3)
Some New Zealand universities offer U.S. Fulbright students the opportunity to apply for scholarships that will enable them to
continue full-time studies in New Zealand beyond the 10-month Fulbright award. These scholarships are available to Fulbright
students completing a 12-month thesis only Master's degree, enrolling in the second year of a two-year Master's degree
program, or enrolling in a one-year Master's degree program designed to follow a Post-Graduate Diploma or Honours program,
or enrolling in a New Zealand Doctoral program. Applicants interested in this option should indicate this in their Fulbright
applications and check for details on the Fulbright New Zealand website. Dependents: No dependent allowance is available.
Contact: [email protected] Website:
www.fulbright.org.nz
Nicaragua
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Proficient spoken and written Spanish is required at the time of application.
Academic year: Two semesters: March through July; end of July through early December. Summer courses: January and
February.
Grant period: 10 months. Most grantees choose to begin in the fall, but the start date is flexible. The grants may start as early
as August. The last possible start date is March 31st.
Field of study restrictions: Political science and socioeconomic issues remain politically sensitive areas in Nicaraguan society.
Therefore, the U.S. Embassy in Managua encourages grantees in these fields to consider two or more host institutions in order to
increase the likelihood of obtaining balanced and objective research materials and courses.
Affiliation: Applicants are responsible for arranging their own affiliations with an academic institution, research facility, or
another appropriate organization, and for submitting supporting documentation verifying the affiliation. Restriction:
Candidates who seek to earn a degree from a Nicaraguan university will not be considered.
Specific considerations: Due to security risks, candidates wishing to conduct field research in remote areas should consult
with IIE and Nicaraguan host institutions in advance regarding the feasibility of their projects.
General Comments: Applications in all fields are accepted. However, given security considerations, the following fields are
preferred: socio-educational issues, public health, history, Latin American literature, gender issues, archaeology and
anthropology, ecology and natural resources.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Niger
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Proficiency in French is required at the time of application. Hausa or another local language of the area in which
research will take place is useful. Research candidates are required to provide a synopsis in French of their proposals
with their applications.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Niamey.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an educational or research institution. It is strongly
recommended that applicants identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they include affiliation letters with
their Fulbright applications.
Special considerations: Security precautions are necessary when traveling to remote areas of Niger. The U.S. Embassy
provides advice on special security considerations. Travel to Northern Niger is currently restricted due to an ongoing
insurgency in that region.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $200 per month for one accompanying dependent; by US$300 per month for two or
more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://niamey.usembassy.gov
Nigeria
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: English is the official language, although knowledge of a local language may be useful.
Academic year: Most university calendars begin in mid-October, although some start as late as January. Classes may not
commence immediately. Resumption dates are subject to change without notice, and may vary between years and universities.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to approval by the U.S.
Embassy in Nigeria.
Field of study restrictions: Projects involving the laboratory sciences are discouraged.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an appropriate host institution. It is strongly
recommended that candidates identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they include affiliation letters with
their Fulbright applications. While the University of Port Harcourt and Delta State University in Abraka are Fulbright partner
institutions, placements are not possible there at this time due to ongoing security and logistical concerns. Affiliations are
especially encouraged with the following host institutions, as they have not hosted U.S. Fulbrighters in recent years and the U.S.
Embassy would like to increase its outreach with them:
1. University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom
2. University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara State 3. Lagos
State University, Ojo, Lagos State
4. University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State 5.
University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State
6. Benue State University, Makurdi, Benue State
7. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State
8. Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State 9.
Federal University of Technology Akure, Ondo State
Specific considerations: Candidates with projects in the Niger Delta region will not be considered due to acute logistical and
security concerns.
Research Clearance: While not required at the time of application, candidates should note that written consent from the vice
chancellor of the affiliate university is necessary for the visa. A visa will not be issued by the Nigerian Embassy/consulate until
the vice chancellor's letter is received.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $200 per month for one accompanying dependent; by US$300 per month for two or
more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://nigeria.usembassy.gov/
Norway
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Language: None required, except as necessary to complete the proposed project.
Grant Period: 10 months beginning in August. Grantees are expected to attend a two-day orientation in Oslo in August.
Candidate Profile: Well-qualified candidates at all graduate degree levels will be considered. Candidates must be mature,
self-motivated individuals who are capable of working independently without supervision. Projects can be either full-time study
or a combination of independent research and advanced courses or seminars. Proposals are welcome from candidates in all
disciplines, but see special opportunities below.
Affiliation: Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the Norwegian institution, program, or professor of their choice. An
evaluation/comment on the feasibility of the proposed project from a Norwegian host is valuable and should be included
in the application. This is especially important if plans involve independent research. Students who plan to pursue a degree
program should not expect to get a letter of invitation or acceptance to a degree program or an institution prior to applying for a
Fulbright Grant. Students who plan to pursue degree programs should apply formally to the Norwegian institution before its
deadline. All candidates must eventually have an official affiliation with a Norwegian institution of higher education. The
Fulbright Foundation can advise regarding the feasibility of proposed projects or study plans. Information on all Norwegian
institutions of higher learning can be found at the website for The Norwegian Agency for Quality Assurance in Education
(NOKUT). Keep in mind that a supportive affiliation or sponsor is an essential ingredient for a successful Fulbright year
abroad, and hence an important consideration when applications are assessed.
Special Opportunities: The Research Council of Norway has identified a number of Norwegian Centres of Excellence and
Centres of Research-Based Innovation, in fields such as mathematics, geohazards, petroleum research, medieval studies, ships
and oceans studies, civil war studies, and more. See www.forskningsradet.no for more information.
Dependents: A small supplementary allowance for no more than three accompanying dependents will be provided; however,
due to high living costs and Norwegian immigration requirements, candidates with accompanying dependents must also have
private funds available. Please note that student housing for married students is limited and expensive, and that there may be no
available student housing for families with children.
2 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Applicants should be native speakers of English. No knowledge of Norwegian is required.
Grant Period: 10 months, August to June. Grantees are expected to attend a two-day orientation in Oslo in August and a
separate one day program on the Norwegian education system.
Candidate Profile: Applications are welcome from candidates at all degree levels, from all fields of study. However,
preference will be given to applicants in English language and American studies, social sciences, humanities, and those who
plan to pursue a career in education. Applicants should have a demonstrated interest in teaching and be able to work effectively as
part of a team.
Nature of Assignment: The grantee will be assigned to a Norwegian secondary school and a local university. Each host
institution will tailor the assistantship to its English language teaching needs and to the grantee's background, academic
interests and abilities. Teaching assistant activities may include: 1) serving as a resource person in conversation groups; 2)
providing small group tutorials; 3) assisting students with written English and, 4) giving talks related to American studies in
English classes or school/civic organizations. Applicants should submit descriptions of their study and/or career interests.
Dependents: No dependent allowance is available.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: http://www.fulbright.no/en/grants/us_citizens
Oman
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: A level of proficiency in Arabic sufficient to carry out the proposed research is preferred. English is the medium of
instruction in all private and government colleges and universities. Courses in the Colleges of Arts and of Education and
Islamic Sciences are taught in Arabic.
Grant period: 10 months, September through late June. Fulbright Fellows will begin between August 2013 and March 2014,
subject to the approval of the U.S. Embassy in Muscat. In addition, all grantees are required to attend a Pre-departure
Orientation in Washington DC in mid-June 2013 as a condition of their grants.
Field of study: Proposals in all fields are welcome, with the following caveats: any subject related to politics is not
recommended; projects in social anthropology and genetics may present issues depending on the specific nature of the proposal.
Candidates with such proposals are encouraged to contact the U.S. Embassy early in the application process.
Affiliation: It is strongly recommended that applicants identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they
include affiliation letters with their Fulbright applications. However, the U.S. Embassy in Muscat makes the final
arrangements in placing grantees at the appropriate academic institutions.
Research Clearance/visa requirements: Individual academic institutions are not able to grant permission for off-campus
fieldwork. Students wishing to conduct field research will need permission from, and should seek affiliation with, the pertinent
ministry dealing with their project area. Allow plenty of time for such clearances. Students need to send their passport copies,
photos, and curricula vitae to the U.S. Embassy before their arrival and the Embassy will forward the documents to the host
institutes in order to facilitate the visa issuance process.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent; by US$200 per month for two or
more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://oman.usembassy.gov
1 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIP
Language: Successful applicants must be articulate, native English-speakers. Previous study, work or travel experience in the
Middle East and North Africa and at least one (1) year of intensive Arabic language study/language familiarity is
preferred. Part-time and limited Arabic language training opportunities will be identified by the Public Affairs Section (PAS)
of the U.S. Embassy in Oman. Program participants will be responsible for any costs associated with Arabic language training.
Grant period: 10 months, from September 2013 through June 2014. Fulbright ETAs will be required to attend and participate
in a three day in-country orientation program in September. In addition, all grantees are required to attend a Pre-departure
Orientation in Washington DC in mid-June 2013 as a condition of their grants.
Candidate profile : Applications will be considered from candidates at all degree levels. A Master's Degree is strongly
preferred but not required. Preference will be given to applicants with a strong interest in international education and
teaching in TEFL/Linguistics; Area Studies; International Relations; Political Science; or Bilingual Education. Applicants
should be knowledgeable of world issues, articulate, resourceful, tolerant, flexible, and mature, and demonstrate the initiative,
leadership, and confidence required to assist with the teaching of English in a foreign setting. Some teaching experience is
preferred.
Nature of assignment: The Fulbright ETA Program aims to strengthen English language instruction at Omani educational and
professional institutions in the public and private sector by providing up to 20 hours per week of part-time English teaching
assistance to permanent teaching staff. At the same time, Fulbright English Teaching Assistants will gain from intensive
cross-cultural interaction and international educational and/or research opportunities at pre-selected Omani institutions.
Independent study or research that does not conflict with assigned teaching responsibilities is encouraged.
Affiliation: The Public Affairs Section (PAS) matches the grantee with the appropriate Omani educational or professional
institution. Details of assignment are subject to communication between the PAS and the host institution, based on the host
institution's needs and the academic profile and teaching experience of the selected candidate. The ETA role with the host
institution takes precedence over any secondary independent study project.
Dependents: No dependent support is available.
Panama
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Academic year: March through December.
Language: Proficient spoken and written Spanish is required at the time of application.
Grant period: 10 months. Most grantees choose to begin in the fall, but the start date is flexible.
Affiliation: Applicants are responsible for arranging their own affiliations with an academic institution, research facility, or
another appropriate organization, and for submitting supporting documentation verifying the affiliation.
General Comments: Applications in all fields are accepted. Areas of particular interest are: economics and business
development; U.S. - Panama relations; Panama Canal studies; biology; environmental sciences; ecology; forest resource
conservation; tourism development, and related topics; and public administration/political science to include anti-corruption,
transparency, governance. Candidates who seek to earn a degree from a Panamanian university will not be considered.
Special considerations: Due to security risks, travel may be restricted to some regions of Panama. Travel beyond Santa Fe,
Province of Darien is prohibited. Please refer to the State Department Consular Information Sheet for the latest update.
Applicants are responsible for obtaining the necessary permits/authorizations and paying the respective fees required by the
Panamanian government to carry out their research projects.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
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Language: Proficiency in Spanish is required. Candidates must be articulate English-speakers with native-level fluency.
Grant period: 10 months beginning in January or March 2013.
Candidate profile : Applications are welcome from graduating seniors and graduate students. Candidates with degrees in
English, Spanish, education or TEFL/applied linguistics with experience teaching or tutoring and who have an interest in
working in an international educational environment are preferred. Other fields will be seriously considered if combined with
teaching experience and/or coursework in pedagogy.
Nature of assignment: The U.S. Embassy will arrange placement with Panamanian universities, which may be located in the
capital city or in more rural settings. ETAs will be assigned as language-learning assistants, but will not be responsible for
teaching entire courses. Responsibilities may include giving presentations on different topics related to the United States,
preparing classroom activities, and/or encouraging students to communicate in English. ETA grantees also may pursue an
independent research, study, or volunteer project. The project is a secondary activity that will supplement the grantee's ETA
responsibilities. Applicants should briefly describe this project in the Statement of Grant Purpose and may address some or all of
the following: 1) why the activities are appropriate to Panama; 2) skills, talents or other qualifications that they bring to the
project plan; 3) how they view this plan as contributing to their professional or educational development; and, 4) if and how the
plan contributes to the Fulbright goals of mutual understanding and host community engagement. Remember that the primary
activity for ETAs is in the classroom and not carrying out this project.
Paraguay
1 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANT
Language: Proficient spoken and written Spanish is required at the time of application. Knowledge of Guaraní is extremely
helpful for research outside Asuncion.
Grant period: 10 months, April through December. Southern hemisphere summer holidays are in January and February.
Universities and research centers are usually closed for part of this period. Candidates must take this into consideration when
proposing a time line for their projects.
Candidate profile : Advanced graduate students working on doctoral dissertations are preferred; recent graduates and
Master's candidates who present serious study projects and who can work independently will be considered.
Affiliation: Candidates are encouraged to contact local sponsors before submitting applications. Proposals that demonstrate
such contacts and/or guaranteed institutional support in Paraguay will be given preference.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Peru
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Language: Proficient spoken and written Spanish is required at the time of application.
Grant period: 10 months. Grantees should plan to begin their grants in early August; however, if required by the nature of the
project, consideration will be given to alternate start dates.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels are considered. Preference will be given to graduating seniors or graduates
without extensive overseas experience.
Field of study restrictions: Border disputes, crime and the drug trade, are considered sensitive issues.
Affiliation: All grantees must be affiliated with a Peruvian organization. This may be a university or government or private
organization, including NGOs. Students should initiate affiliation arrangements prior to submitting their applications. The
Fulbright Commission in Peru will give preference to applicants with established affiliations at the time of
application. Specific considerations: Affiliations must be finalized before travel to Peru in order to obtain the appropriate
visas, but this
can be done between the issuance of a grant and travel to the country. The Fulbright Commission in Peru does not approve
grants to work in zones declared "emergency zones" by the Peruvian government.
Research clearance: Grantees who plan to work in nature reserves and archaeological sites are required to have government
permits. Permits take up to six months to process, so recommended candidates may need to begin the process prior to
notification of final selection. Candidates and grantees must coordinate the permit process with their proposed host affiliation.
General comments: Fellows may carry out research, take university courses, or carry out practical training in internships.
Peru offers many opportunities, and Peruvian scholars are receptive and cordial. The Commission considers studies of
economic development, environmental conservation, and education to be topics of particular interest.
Dependents: A small allowance is provided for dependents. Fellows should have additional funds to support dependents.
Website: http://www.fulbrightperu.info
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Language: Proficiency in Spanish is strongly recommended. Successful candidates must be articulate English-speakers with
native fluency.
Grant period: 9 months. Grant dates will correspond to the academic year in Peru, March to mid-December 2014. The grant
period starts with a mandatory orientation organized by the Fulbright Commission.
Candidate profile : Applications are welcome from graduating seniors and Master's level graduate students with an interest in
working in an educational environment. Candidates with degrees in English, Spanish, education, or TEFL/applied linguistics
with some experience teaching or tutoring are preferred. Other fields will be seriously considered if combined with teaching
experience and/or coursework in pedagogy. NOTE: Because this is a student program, candidates with more than three years
teaching experience or a Master's degree in TESOL at the time of application may be considered overqualified and not eligible for
this program.
Nature of assignment: Grantees will be assigned to teaching assistantship positions at English Teacher Training Colleges in
the Peruvian provinces or with U.S./Peru Binational Centers. The colleges, which train ESL teachers, may or may not be
affiliated with a university. However, they are part of the Peruvian System of Higher Education. ETAs will be assigned as
language-learning assistants, but will not be responsible for teaching entire courses. The Fulbright Commission will match the
grantee with the appropriate host institution. Details of assignments will be subject to communication between the Fulbright
Commission and the host institution and based on the academic profile of the selected candidate and the host institution's needs. In
these cases, the Commission will discuss project alternatives with the grantee when the placement is made.
Supplementary project: English Teaching Assistant responsibilities will be up to 20 hours per week; therefore, grantees are
expected to engage in other activities related to their personal, career, and/or educational interests. Applicants should consider a
project that they intend to pursue if awarded the grant. Applicants should keep in mind that these activities should be flexible
respective to geographic location, since they will not know where they will be placed. For example, grantees may pursue a
course of study, conduct research into topics or issues relative to Peru, engage in specific volunteer activities, or a combination of
these.
Dependents: No dependent support is available.
FULBRIGHT/FOGARTY FELLOWSHIPS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
Location: Peru, Lima
Affiliation: The University of Washington-Peru collaborative with Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos, Universidad
Peruana Cayetano Heredia, and nongovernmental organizations IMPACTA and Selva Amazonica.
U.S. partner: University of Washington
Contact: Dr. Joe Zunt [email protected]
Eligibility: Post-third year medical school; post-graduation from medical school; post-Master's level; doctor of veterinary
medicine; graduate student in public policy, social work, or law school.
Project descriptions: Fellows would participate in one or more of the following:
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Puente Piedra Project: A multidisciplinary effort to improve living standards in a "pueblo joven" (slum) in
northern Lima. This project encompasses activities addressing improvements to the built environment, water
and sanitation systems, installing a school-based health center, enhancing primary and secondary education,
adult illiteracy education and reproductive/sexual health education, and developing a microsaving program in
collaboration with Slumdwellers International, a global NGO supported by the Gates Foundation and the World
Bank
Barton Project: A multifaceted examination of sexually transmitted infections (STI) affecting female and male
commercial sex workers, focusing on HPV, HTLV, and concurrent sexually transmitted infections. In addition,
the context of violence against sex workers is being examined, as well as the vulnerability and susceptibility to
STI of brothel-based vs. street-based (clandestine) sex work, the role of clients, and prevention of STI.
Peruvian Meningoencephalitis Network: A five-city study that aims to define the etiology of bacterial and viral
meningoencephalitis in Peru and enhance the capacity for diagnosis and treatment of central nervous system
infections throughout Peru.
Epidemiology of Retroviral Infections in Peru: A project enrolling diverse high and low-risk populations in
Lima and other cities in the Amazon, Andes, and coast to define the burden and manifestations of HTLV-1 and -2
infection.
Cerebrovascular Diseases in Peru: A developing project to define the risk factors for stroke in various
geographic regions of Peru and to work with the Peruvian national stroke group and government to increase
prevention activities for susceptible populations.
International Clinical Operational and Health Services Research Training Award for AIDS and TB: A
collaboration between UW, Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, the NGO IMPACTA, and the Peruvian
national HIV and TB control programs to enhance capacity to address the public health and scientific
challenges of the evolving HIV and TB epidemic in Peru through clinical, operational, and health services
research.
"One World One Health" Zoonotic Infections Projects: A project based largely in the Amazon, activities
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include field research in leptospirosis, dengue, and plague - including a strong emphasis on working with the
community to decrease risks for reducing risk for acquiring zoonotic infections, as well as capacity
development of local diagnostic capacity in Moyobamba, Peru.
National scale-up of diagnostic and treatment services - cross-regional implementation study examining factors
facilitating and hindering the expansion of rapid TB, syphilis and HIV testing and treatment in regions outside the
capitol.
Aseguramiento universal de salud - an evaluation of the recent universal health care initiative in improving
access and quality of basic health care across different population groups (by income, gender, rural/urban,
sexual orientation, ethnicity, age).
Health financing models - comparison of vertical/targeted (i.e. funding earmarked for HIV, TB) and
horizontal/systems-strengthening funding strategies on health care coverage and outcomes, including health
equity gaps.
Website: http://depts.washington.edu/ficrs
Location: Peru, Lima
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Dr. Hector Garcia. Director of the Global health Center-Tumbes, and Professor, Department of Microbiology,
Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia [email protected]
Eligibility: Post-third year medical school; Post graduation from medical school, veterinary or dental school; Ph.D. candidate
in later years of program, post-Master's level, Dental School or Veterinary School doctoral degree candidates must have
completed their basic science courses and one year of clinical clerkship prior to the start of the fellowship year.
Project descriptions: The collaboration between the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health (JHSPH),
the Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia (UPCH) and A.B. PRISMA, a Peruvian non-governmental organization (NGO) has
provided a rich environment for research and training for more than 20 years. Over the past 20 years, this program has trained
more than 45 Peruvian graduate and post-graduate students, and over 300 students of other nationalities. The individuals and
institutions tied to this network have conducted productive research together successfully, having jointly published hundreds of
original research articles in peer-reviewed journals. This consortium has strong collaborations and grants with many other
universities, including Tulane, Washington University, St. Louis, UCSD, and Imperial College of London, as well as U.S.
government institutions such as the CDC and NAMRU-6 in Peru. This rich, interlinked mix of Peruvian, American, and British
mentors, combined with many collaborative international grants, offers a unique opportunity for training in Peru.
Examples of long-term projects that the scholar could be involved in:
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Lima, Peru - NIH Funded-The Pampas de San Juan is a peri-urban shanty town of 40,000 individuals that has
served as a population based research site for over 20 years in tuberculosis, Helicobacter pylori, and diarrheal
research studies. The tuberculosis study is a project that examines cough and biomarkers for MDR-TB to detect
TB treatment failure (funded by Gates Challenge Grant). The H. pylori study is a population based study that
examines the role of H. pylori for its effect on growth, diarrhea rates and anemia in children (funded by the
European Union). Research is also being down in Lima on brucellosis and the role of better diagnostics,
virulence factors in Brucella strains and intrafamiliar spread. Additionally, there is ongoing research on the role of
chickens and swine in influenza transmission.
Tumbes and Puno, Peru - NIH Funded -are rural sites in Peru where research is focused on chronic diseases. In
Puno, research focuses on non-communicable cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases. The study has two main
objectives: 1. Investigate the geographical variation in cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors and disease
incidence. 2. Estimate the disease burden and influence of outdoor and indoor air pollution on chronic
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obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Additionally, in Tumbes, the focus of research is on the eradication of
cysticercosis. The study examines the applicability of different approaches including vaccines to eliminate the
transmission of cysticercosis in this area.
Iquitos, Peru - Gates and NIH Funded - is a site in the Peruvian Amazon that focuses on research related to
enteric infections among children. This is a cohort study aiming to describe the impact of repeated enteric
infections on growth faltering, malnutrition and delayed child development. The site also performs research
related to malaria.
Santa Cruz, Bolivia - NIH Funded - is both a hospital and population based site for the study of congenital and
cardiac Chagas disease. The aim of this project is to determine the rate of congenial Chagas in infants and heart
disease in seropositive adults.
Philippines
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Language: Knowledge of Tagalog is recommended but not required. Knowledge of the Cebuano language will be useful if
research is conducted in the Visayas or Mindanao. Applicants without prior language skills should include plans for language
study in their Fulbright proposals.
Grant period: 9 months. Grants begin in July or November 2013.
Affiliation: Candidates affiliate with Philippine universities or non-government organizations (NGO) and must include
affiliation letters in their Fulbright applications. Applicants are encouraged to check the website of the Commission on Higher
Education at http://www.ched.gov.ph (or search the web) for information about the Philippine educational system and its
universities and to directly contact professors at prospective host universities. Proposals to conduct research in Mindanao will
not be considered.
Ineligibility: Candidates currently residing in the Philippines (or those who will be living there during the 2012-2013
academic year) will not be considered.
Special Opportunities: Fulbright Fellows will have opportunities to travel in-country when conducting their research (except
in Mindanao and other restricted areas). Fellows are advised to audit (not enroll in) courses relevant to their research projects
during their Fulbright Grants. The Philippines provides rich research sites for historians, anthropologists, archaeologists,
linguists, artists, and those in environmental studies, education, political science, and public health.
Dependents: No dependent support is available. Those who plan to bring dependents must have sufficient personal funds and
should secure health and accident insurance.
Contact: Ms. Eileen Consuelo D. Valdecañas; [email protected]
Website: http://www.fulbright.org.ph/
Poland
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These grants are awarded under an exchange agreement between the governments of Poland and the U.S. Applicants must meet
the eligibility criteria for Fulbright Grants.
Language: Excellent Polish is required for drama and film studies. For all other fields, proficiency in Polish commensurate
with the proposed study is necessary by the beginning date of the grant.
Grant period: 9 months, October through June. Participation in the orientation program organized by the Fulbright
Commission in late September is expected.
Affiliation : Candidates for research must have a formal institutional affiliation, and may be required to attend classes.
Applicants should list all institutions that are acceptable as placements in the Fulbright application. Potential candidates are
strongly encouraged to consider affiliations with all major universities. In the case of Jagiellonian University in Krakow, a very
strong justification must be provided. The Commission is willing to discuss places of affiliation with potential candidates via
e-mail. Applicants wishing to enroll in any degree programs or courses at a Polish institution must apply for admission
individually.
Tuition: The Fulbright Commission will cover the tuition fee for the first year of graduate and/or postgraduate studies.
Lodz Film School: Do not apply to study at the Lodz Film School unless you are prepared to enroll in the three-year degree
program. Fulbright Grants are for one academic year, and there is no guarantee that a grant will be renewed for a second year.
Third-year renewals are not offered. It is possible to study the history of film at the University of Lodz in a one-year program
separate from the film school.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $200 per month for one accompanying dependent; and by US $300 per month for
two or more accompanying dependents.
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Language: Applicants must be articulate native speakers of English. Knowledge of the Polish language is an advantage.
Grant period: 9 months, October through June. Participation in the orientation program organized by the Fulbright
Commission in late September is expected.
Candidate profile: Candidates at all degree levels are considered, but preference is given to graduate-level students enrolled
in a degree program in any of the following fields: TEFL/applied linguistics; American literature; American studies; and/or
graduate students interested in international education and educational advising. Previous teaching experience is recommended.
Nature of assignment: Grantees will be placed as assistant teachers in English classes at Polish universities corresponding to
the needs of the schools. Details of assignments will be subject to direct communication between a selected candidate and a
designated department, as well as the Fulbright Educational Advising Center. Possible placements include English Institutes at
major Polish universities and the Fulbright Educational Advising Center in Warsaw. Positions combine teaching and/or
assisting at least 10 hours per week and sometimes up to 10 hours per week of educational advising. Time will be reserved for an
independent study/research project. Applicants should submit detailed descriptions of their study or career interests.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: www.fulbright.edu.pl
Portugal
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Language: Proficiency in Portuguese commensurate with the proposed study is necessary by the beginning date of the grant.
Grant period: 8 months, October through May, beginning with a mandatory on-site orientation.
Candidate profile: Applications are welcome from candidates at all degree levels.
Affiliation: Candidates are responsible for arranging their own host affiliations and are encouraged to submit letters of support
with their applications. Fulbright Fellows may register as special students, and thus are able to audit courses relevant to their
projects. Projects may include university coursework, independent library or field research, classes in a music conservatory or art
school, special projects in the social or life sciences, or a combination of these.
1 FULBRIGHT/INSTITUTO CAMOES FULL GRANT
Candidate profile: Candidates at all degree levels are considered in one of the following fields: linguistics, history,
contemporary history, sociology, literature, political science, international relations, communications, language teaching
pedagogy and didactics, fine arts, performing arts and distance education. These fields are limited to subjects related to
Portuguese Language and Culture and preference will be given to projects that are especially relevant to Portuguese-American
cultural relations.
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Language: Applicants should be native speakers of English. Knowledge of Portuguese and/or Spanish is an
advantage. Assistants will be given the opportunity to enroll in Portuguese language courses free of charge.
Grant period: 9 months, October to June, beginning with a mandatory orientation in Lisbon.
Candidate profile: Applications are welcome from candidates at all degree levels. Preference will be given to applicants with
an educational background in the humanities. Previous teaching experience is recommended, but not mandatory. Applicants
should have a demonstrated interest in working with international students.
Nature of assignment: Assistants will be placed in a university by the Luso-American Fulbright Commission. The host
university will tailor the assistantship to its needs and to the assistant's interests and abilities. Activities may include: 1)
assisting in classroom tutorials; 2) providing educational advising to local students interested in studying in the United States;
and, 3) giving presentations related to American studies in English at community organizations.
Ineligibility: For Full and ETA grants: Candidates currently residing in Portugal are not eligible.
Dependents: For Full and ETA grants: No dependent support is available.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: www.fulbright.pt
Romania
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Language: Knowledge of spoken and written Romanian commensurate with the proposal is required by the beginning date of
the grant. English, followed by French, are useful second languages throughout Romania. German and Hungarian are useful in
Transylvania and Banat, especially at the universities in Cluj-Napoca, Sibiu, Brasov and Timisoara.
Grant period: 9 months, beginning with a two-day orientation session at the beginning of October. Attendance at the
orientation session is expected.
Candidate profile: Candidates at all degree levels are considered, but preference is given to advanced graduate students who
plan to carry out individual research and study.
Affiliation: Applicants are encouraged to arrange affiliation and submit letters of invitation. If an invitation is not available,
applicants may indicate preferences for affiliation. Grantees may not attend regularly scheduled university classes. Library
research offers good opportunities, especially for candidates who read Romanian.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $100 per month for one accompanying dependent; by US $200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
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Language: Applicants should be native speakers of English. No knowledge of Romanian is expected.
Grant period: 9 months, beginning with a two-day orientation session at the beginning of October. Attendance at the
orientation session is expected.
Candidate profile: Candidates at all degree levels are considered, but preference is given to graduate students enrolled in a
degree program, irrespective of field of study, who are interested in international education and teaching. Preference is also
given to applicants in the social sciences, humanities/English language and American studies. Previous teaching experience is
helpful.
Nature of assignment: Placement is primarily at universities. Grantees in 2011 were placed in Iasi, Brasov, Constanta,
Timisoara and Suceava. Grantees will assistant-teach under the supervision of an experienced English instructor and will serve as
a resource for conversation, vocabulary, and reading and writing courses. Grantees may also be involved with outreach about
U.S. culture and society.
Supplementary project: Grantees are expected to engage in other activities related to their personal, career, and/or
educational interests. This may be an independent study/research project or other activity, which will not conflict with assigned
assistant-teaching. Applicants should include a brief description of their supplementary projects in their Statements of Grant
Purpose.
Contact: [email protected]
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Language: English is sufficient for project needs, but any knowledge of Romanian/Bulgarian will be an advantage.
Academic year: October through June.
Grant period: 9 months, the first 5 months in Bulgaria, the remaining 4 months in Romania.
Candidate profile: Candidates at all degree levels are accepted, but preference is given to Master's and Ph.D. candidates.
Applications will be considered in the following fields: European studies, East European studies, Balkan studies, Black Sea
studies, political science, social sciences, classical studies, the arts, etc.
Affiliation: Applicants are encouraged to arrange affiliation and submit letters of invitation. Otherwise, they may indicate
preferences for affiliation if an invitation is not available and the Fulbright Commissions will be involved in establishing
contacts at appropriate institutions. The final assignment is coordinated with the Fulbright Commissions.
For information on the Bulgarian part of the program, review the Bulgaria summary.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: http://www.fulbright.ro/
Russia
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Language: Proficiency in Russian commensurate with the purposes of the Fulbright Program and sufficient to carry out the
proposed course of study or research is expected at the time of application. Short listed candidates will be given a 30-minute
telephone interview in Russian in mid-to-late January 2013.
Critical Language Enhancement Award: Read more complete details on the Critical Language Enhancement Award
program.
Language: Russian
Prior Language Study: A minimum of one year of prior Russian study is required for
Research/Study grantees. Dates and Timing: The Critical Language Enhancement Award for both Research/Study grantees and
ETAs is a minimum of three and a maximum of six months in duration, concurrent with the Fulbright grant.
Other Notes: The Fulbright Office in Moscow will play a direct role in arranging a suitable placement for all Fulbright and
Critical Language Enhancement Award recipients in Russia. An intensive language study schedule will be defined after an
initial test of Russian language skill and its evaluation at the host university. All Critical Language Enhancement Award
recipients will need to do their intensive language study at the same universities that will be hosting them for their Fulbright
grants. Critical Language Enhancement Award recipients are responsible for informing Russian hosts of their specific needs for
the language course (group or individual tutoring or a combination of classes; aspects of the language to concentrate on, how
many hours a week and how many months of tutoring, etc.).Research/study grantees are expected to complete 10 hrs/week of
private tutoring or 20 hrs/week of classroom study.Critical Language Enhancement Award Manager: Pamela Jennings,
[email protected]
Grant period: 9 months. Grantees must be able to begin their grants by September 1, 2013. Grantees will attend an in-country
orientation held in Moscow in September/October 2013, and an in-country, mid-year enrichment seminar in January 2013.
Candidate profile: Candidates at all degree levels are considered; however, preference is given to those individuals who are
already enrolled in graduate programs with research projects on topics primarily focused on the Russian regions. Candidates
who have recently obtained a bachelor's degree and plan to pursue graduate work in the future will also be considered.
Applications are welcome in the humanities, social sciences, pure and applied sciences, and the creative and performing arts.
All candidates will be expected to remain at a single location throughout their Fulbright tenure (see Affiliation below) and to
enroll in a minimum of one academic course per semester. Please note that many Russian universities will require that grantees,
especially those conducting research, consult with a local academic advisor; affiliation fees are becoming more prevalent.
Affiliation: Although candidates are encouraged to explore placement possibilities and affiliations and to submit letters of
support, a confirmed placement or affiliation is not required before applying to the program. Priority will be given to those
applicants proposing study/research in Russia's regions (outside Moscow and St. Petersburg). Grantees must affiliate with a
single academic institution for the duration of their Fulbright tenure, and the Fulbright Program Office in Russia determines
academic affiliations for all successful candidates, whether with or without prior arrangements. The Fulbright Program
considers it essential to place fellows in a diversity of locations throughout Russia. Affiliations are not possible in the Northern
Caucasus region, and applications for projects in that region will not be considered. Before finalizing affiliations plans,
applicants should consult with the Fulbright Office in Moscow.
Visa requirement: U.S. citizens with dual Russian citizenship must be able to obtain a Russian visa in their U.S. passports in
order to participate in the program. Candidates should be aware that this may entail renunciation of their Russian citizenship, a
lengthy process.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Contact: [email protected] Website:
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Language: Applicants must be native English-speakers. Although all class teaching is in English, Russian language skills are
required, with a minimum working knowledge of Russian equal to two years of college-level study. Shortlisted candidates will
be given a 30-minute telephone interview in Russian in mid-to-late January 2013.
Critical Language Enhancement Award: Read more complete details on the Critical Language Enhancement Award
program.
Language: Russian
Prior Language Study: A minimum of two years of prior Russian study is required for ETAs. Dates
and Timing: The Critical Language Enhancement Award for both Research/Study grantees and ETAs is a minimum of three
and a maximum of six months in duration, concurrent with the Fulbright grant.
Other Notes: The Fulbright Office in Moscow will play a direct role in arranging a suitable placement for all Fulbright and
Critical Language Enhancement Award recipients in Russia. An intensive language study schedule will be defined after an
initial test of Russian language skill and its evaluation at the host university. All Critical Language Enhancement Award
recipients will need to do their intensive language study at the same universities that will be hosting them for their Fulbright
grants. Critical Language Enhancement Award recipients are responsible for informing Russian hosts of their specific needs for
the language course (group or individual tutoring or a combination of classes; aspects of the language to concentrate on, how
many hours a week and how many months of tutoring, etc.).ETAs are expected to complete 10 hours of private tutoring or
classroom study per week. Critical Language Enhancement Award Manager: Pamela Jennings, [email protected]
Grant period: 9 months, from mid-September through June. Grantees may also be invited to work at English language
summer camps sponsored by the U.S. Embassy in Russia in summer 2013. In addition, all grantees are required to attend an incountry training workshop to be held in Moscow during the very last week of September 2013.
Candidate profile: Well-rounded, articulate, graduating seniors or recent university graduates with the initiative to teach
conversational English in schools and universities are eligible. Undergraduate degrees in humanities, social sciences, and
sciences and those with the interest and ability to talk about American history, government, and civics are preferred. Successful
candidates will not just be teaching English, but explaining their country to Russians who have little contextual understanding of
America. No previous teaching experience is required.
Nature of assignment: Grantees will be placed by the Fulbright Program Office in Moscow, and placement will be in cities
other than Moscow and St. Petersburg. Positions combine 18 hours per week classroom teaching and up to 6 hours per week of
advising/working with Russian teachers of English. An additional 6 hours per week will be reserved for an independent
study/research project or a minimum of 10 hours of intensive language study for those with a Critical Language Enhancement
Award. Applicants should submit detailed descriptions of their study or career interests and also include wellthought-out and feasible projects. These projects should not conflict with assigned teaching and advising responsibilities.
Dependents: No dependent support is available. Dependents are not permitted to accompany grantees.
Contact: [email protected] Website:
www.fulbright.ru
Rwanda
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Kinyarwanda or French may be useful for certain projects.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Kigali.
Candidate profile : Only candidates at the Master's or Doctoral level will be considered. Graduating seniors and others at the
Bachelor's level are ineligible for this country.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an educational or research institution. It is strongly
recommended that applicants identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they include affiliation letters
with their Fulbright applications.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$300 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: English is sufficient. A knowledge of French or Kinyarwanda is helpful.
Grant period: 9 months. The academic year begins in September/October and ends in May/June. A mandatory in-country
orientation will be provided by the U.S. Embassy in Kigali.
Candidate profile : Graduating seniors or graduate students with an undergraduate degree in English or education who are
considering careers in English, education, or TEFL/applied linguistics and who have experience teaching or tutoring will be
considered. Other fields will be considered if combined with teaching experience and/or coursework in pedagogy. Candidates
with an interest in African languages, culture, and history are also encouraged to apply.
Affiliation: For the 2010 and 2011 academic years, grantees were placed at: The Higher Institute of Agriculture and Animal
Husbandry (ISAE), located about 25 kilometers from downtown Musanze (the main district in the Northern Province of
Rwanda and about 2 ½ hours drive from Kigali). The Institute was created in 1989 with the mission to train a sufficient
number of professionals of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine at Advanced Diploma and Bachelor's levels. The ISAE has
three Faculties: Agricultural Engineering and Environmental Sciences (FAEES), Agriculture and Rural Development, and
Veterinary Medicine. The Institute has grown enormously over the past 10 years from 70 students in 1989 to 2360 students in
2010. The classes are conducted in English with a French background for both students and lecturers. The Rwamagana School of
Nursing is located in Rwamagana District in the Eastern Province and is an hour's drive from Kigali. The school started in
September 1962 and is run by the Bernardine Sisters religious congregation. The school provides A1 level (college education) to
nurses and midwives in nursing and midwifery. There are 186 students and a staff of 22 people.
Nature of assignment: Approximately 20 hours per week assisting university professors in their classrooms, plus requisite
class preparation time and school-related activities. ETAs may assist with: developing communication modules, training
academic and administrative staff, and assisting lecturers with their research, lesson plans, and course presentations to improve
the English academic reading and writing skills of university undergraduates for whom English is both a second language and
the medium of instruction at school. ETAs will be assigned as language-learning assistants, but may be asked to be
responsible for teaching entire courses. Placement will be at the university/college undergraduate level.
Housing: The U.S. Embassy will work with host institutions to assist ETAs to identify and secure housing.
Senegal
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Proficiency in French is required at the time of application. Study of Wolof or another Senegalese language is
strongly recommended for in-depth research.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright Grants begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Dakar.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels will be considered.
Field of study restrictions: Projects dealing with secession/border conflict studies, and Casamance separatist studies
particularly, are prohibited due to safety concerns. The U.S. Embassy is unable to place or approve Fulbright placements in
Casamance at this time. Research with medical implications involving human subjects is discouraged, as a lengthy clearance
process with the Ministry of Health is required.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an educational institution, research facility, or other
appropriate institution. It is strongly recommended that applicants identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and
that they include affiliation letters with their Fulbright applications.
Special Opportunities: Fields of study that relate to Senegal's economic development are strongly encouraged. Opportunities are
available for study in a number of areas including: agriculture, art, business, Senegalese/West African culture, development
studies, economics, government, political science, history, Islamic studies, media studies, environment, law, literature,
medicine, natural sciences, sociology, and research on TEFL/TESL.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent; by US$300 per month for two or
more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://senegal.usembassy.gov
Serbia
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Language: Knowledge of Serbian is helpful, but not expected. Grant
period: 9 months, October through June.
Candidate profile: Candidates at all degree levels are considered.
Affiliation: Applicants are encouraged to arrange affiliation and submit letters of invitation. If an invitation is not available,
they may indicate preferences for affiliation. When applicants do not indicate a host institution preference, the Public Affairs
Section of the U.S. Embassy will seek the most appropriate placements.
Visa requirement: U.S. scholars, as well as all accompanying dependents, regardless of age, must register with the local
police within 24 hours of receiving a Serbian entry stamp at a border crossing or airport, and apply for temporary residence
status within three days of arrival in Serbia.
Websites: http://serbia.usembassy.gov
Contact: [email protected]
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Language: Knowledge of Serbian is desirable, but not expected. Grant
period: 9 months, October to June.
Candidate profile: Well-rounded, articulate candidates at all degree levels with an interest in international education and the
initiative to teach conversational English at all levels are accepted. Undergraduate degrees in the humanities and social sciences,
with a focus on English, American studies, or education, are preferred. Successful candidates will not just be teaching English,
but explaining the U.S. to local citizens who have little contextual understanding of America. Previous teaching experience is not
required, but is helpful. Applicants must be native English-speakers.
Nature of assignment: Placement is primarily at universities, but may be in schools or other venues where English-language
instruction is needed. Grantees will teach under the supervision of an experienced English instructor and will serve as a
resource for conversation, vocabulary, and reading and writing courses. Grantees may also be involved with some educational
advising and outreach.
Supplementary project: Grantees are expected to engage in other activities related to their personal, career, and/or
educational interests. This may be an independent study/research project or other activity, which will not conflict with assigned
teaching and advising responsibilities. Applicants should include a brief description of their supplementary projects in their
Statement of Grant Purpose.
Websites: http://serbia.usembassy.gov
Sierra Leone
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: English is the official language and is spoken passably well by most educated people. Krio (a Creole of English
and various indigenous languages) is the true lingua franca in and around Freetown. Knowledge of -- or the services of an
interpreter for -- Temne, Mende, and other indigenous languages may be necessary for field research.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Freetown.
Candidate profile : Only candidates at the Master's or Doctoral levels may apply. Graduating seniors and others at the
Bachelor's level are ineligible for this country.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an educational or research institution. It is strongly
recommended that applicants identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they include affiliation letters with
their Fulbright applications.
Specific program/country considerations: Even by developing-country standards, the transport and communications
infrastructure in Sierra Leone present some very daunting obstacles. Sierra Leone reportedly has the lowest level of internet
connectivity in Africa, and even the country's major government and educational institutions have little or no reliable internet
access.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $200 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US $300 per month for
two or more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://freetown.usembassy.gov
Singapore
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Language: English.
Grant period: Nine months. Grantees planning to enroll in classes at a Singaporean university are advised to begin their
grants in July 2013 prior to the beginning of the academic year. Independent researchers can begin their grants between July
2013 and March 2014.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels will be considered. Applicants wishing to enroll in a graduate program
should note that the grant does not cover the cost of tuition and that there is no guarantee of support should additional time be
required to complete the degree. Applicants are required to indicate in their Statement of Grant Purpose how they expect their
projects to enhance their understanding of Singapore or the bilateral relationship between Singapore and the United States.
Affiliation: Candidates affiliate with Singaporean institutions. Applicants should identify appropriate host institutions for their
projects and include affiliation letters with their Fulbright applications. Applicants wishing to audit classes at the National
University of Singapore or the Nanyang Technological University are strongly encouraged to refer to the universities'
respective websites for information and details. Dependents: No dependent support is available.
Contact: Goh Hwee Lian, Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy Singapore [email protected]
Website: http://singapore.usembassy.gov
Housing: Grantees will be responsible for making their own housing arrangements. Housing costs in Singapore are very high. If
selected, grantees are strongly encouraged to search for housing options prior to arrival.
Slovak Republic
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Language: Knowledge of Slovak is essential to successfully complete a study plan or research in fields such as Slovak
literature, language, history, anthropology, political science, etc. Slovak-language summer school in the Slovak Republic can be
arranged for those applicants whose projects require high Slovak-language proficiency.
Grant period: 9 months. The grant period starts with the beginning of the academic year at the respective host institution,
usually October. Participation in the orientation program (usually at the end of September) organized by the Fulbright
Commission is compulsory.
Candidate profile: Master's and Ph.D. students are requested. Applicants should demonstrate experience in the proposed field of
study or research.
Affiliation: Candidates are responsible for identifying the host institution. Candidates applying for independent research
must include correspondence relating to the feasibility of the project at the proposed host institution. Applicants in
creative and performing arts must submit a letter of support from their respective host or tutor. There are comparable
opportunities for study, independent study or research at all Slovak institutions of higher education in and outside Bratislava,
including Nitra, ilina, Košice, Prešov, Banská Bystrica (www.fulbright.sk, www.minedu.sk) and at the institutions of the
Slovak Academy of Sciences (www.savba.sk). The Fulbright Commission can assist in establishing appropriate contacts, if
needed.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US $200 per month for
two or more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://www.fulbright.sk
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Language: Candidates must be articulate native English-speakers. Knowledge of the Slovak language is an advantage, but not
required.
Grant period: 10 months. The grant period starts with the beginning of the academic year at the respective host secondary
institution. Participation in the orientation program (usually at the end of September) organized by the Fulbright Commission is
compulsory.
Candidate profile: Applications are welcome from graduating seniors interested in teaching English language and American
studies at Slovak secondary schools. Especially desirable are candidates with degrees in English, history, American literature,
or TEFL/applied linguistics and/or experience in teaching and/or coursework in American studies. Other fields will be seriously
considered if combined with teaching experience or an education program.
Nature of assignment: Grantees will be placed as English teaching assistants corresponding to their application and
experience. Details of assignments will be subject to direct communication between selected candidates and designated host
institutions based on the academic profile of the selected candidate, the school's needs, and the grantee's research or study
interests. The Fulbright Commission will assist with the arrangements. Positions will require teaching 15 hours per week.
Dependents: No dependent support is available.
Website: http://www.fulbright.sk
Slovenia
2 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: A working knowledge of the Slovenian language is desirable, but not required unless necessary for the successful
completion of the project. A good command of the language is especially important for Slovene studies. Supplemental language
training (at cost) is available upon arrival in Slovenia. However, English is widely spoken in Slovenia, especially in university
settings.
Grant period: 9 months, October through June.
Candidate profile: Candidates at all degree levels are accepted, but preference is given to graduate-level students who propose
serious projects and can conduct independent study.
Ineligibility: Candidates currently residing in Slovenia are not eligible to apply.
Affiliation: Candidates are responsible for securing their own affiliation at one of the Slovenian universities. Preliminary
contacts and letters of support from host institutions are preferred, but not required, at the time of application. It is not necessary
to have secured an affiliation at the time of application; however, U.S. Fulbrighters must submit evidence of an affiliation at
least three months before arriving in Slovenia.
Specific considerations: Universities are organized according to the European system. University bulletins that list all courses
offered are available each fall. Check websites of Slovenian public universities:
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University of Ljubljana: http://www.uni-lj.si/en
University of Maribor: http://www.uni-mb.si
University of Primorska: http://www.upr.si
For information about research institutes or other independent/private institutions, contact the U.S. Embassy.
Residence permit: U.S. Fulbright students must submit an application for their First Resident Permit at the nearest diplomatic
or consular representative office of the Republic of Slovenia in the United States. Contact the U.S. Embassy for detailed
instructions on the procedure and required documents.
Housing: The Slovenian Government provides a local currency stipend toward the cost of housing.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US $200 per month for
two or more accompanying dependents.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: http://slovenia.usembassy.gov
South Africa
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: English. However, knowledge of other official South African languages may be necessary, depending on the
project.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants start between July 2013 and March 2014.
Affiliation: Applicants should identify an educational institution, research facility, or other appropriate institution, for their
projects and include affiliation letters with their applications. Affiliation is possible at any of the 23 universities or technical
universities in South Africa, and affiliation with other research institutions will also be considered. Applicants are encouraged to
contact the U.S. Embassy's Fulbright Office if they have questions in this regard.
Specific considerations: Please note that the program supports a balanced countrywide distribution of grants. Priority
consideration will be given to proposals for affiliation with previously disadvantaged host institutions and to those seeking
affiliations beyond heavily-subscribed institutions - including the Western Cape.
General comments: The highest-ranking applicant to South Africa will have the honor of being designated the Fulbright/Amy
Biehl awardee. This grant carries the same stipend as other Fulbright grants to South Africa, but honors the memory of Amy
Biehl, a 1993 Fulbright Fellow to South Africa, who was tragically killed while working to help promote multiracial democracy in
South Africa.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent; by US$300 per month for two or
more accompanying dependents.
FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: English is sufficient.
Grant period: 9 months, beginning in January. A mandatory in-country orientation will be provided by the U.S. Embassy in
Pretoria.
Candidate profile : Graduating seniors or graduate students considering careers in education who have a degree in English,
education or TEFL/applied linguistics and have experience teaching or tutoring will be considered. Other fields will be
considered if combined with teaching experience and/or coursework in pedagogy. Candidates with the ability to incorporate or
organize extra-curricular activities - music, art, dance, and sports - are preferred. Candidates with an interest in African
languages, culture, and history are also encouraged to apply.
Nature of assignment: Placement will be made by the U. S. Embassy, at the university undergraduate level and at secondary
schools. Applicants are encouraged to contact the U.S. Embassy's Fulbright Office if they have questions in this regard.
Approximately 20 hours per week assisting university professors and English secondary school teachers in their classrooms,
plus requisite class preparation time and school-related activities are expected. English Teaching Assistants (ETAs) will be
assigned as language-learning assistants, but will not be responsible for teaching entire courses. Responsibilities may include
giving presentations on topics related to the United States, preparing classroom activities, and/or encouraging students to
communicate in English. ETAs may assist in a variety of academic formats from one-on-one tutoring to co-teaching large
groups to improve the English academic reading and writing skills of university undergraduates for whom English is both a
second language and the medium of instruction at school. ETAs will also assist at the secondary school level, teaching English at
lower-level classes to help improve reading and writing abilities of students.
Website: http://southafrica.usembassy.gov/fulbright_program.html
FULBRIGHT-FOGARTY FELLOWSHIPS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
Location: Durban, South Africa
Affiliation: Centre for the AIDS Programme of Research in South Africa (CAPRISA)
U.S. partner: Columbia University
Contact:
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[email protected]
Dr. Nesri Padayatchi
[email protected]
Eligibility: Post-third year medical school; post-graduation from medical school; post-Master's level.
Project descriptions: Fellows would participate in one or more of the following projects:
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The TRAPS Program (Tenofovir gel Research for Advancing Prevention Science) studies are designed to offer
fundamentally new insights into how tenofovir gel works to prevent HIV in vivo, and the biology of HIV
acquisition and control. Its principal goal is to provide the information necessary to design an improved gel
with substantially higher efficacy. The TRAPS Program provides an opportunity to study the impact of topical
antiretroviral pre-exposure prophylaxis in humans on four important aspects of HIV infection viz. innate and
adaptive immune responses, viral dynamics, pharmacokinetics of tenofovir and the role of genital inflammation
in HIV acquisition. At the completion of the TRAPS Program studies we expect to have an enhanced
understanding of whether tenofovir gel has an impact on genital cytokines and CD4+ cell distribution, genital
CD4+ cell trafficking, viral diversity, viral drug resistance and mucosal immunity. Additionally, multiple
compartment tenofovir drug levels will be explored as potential correlates of protection.
The Reducing HIV in Adolescents study, which is currently a matched pair, cluster randomized controlled trial
to assess the impact of a school-based intervention of cash incentivized behavior change on HIV incidence in
grade 9 and 10 children in 14 schools in rural KwaZulu-Natal. The RHIVA essential package includes a
seven-module life skills program delivered to all intervention and control schools. Learners will be encouraged
to achieve three milestones: annual HIV testing, good academic performance and participation in an
extra-mural AIDS prevention (a component of sustainable livelihoods) program. However, only learners in the
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intervention schools will receive a cash incentive for achieving these milestones. The RHIVA trial sets out to
demonstrate that cash incentives can increase desired behaviors to the level where their high uptake reduces
HIV risk and thereby HIV incidence.
The TB Recurrence upon Treatment with HAART study, which opened enrollment in 2009, will assess whether
TB recurrence in treated TB-HIV co-infected patients is due to reactivation or reinfection. In this prospective
cohort study, the mycobacterial strain from new episodes of TB in ex-SAPIT and ex-START trial participants
will be compared to baseline stored mycobacterial to assess whether the recurrent TB episode is due to
reactivation or reinfection. Innate and T-cell immunity will be assessed to identify potential immunological
grounds which predispose to reactivation and reinfection.
The CAPRISA 008 tenofovir gel implementation trial, which is a phase IIIb open-label randomized controlled
trial to assess the effectiveness and safety of tenofovir gel provision through family planning services in
KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The implementation of tenofovir gel through the health services is the next
biggest challenge once tenofovir gel is registered as a medicine and can be legally dispensed in each country. A
major gap exists between the prevention effectiveness achieved in clinical trials and subsequent performance of
the health system in real-life clinical settings.
The CAPRISA 009 study aims to determine whether prophylactic exposure to tenofovir gel alters the
therapeutic response to a tenofovir containing antiretroviral regimen. Women who become infected with HIV
while participating in the CAPRISA 004 and CAPRISA 008 trials will be randomized to either receive
Tenofovir, lamivudine and efavirenz or Zidovudine, lamivudine and efavirenz as their first line treatment
regimen and antiretroviral treatment failure rate at 12 months will be compared.
South Korea
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Language: Candidates with some knowledge of Korean are given preference. Korea specialists conducting dissertation
research must have the necessary language skills. Applicants lacking a working knowledge of Korean must show that their
proposals are feasible and, if selected, are expected to begin language study before arriving in Korea. Candidates without
previous academic training or personal experience related to Korea are advised to include intensive Korean language study in
their proposals.
Grant period: 10 months. Grants begin in late August.
Affiliation: Applicants should identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and include affiliation letters with their
Fulbright applications. Research centers and institutes at leading universities frequently offer affiliation to U.S. students in the
appropriate fields. The Fulbright Commission in Korea will assist candidates who have been offered awards in formalizing their
affiliations.
Visa requirements/Citizenship: Due to recent revisions to Korea's citizenship laws, individuals in the following
circumstances will be considered by the Republic of Korea to be Korean citizens: Korean-American individuals whose fathers
or mothers were still Korean citizens at the time of their births; individuals whose fathers were Korean nationals and were
deceased at the time of the individual's birth; individuals who were born in Korea and adopted by American citizens. If one or
more of these conditions apply to the individual, he or she will be considered a dual citizen of both the United States and the
Republic of Korea as per the revised Korean citizenship laws. NOTE: Prior to applying to the Fulbright Program, any
individual with such dual citizenship must renounce their Korean citizenship in order to be able to obtain the proper visa (A-3)
to undertake a Fulbright grant. Male candidates who fail to resolve this issue will be obligated to fulfill military service
requirements as mandated by the Republic of Korea. All interested applicants who fall under any of the categories above should
contact the Korean Embassy or nearest Korean Consulate immediately to learn more about these regulations and suggested
procedures for citizenship renunciation. Candidates awarded Fulbright grants will be solely responsible for obtaining the A-3
visas prior to their arrival in Korea. Failure to do so may affect the final status of the individual's award determination.
Ineligibility: Candidates currently residing in Korea (or those who will be living there during the 2012-2013 academic year)
will not be considered.
Dependents: No dependent support is available.
Website: http://www.fulbright.or.kr/en/fulbright/student_awards.php
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Language: No Korean language skills are required. All class teaching is in English.
Grant period: Assistantships are for 12 1/2 months (early July until late July of the subsequent year). All grantees must begin
their grants in July 2013 in order to attend a six-week orientation program. The orientation program consists of intensive
Korean language study in addition to extensive training in ESL techniques and navigating Korean culture. Renewals for one
additional year are available, subject to satisfactory cultural adjustment and performance. Relocation to another school may also be
available upon renewal.
Candidate profile : Applicants must specify in the "Special Programs" field of the application whether they are applying for
an Elementary School ETA grant or a Secondary School ETA grant. Elementary Schools: Education majors are especially
encouraged to apply, but applicants from all majors are welcome. Applicants should be preferably under 30 years of age. They
should have the initiative to teach conversational English to elementary school students. Candidates must be native
English-speakers. A background in early childhood education is beneficial, but not required. Also important is a willingness to
accept the challenge of the intensive cultural experience of a Korean homestay. Secondary Schools: Well-rounded, articulate
graduating seniors or recent graduates, unmarried, without dependents and under 30 years of age, with the initiative to teach
conversational English to middle and high school students are eligible. Candidates must be native English-speakers. Also
important is a willingness to accept the challenge of the intensive cultural experience of a Korean homestay and an educational
environment characterized by classes of up to 40 students with a tradition of rote learning. Undergraduate degrees in humanities
and social sciences are preferred. No previous teaching experience is required. Visa requirements/Citizenship: See above.
Nature of assignment: Approximately 20 hours per week of classroom teaching, plus additional time for all needed class
preparation and school-related activities. A mix of co-teaching and independent teaching will vary from school to school and
depends on the school's situation as well as the assistant's background and qualifications. English Teaching Assistants are
assigned to schools in major cities as well as in smaller cities and towns in provincial areas. Assistants are not assigned to
schools in Seoul.
Housing: Participating elementary and secondary schools make arrangements for homestays.
Ineligibility: Candidates currently residing in Korea (or those who will be living there during the 2012-2013 academic year)
will not be considered.
Dependents: ETAs may not be accompanied by dependents.
Website: http://www.fulbright.or.kr/xe/eta
South Pacific Island Nations
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
This program provides opportunities for students who propose to study or conduct research in Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Papua
New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, or Vanuatu. Selection will be made based on the quality of applications,
rather than per-country quotas, making the distribution of awards to countries in the region vary annually, according to the
caliber of applicants.
Language: Knowledge of a local language is encouraged but not required. Applicants without local language skills should
include plans for language study in their Fulbright project proposals.
Grant period: 10 months. Fulbright Grantees will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the
U.S. Embassy in Suva/U.S. Embassy in Port Moresby.
Candidate profile : Applications will be considered from highly-qualified graduating seniors and from M.A. and Ph.D.
candidates for independent research in all fields of study. All grantees should be prepared to work independently with a
minimum of supervision.
Affiliation: Candidates should contact individuals or institutions to establish appropriate affiliations for their projects.
Dependents: No dependent support is available.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: http://suva.usembassy.gov and http://portmoresby.usembassy.gov
Spain
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Language: Proficient written and spoken Spanish is required at the time of application. Graduate studies in the Catalan and
Basque regions usually require a basic understanding of those languages prior to beginning the grant. Academic year:
September or October to June.
Grant period: Up to 9 months. Attendance at a Madrid orientation in early/mid-September is mandatory. Initiating the award
at a later date in 2013-2014 will be considered only in extraordinary circumstances. Doctoral courses may be scheduled any
time during the academic year.
Candidate profile: Advanced graduate students, doctoral candidates, and those with previous research experience will be
given priority. Graduating seniors will also be considered. Applicants must be mature and self-motivated individuals who are
capable of working independently with little supervision. Awards are not offered for the sole purpose of engaging in university
coursework, and course listings may not be confirmed until after universities begin. Projects dealing with contemporary issues are
especially encouraged.
Affiliation: The applicant must secure evidence of prearranged institutional support in Spain. The application must be specific
with reference to the particular kind of materials required and must include any correspondence with institutions. The Fulbright
Commission in Spain will assist in providing access to archives and making contacts after arrival. In the Creative and
performing arts, the letter of affiliation must be from an academic adviser affiliated with a host institution.
Proposal and Personal Statement in Spanish: Applicants must submit a copy of their Statements of Grant Purpose and
Personal Statements in both Spanish and English. When preparing these statements offline in a Word document, the Spanish
language version should be appended after the English version, so that there will be up to four pages for the two Statements.
Visa requirement: Grantees are required to obtain a student visa from a Spanish consulate prior to arrival.
Website: www.fulbright.es
41 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS: REGION OF MADRID
Awards are co-sponsored by the Regional Government of Madrid. Fulbright English Teaching Assistants will assist permanent
teaching staff for up to 16 classroom hours per week, plus up to an additional 2 hours per week for planning and coordination
meetings. Responsibilities include assistant-teaching, in English, subjects such as social studies, science and technology,
mathematics, art, physical education, English language, and in some cases, English conversation classes with school staff.
Language: Proficiency in Spanish is strongly recommended. Applicants must be articulate native English-speakers.
Grant period: 9 1/2 months, beginning on September 15. Attendance at a Madrid orientation prior to that date is mandatory.
Candidate profile: Graduating seniors and recent graduates with the initiative and flexibility needed to assistant-teach in high
schools are encouraged to apply.
Nature of assignment: Secondary schools. Placement will be made based on the academic and extracurricular profiles of the
selected candidate and school needs. Applicants should submit detailed descriptions of their study or career interests and also
include relevant extracurricular activities. ETAs do not assume full teaching responsibility and should be prepared to: serve as
resource persons in conversation groups; provide small group tutorials; serve as attendants in language laboratories; and give
talks related to American studies in classes or civic/school organizations. Some ETAs will be responsible for preparing students
for the Global Classrooms (Model UN) project and will participate in the proceedings. Other ETAs may be involved in special
projects designed by the regional co-sponsor.
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Co-sponsored by the Fundación Botín, these secondary school positions in the Region of Cantabria will prepare students for
the Global Classrooms (Model UN) project. As such, ETAs will be required to assistant-teach, in English, subjects such as
social studies, science and technology, mathematics, art, physical education and English language.
Language: Proficiency in Spanish is strongly recommended. Applicants must be articulate native English-speakers.
Grant Period: 9 1/2 months, beginning on September 15. Attendance at a Madrid orientation prior to that date is mandatory.
Candidate Profile: Graduating seniors and recent graduates with the initiative and flexibility needed to assistant-teach in high
schools are encouraged to apply.
Nature of Assignment: Placement will be based on the academic and extracurricular profiles of the selected candidates and
school needs. Applicants should submit detailed descriptions of their study or career interests and also include relevant
extracurricular activities. ETAs do not assume full teaching responsibility and should be prepared to: serve as resource persons
in conversation groups; provide small group tutorials; serve as attendants in language laboratories; and give talks related to
American studies in classes or civic/school organizations. English Teaching Assistants will assist permanent teaching staff for
up to 16 classroom hours per week and will require up to an additional 2 hours per week for planning and coordination
meetings. The Global Classrooms activity is a priority for these ETAs who will participate in the proceedings.
2 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS: REGION OF VALENCIA
These elementary or secondary school placements are co-sponsored by the Regional Government of Valencia. Fulbright
English Teaching Assistants will assist permanent teaching staff for up to 16 classroom hours per week, plus up to an additional
2 hours per week for planning and coordination meetings. Participants will help to teach, in English, subjects such as social
studies, science and technology, mathematics, art, physical education and English language.
Language: Proficiency in Spanish is strongly recommended. Applicants must be articulate native English-speakers.
Grant Period: 9 1/2 months, beginning on September 15. Attendance at a Madrid orientation prior to that date is mandatory.
Candidate Profile: Graduating seniors and recent graduates with the initiative and flexibility needed to assistant-teach in
elementary and/or high schools are encouraged to apply.
Nature of Assignment: Elementary and/or high school placements will be made based on the academic and extracurricular
profiles of the selected candidates and school needs. Applicants should submit detailed descriptions of their study or career
interests and also include relevant extracurricular activities. ETAs do not assume full teaching responsibility and should be
prepared to: serve as resource persons in conversation groups; provide small group tutorials; serve as attendants in language
laboratories; and give talks related to American studies in classes or civic/school organizations.
10 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS: REGIONAL GOVERNMENT OF
CANTABRIA
These secondary school placements are co-sponsored by the Regional Government of Cantabria. Fulbright English Teaching
Assistants will assist permanent teaching staff for up to 16 classroom hours per week, plus up to an additional 2 hours per week
for planning and coordination meetings. Responsibilities include assistant teaching, in English, subjects such as social studies,
science and technology, natural sciences, music, art, physical education and English language.
Language: Proficiency in Spanish is strongly recommended. Applicants must be articulate native English-speakers.
Grant Period: 9-1/2 months, beginning on September 15. Attendance at a Madrid orientation prior to that date is mandatory.
Candidate Profile: Graduating seniors and recent graduates with the initiative and flexibility needed to assistant-teach in high
schools are encouraged to apply.
Nature of Assignment: Secondary schools. Placement will be made based on the academic and extracurricular profiles of the
selected candidate and school needs. Applicants should submit detailed descriptions of their study or career interests and also
include relevant extracurricular activities. ETAs do not assume full teaching responsibility and should be prepared to: serve as
resource persons in conversation groups; provide small group tutorials; serve as attendants in language laboratories; and give
talks related to American studies in classes or civic/school organizations.
3 FULBRIGHT/INSTITUTO DE EMPRESA GRANTS
The following Full Grants with tuition waivers are co-sponsored by the Instituto de Empresa (IE) Foundation. The IE Business
School in Madrid is one of the world's leading business schools and has a multilingual and multicultural student body. IE is
fully accredited by the three leading accreditation agencies in the management education arena: AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA.
Applicants must apply for admission to both Fulbright and the IE program in question (www.ie.edu; [email protected]).
1 INTERNATIONAL MBA
Language: Basic Spanish language proficiency is required at the time of application. Students may enroll either in the
International MBA English or the International MBA Español.
Grant Period: 14 months for the 13-month International MBA program. Award recipients can join either the April or
November intake.
Candidate Profile: This program is open to graduate students with three years or more of professional experience. Applicants
for the International MBA program must take the GMAT, GRE or the IE Admissions Test. While all three tests are valid as part
of the admissions process, it is important that candidates keep in mind that the GMAT is the most recognized admissions test
for Master's-level business study, and is a test that is valid for five years from the date of completion.
Websites: http://www.fulbright.eshttp://www.ie.edu/business
1 MASTER'S IN INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT
Language: Basic Spanish language proficiency is required at the time of application. The program can be conducted in
English, Spanish, or both.
Grant Period: 11 months for the 10-month program, beginning in February or September.
Candidate Profile: Recently graduated or professionals with up to three years of work experience. This program also provides
the opportunity to specialize in International Business, Sales and Marketing or Digital Business. Applicants for the Master's in
International Management program must take the GMAT, GRE or the IE Admissions Test.
Website: http://www.fulbright.eshttp://master-international-es.ie.edu
1 MASTER'S IN JOURNALISM
Language: Basic Spanish language proficiency is required at the time of application, but the language of instruction is English.
Grant Period: 11-month award for the 10-month program, beginning in October.
Grant Description: This program is offered by the IE School of Communication and is appropriate for recent graduates and
young professionals with 2 to 3 years of experience in the field of Communication. The program features two comprehensive
modules of general, Master's-level Journalism courses. A third module will offer a specialization through electives, practical
application and a final project in one of three tracks: Economics and Business, Political and International Affairs, or Sports
Journalism. Students in this program will have priority access to IE's Media Lab, and will, therefore, have the opportunity to
graduate from the program with a portfolio of original works.
Website: http://www.fulbright.es; http://www.ie.edu/communication
Sri Lanka
4 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Knowledge of Sinhala or Tamil will be useful, but not required. Applicants without local language skills should
incorporate plans for language study into their Fulbright proposals and may join the one-month language training offered to
ETAs . Projects should be designed in a manner appropriate for the language level of the applicant.
Grant period: 9 months, October through July. Fulbright Grantees are advised to arrive no earlier than October 1, after
securing approval from the Fulbright Commission in Sri Lanka for their travel dates, in order to participate in the orientation
program scheduled for early October. In addition, all grantees are required to participate in a Pre-departure Orientation in
mid-June 2013 as a condition of their grants.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels are considered. Preference will be given to candidates who are enrolled in a
doctoral program in an American university. Applicants should present evidence of maturity and ability to adapt to conditions
different from the United States. Fulbright Grantees should be capable of independent research without close supervision.
Affiliation: It is recommended that applicants identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they include
affiliation letters along with their Fulbright applications. The Fulbright Commission in Sri Lanka will arrange academic
affiliations for all candidates offered awards.
Specific considerations: Due to security concerns, study and research in northern and eastern areas of Sri Lanka are not
recommended.
5 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: A basic knowledge of Sinhala or Tamil is recommended, but not essential. The Fulbright program offers a
one-month language training course to ETAs and there are opportunities to continue language study while at the placement.
Grant period: 9 months, October through July, beginning with an orientation program. In addition, all grantees are required to
participate in a Pre-departure Orientation in mid-June 2013 as a condition of their grants
Candidate profile : Applications are welcome from articulate and flexible graduating seniors, recent graduates or Master's
students (Master's students or those who have completed a Master's are encouraged to apply) who demonstrate a high level of
maturity and the initiative to teach English at the middle/ high school level or College level. Candidates must be native
English-speakers and without dependents. Candidates with Master's degrees or degrees in English, Education or TEFL/applied
linguistics, are preferred, but candidates from all majors are welcome to apply. Some previous teaching/tutoring experience is
preferred, but not required.
Nature of assignment: Approximately 30 hours per week of classroom teaching is expected, plus all class preparation time
and additional school-related activities. ETAs will generally teach conversational English and some composition to middle,
early high school and college students.
Housing: Housing arrangements will be made with the assistance of the Fulbright Commission and the host schools/colleges.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: http://www.fulbrightsrilanka.com
Swaziland
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: English, although siSwati may be needed for research conducted in rural areas.
Academic Year : August 1- June 30.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants begin between August 2013 and May 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Mbabane.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels will be considered.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an educational or research institution. It is strongly
recommended that they identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they include affiliation letters with their
Fulbright applications.
Special Opportunities: The University of Swaziland can host Fulbright Fellows in a variety of fields, especially in the
humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, education, commerce, health, environmental sciences, and agriculture.
Research Clearance: Research clearance should be requested before arrival but is usually granted after scholars have arrived
and affiliated with the University of Swaziland's (UNISWA) Social Science Research Unit. Most Fulbright research scholars
choose to affiliate with the University's Social Science Research Unit, which opens access to research facilities and makes it
possible to get a residence permit. UNISWA's mailing address is University of Swaziland, Private Bag 4, Kwaluseni M201,
Kingdom of Swaziland, Southern Africa.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$300 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://swaziland.usembassy.gov
Sweden
10 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: An elementary knowledge of Swedish by the beginning date of the grant is advantageous but not required.
Academic year: Two semesters: mid-to-late August to early June. There is usually a two-week break at the end of December.
Grantees should check with their Swedish academic advisers on the specific dates valid for their institutions.
Grant period: 10 months. Grantees are expected to schedule their academic programs to coincide with the Swedish academic
year. No exceptions will be made to adjust the length of the grant period.
Candidate profile: Well-qualified candidates at all degree levels are welcome to apply. Fulbright Grantees undertake one year
of instruction or research at a Swedish university or research center. Information on studying in Sweden and the Swedish
institutions of higher education can be found at: www.studyinsweden.se . Consideration will be given to clearly-defined
projects requiring a student's presence in Sweden. Applicants studying or conducting research in fields related to renewable
energy or alternative energy sources are encouraged to apply.
Ineligibility: U.S. citizens currently residing in Sweden are ineligible for consideration.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with a Swedish university or research center. It is not
necessary to have finalized affiliation arrangements at the time of application, but grantees must submit evidence of affiliation
before arrival in Sweden. Grantees at a Swedish institution of higher education are expected to conduct full-time study and
must have a suitable academic adviser. Grantees conducting independent research must be affiliated with a Swedish university or
college, research institute, governmental agency, or other acceptable organization. Please see the Fulbright website to access
"Guidelines for Prospective Host Affiliations and Advisors" at www.fulbright.se.
Tuition: Swedish universities and institutes of higher education now charge tuition for foreign students starting from fall 2011.
Research carried out in Sweden by U.S. students will remain free of charge, however, grantees coming to Sweden to conduct
course-work may be required to pay tuition. Tuition waivers and scholarships are at the discretion of the individual
universities. Fulbright grantees will still receive their monthly maintenance allowance of 11,000 SEK for their living costs,
however, tuitions costs will not be covered by the Fulbright grant.
Swedish universities and institutes of higher education now charge tuition for foreign students starting from fall 2011.
Research carried out in Sweden by U.S. students will remain free of charge. However, grantees coming to Sweden to conduct
coursework may be required to pay tuition. Tuition waivers and scholarships are at the discretion of the individual
universities. Fulbright grantees will still receive their monthly maintenance allowance of 11,000 SEK for their living costs.
Tuition costs will not be covered by the Fulbright grant.
General comments: Accommodations in student housing at Swedish universities are extremely difficult to obtain. Please note
that the Fulbright Commission cannot assist in finding student housing. Students must check the websites as early as possible
for housing alternatives at relevant universities and should ask their Swedish academic advisers about possibilities for housing
reservations through the university department. Many university housing offices allow students to register into their queue
systems through their websites even prior to being formally admitted into the university. Having a low queue number is
essential, and some university housing offices have waiting lists of one year or longer. Applicants should not wait until
formal notification of the grant to place their names on the waiting list. Students planning to live in Stockholm should
register themselves at: www.sssb.se. Other websites that advertise short-term housing are: www.blocket.se under the categories
"Bostad" and "Lagenheter," and the English online news at www.thelocal.se.
Dependents: Personal funds will be necessary for accompanying dependents to complement grant benefits, including the
additional cost of day care. A small allowance is available for dependents (spouse and up to 2 children). Dependents must
accompany grantees for the entire grant period to be eligible for the dependent benefit allowance. All allowances are a flat
amount paid in Swedish kronor. Children may be eligible to receive subsidized day care and free schooling, as long as the other
parent is working or studying. It is up to the grantees to contact the schools and day care to negotiate short-term stay and costs.
The Fulbright Commission will not arrange day care or schooling for dependents.
Contact: [email protected] Website:
http://www.fulbright.se
Switzerland
12 FULBRIGHT/SWISS GOVERNMENT RESEARCH GRANTS
Language: At Swiss universities, most courses at the Master's level and higher are held in either English or
bilingually in English and the local national language: German, French, or Italian. A working knowledge of the
local Swiss national language is recommended to facilitate a well-rounded experience. Depending on your research project,
perfect command of the national language may be required.
Candidate profile: Candidates at all degree levels are considered. Switzerland offers academic research
scholarships to excellent students who have a clear research goal. Applications within the framework of a
cooperative program between your home academic institution and an academic institution in Switzerland have some priority.
Affiliation: Candidates must establish an affiliation with a host professor who is willing to supervise your research project at
one of the 12 public Swiss universities. In general, a Bachelor's degree is sufficient for conducting research at Swiss
universities, with two exceptions: research candidates applying to ETH Zurich or the University of Basel must hold a Master's
degree. You may apply only to one Swiss public university in combination with your grant application. Additional information
on
Swiss Public universities may be found at www.swissuniversity.ch
Art candidates: In addition to the 10 grants mentioned above, additional grants are offered in the fine arts,
music, and performing arts through a worldwide competition. Art applications may be for a research project or
Master's study at a recognized Swiss art or music school, which may include Swiss Universities of Applied
Sciences. You may study at any cantonal university of applied sciences or recognized music academy,
conservatory, or art school. Some music academies and conservatories may require an audition in Switzerland
before admission is finalized. The applicant must receive written confirmation from a professor at the chosen
educational institution that the project is feasible at that institution, or admission for a specific Master's program is granted.
Grant specifics: The scholarship is currently valued at 1,920 Swiss Francs per month, plus health insurance
coverage. The scholarship does not include tuition or any other study fees. At present, ETH Zurich and most
universities (EPFL being one exception) waive tuition fees for scholarship holders, but often require payment
of tuition for postgraduate courses. If tuition is not waived, the grantee must arrange payment. Tuition at Swiss
universities is low, compared to the U.S. Grantees pay their own travel expenses to Switzerland; the Swiss Government grant
pays a fixed amount for the return trip at the end of the scholarship period. Grantees are
welcome to bring dependents to Switzerland. However, no dependent allowances will be offered, and no visa support will be
provided for dependents.
Factors Affecting Eligibility: Academic candidates should not have lived in Switzerland for more than one year before the
beginning of the grant. Fulbright/Swiss Government Grants cannot be held in conjunction with another award. Preference is for
candidates who will be under 35 years of age at the beginning of the grant.
Selection Process: IIE conducts the first screening of candidates and makes recommendations to the Swiss Federal
Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS) for final selection. In addition to the general Fulbright application,
recommended candidates must also complete a Swiss Government grant application, which will be sent by IIE to recommended
candidates in December. Both Fulbright/IIE as well as Swiss Government/FCS grant rules apply.
Website: http://www.eda.admin.ch/eda/en/home/reps/nameri/vusa/wasemb/scitec/wassth.html
Taiwan
10 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: A working knowledge of Mandarin or Taiwanese is strongly encouraged but not required. If applicants plan to
conduct dissertation research in Traditional Chinese studies, they must have the necessary language skills. Grant period: 10
months, beginning in September.
Candidate profile : Master's and Ph.D. students are preferred, but graduating seniors and recent graduates will be considered.
Applicants are welcome in all fields of study. Candidates must be willing and able to work with a high degree of independence.
Affiliation: It is strongly recommended that applicants identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they
include affiliation letters with their Fulbright applications. If necessary, the Fulbright Commission will assist award
recipients with letters of introduction and communication, after grants are awarded.
Special opportunity for research: If the research project requires it and the Fulbright Commission approves, up to one-fifth
of the total grant period may be spent in mainland China with unsuspended maintenance.
Ineligibility: The following persons are ineligible: Candidates currently residing in Taiwan (or those who will be living there
during the 2012-2013 academic year) will not be considered. Dual US-Taiwanese citizens. Dependents: No dependent
allowance is provided.
Website: - Fulbright Taiwan (FSE): http://www.fulbright.org.tw
Additional Information: The following sources may be of use: List of Universities and Colleges:
http://english.moe.gov.tw/public/Attachment/18211281771.xls-
Academia Sinica: http://www.sinica.edu.tw/main_e.shtml-
National Palace Museum: http://www.npm.gov.tw/en/home.htm- National Health Research Institute:
http://www.English.nhri.org.tw/NHRI_WEB/nhri.org.tw/NHRI_WEB/nhriw001Action.do- Public Television Service
Foundation: http://www.pts.org.tw- Chinese Language Centers:
http://english.moe.gov.tw/ct.asp?xItem=9693&CtNode=417&mp=1
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Language: No Chinese language skills are required. All classroom instruction is in English.
Grant period: 11 months. All grantees must begin their grants on August 1, 2013 in order to attend a four-week orientation
program. The school year is from September through June.
Candidate profile : Graduating seniors, recent graduates, and Master's candidates who are interested in assisting local English
teachers at elementary or junior high schools in Taiwan will be considered. Education majors are especially encouraged to
apply, but applicants from all majors are welcome. Applicants must be native English-speakers and need to be adaptable,
flexible, independent, and to enjoy working with children. Teaching experience is preferred but not required. ETAs may not be
accompanied by dependents.
Nature of assignment: English Teaching Assistants (ETAS) are placed full-time in one or more elementary schools or junior
high schools, assisting local English teachers. They are in-school 35 hours per week, although only about 20 hours are actually
spent in the classroom. Other work can include: consulting with teachers on American cultural issues and assisting in the
editing or writing of educational materials for English teaching. ETAs are placed in schools located in Yilan County in northern
Taiwan, in Kaohsiung City in southern Taiwan, and in Kinmen County on an outlying island of Taiwan. Other assignments
may also be made. Note: To assist in placement, indicate preferences in the Statement of Grant Purpose including any or all of
the following: elementary school, junior high school, rural area, urban area, minority area, underprivileged area, large city,
small city, town, village, and/or island. Preferences are taken into consideration, but final assignments are based on the needs of
the program.
Independent study: No research or independent study is required. ETA awards are not study/research awards, and teaching
takes most of the grantee's time. In applying, the Statement of Grant Purpose should focus on why the applicant wishes to
teach English in Taiwan and how to make it a memorable cultural experience.
Ineligibility: The following persons are ineligible: Candidates currently residing in Taiwan (or those who will be living there
during the 2012-2013 academic year) will not be considered. Dual US-Taiwanese citizens.
Website: - Fulbright Taiwan (FSE): http://www.fulbright.org.tw
Additional Information: The following information may be of use:- Yilan County Government: http://enwww.e-land.gov.twKaohsiung City Government: http://www.kcg.gov.tw/EN/Index.aspx- Kinmen County Government:
http://www.kinmen.gov.tw/Layout/main_en/index.aspx?frame=18- Chinese Language Centers:
http://english.moe.gov.tw/ct.asp?xItem=9693&CtNode=417&mp=1
Tajikistan
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Knowledge of Russian or Tajik language may be necessary. Language proficiency commensurate with the
purposes of the Fulbright Program and sufficient to carry out the proposed course of study or research is expected by the
beginning date of the grant.
Grant period: 10 months. The academic year begins in September and ends in June, including a winter break.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels are considered.
Affiliation: Applicants are encouraged to arrange affiliation and submit letters of invitation. Otherwise, they may indicate
preferences for affiliation if an invitation is not available. When applicants do not indicate a host institution preference, the
Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Dushanbe will seek the most appropriate placements.
2 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: A basic knowledge of spoken Russian or Persian is an advantage but not required.
Grant period: 10 months. English Teaching Assistants (ETAs) will arrive in early September 2013 to participate in a
two-week orientation in Tajikistan that will include basic Tajiki language training, a city orientation, and observation of English
Language Fellows in the classroom prior to taking up their assignments. ETAs will begin in their respective schools from
mid-September 2013 through June 2014 in accordance with Tajikistan's academic year. In addition, all grantees may be
required to attend a Pre-departure Orientation in mid-June 2013 as a condition of their grants.
Candidate profile : Applications are welcome from articulate and flexible graduating seniors, recent graduates, or Master's
students who demonstrate a high level of maturity and the initiative to assistant-teach English at the secondary level. Candidates
must be native English-speakers without dependents. Candidates with degrees in English, Education, or
TEFL/applied linguistics are preferred, but candidates from all majors are welcome to apply. Some previous teaching/tutoring
experience is preferred.
Nature of assignment: ETAs will likely be placed in Dushanbe or Khujand. All affiliation arrangements will be made by the
Public Affairs Office of the U.S. Embassy in Tajikistan. ETAs will do approximately 16-20 hours per week of in-classroom
assistant-teaching, plus all class preparation time and additional school-related activities. ETAs will generally assist in teaching
conversational English and some composition to early high school or university students and will work extensively with
Tajikistan's twelve English Access Microscholarship implementing partners.
Other opportunities: Under the guidance of the Public Affairs Office, students will also have the opportunity to participate in
numerous community outreach and cultural activities, such as directing reading and conversation groups at the secondary level,
planning holiday events at the American Corners, and assisting PAS with a variety of cultural and educational visitors. Current
participants in other USG-sponsored programs, particularly the English Language Fellows program, will act as local mentors.
Housing: Housing arrangements will be made with the assistance of the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in
Tajikistan.
Website: http://dushanbe.usembassy.gov
Tanzania
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: English, although Kiswahili is strongly recommended and other indigenous languages may be useful or necessary
for certain projects, especially outside of urban areas.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright Grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Dar es Salaam.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an educational or research institution. It is strongly
recommended that they identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they include affiliation letters with their
Fulbright applications. Researchers may be assigned additional local advisers in the clearance process; these advisers should
also be kept informed about progress and any changes with the research.
Research Clearance: Researchers on mainland Tanzania (except students officially affiliated with a university) obtain
research clearance, prior to arriving in Tanzania, from the National Commission on Science and Technology (COSTECH),
e-mail: [email protected]; Website: http://www.costech.or.tz. After clearance has been obtained, upon arrival in
Tanzania, students should pay for and pick up clearance from COSTECH and then apply for residency with the Ministry of
Home Affairs - Immigration Department. The process usually takes about seven working days. Applicants should begin the
application for research clearance simultaneously with the application for a grant—but should not pay any fees (except
application fees) until if/when they are formally offered Fulbright awards. After arrival in Tanzania, field researchers should
allow for a flexible schedule for a month to process COSTECH and immigration documents in case additional documents are
needed, or other clearances are required, dependent on research topic. For example, researchers in forestry, wildlife, medicine,
or any research involving minors, patients, or animals, may need additional clearances from other agencies. Researchers are
advised to apply for clearance early and ask COSTECH whether there is a possibility they will require other clearances. See the
Embassy website below for more comprehensive details on research clearance and related application formats.
Research clearance for Zanzibar: Anyone holding a research permit and staying longer than one week has to apply for a
residence permit. Candidates obtain research approval for Zanzibar by writing to the Assistant Minister of State (Planning), P.O.
Box 874, Zanzibar. They will need to describe the proposed research project and formally request permission to conduct
research in Zanzibar. Obtaining clearance can be a lengthy process, so applicants should begin the application for research
clearance simultaneously with the application for a grant—but should not pay any fees (except application fees) until
if/when they are formally offered Fulbright awards. For researchers who wish to be affiliated with the Zanzibar Department of
Archives, Museums and Antiquities, please call +255 (0) 24 2230342. Current students have suggested this affiliation is a better
way to obtain clearance and residency.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$300 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://tanzania.usembassy.gov
Thailand
4 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Knowledge of Thai is recommended, but not required. Applicants without prior Thai language skills should
include plans for language study in their Fulbright proposals.
Grant period: Research grants are for 10 months. Study grants are for 12 months.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels are considered.
Affiliation: All grantees must affiliate with Thai universities that will act as the direct hosts. Applicants should indicate
institutions of affiliation and include affiliation letters from their host institutions. The Fulbright Commission in Thailand will
assist candidates who have been offered awards in formalizing their affiliations. Dependents: No dependent support is
available.
Ineligibility: Candidates currently residing in Thailand (or those who will be living there during the 2012-2013 academic year)
will not be considered.
Website: www.fulbrightthai.org
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Language: No Thai language skills are required. All class teaching is in English.
Grant period: Assistantships are for 12 months (including a 4 week orientation in Bangkok). All grantees are required to
begin their grants in October 2013 in order to attend the orientation program. The orientation program covers intensive Thai
language study, ESL teaching techniques, and Thai cultural issues. The assistantships require grantees to start from the second
semester and proceed to the first semester of the subsequent academic year. During Thai summer school vacation, grantees are
expected to be engaged in English camps, outreach or other related community activities.
Candidate profile : Well-rounded, mature, and articulate graduating seniors and recent graduates, preferably under 30 years of
age who have the initiative to teach conversational English to primary, middle, and high school students are accepted.
Applicants must be articulate native English-speakers. Also important is a willingness to experience challenges of living in a
less comfortable setting while getting an intensive cultural experience and educational environment characterized by classes of up
to 35-45 students with a tradition of rote learning. No previous teaching experience is required.
Nature of assignment: All placements will be made by the Fulbright Commission in Thailand. Approximately 16-20 hours
per week of classroom teaching, plus all needed class preparation time and school-related activities are expected. English
Teaching Assistants (ETAs) will teach conversational English to primary, middle, and high school students. A mix of
co-teaching and independent teaching will vary from school to school and will depend on the school's situation as well as the
assistant's background and qualifications. ETAs will be supervised by English teachers at the host schools and advised by an
educational supervisor. All ETAs will be assigned to schools in major cities as well as in smaller cities and towns in the upper
north, lower north, and northeastern provinces. ETAs are not assigned to schools in Bangkok.
Independent study: English Teaching Assistantships are not study/research awards and teaching takes most of the grantee's
time. In applying, the Statement of Grant Purpose should focus on the reasons why the applicant seeks the cultural experience
of teaching English in Thailand. Teaching Assistants are encouraged to write about their cultural experiences for possible
inclusion in Fulbright publications.
Housing: Housing arrangements will be made with the assistance of the Fulbright Commission and the host schools.
Homestay opportunities at the sites may be possible, depending on the location of the schools.
Ineligibility: Candidates currently residing in Thailand (or those who will be living there during the 2012-2013 academic year)
will not be considered.
Dependents: ETAs may not be accompanied by dependents.
Website: www.fulbrightthai.org
Togo
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Proficient French is required at the time of application.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Lomé.
Candidate Profile: Candidates need to be self-guided and flexible. They should not expect Embassy support for transportation,
computers or money exchange.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an educational or research institution. It is strongly
recommended that applicants identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they include affiliation letters with
their Fulbright applications. Those interested in affiliating with the University of Lomé should bear in mind that recent student
protests have led to occasional campus closures.
Research Clearance: Applicants should send a letter, a summary of their research proposal and a curriculum vitae (in
French) to the Minister of Education and Research, stating the field, project, period of research, and area of the country that
will be covered by their research. Mail to Ambassade du Togo, 2208 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington DC 20008.
Please send copies of these documents to the Public Affairs Officer, Public Diplomacy - Lomé, Department of State, 2300
Lomé Place, Washington DC 20521-2300.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$300 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://togo.usembassy.gov
Trinidad & Tobago
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Grant period: 10 months. Most grantees choose to begin in the fall, but the start date is flexible. Grants may begin as early as
August. The last possible start date is March 31st.
Affiliation: Applicants are responsible for arranging their own affiliations with an academic institution, research facility, or
another appropriate organization, and for submitting supporting documentation verifying the affiliation.
Visa requirements: Successful candidates are advised to apply to the Trinidad and Tobago Embassy in Washington DC or the
Consulate in New York, for a visa. A visa can also be obtained after arrival with the Embassy's assistance but is costly,
approximately US$150.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://trinidad.usembassy.gov
Tunisia
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: A working knowledge of French or Arabic is required.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Tunis.
Affiliation: Researchers affiliate with the Secretariat d'Etat a la Recherche Scientifique et la Technologie (State Secretariat for
Scientific and Technological Research) in the Ministry of Higher Education. Registration with the Social and Economic
Research and Studies Center [(CERES) Centre d'Etudes, de Recherche Economique et Sociale] is required. It also offers access to
their libraries at no charge. The Center for Maghrebi Studies in Tunis (CEMAT) offers facilitative assistance to U.S. students.
Fulbright grantees are advised to join CEMAT while in Tunis. The CEMAT affiliation fee will be covered by the Fulbright
grant.
Research clearance: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs provides final clearance for affiliation requests, which must be received
at least six months in advance of arrival.
General comments: Grantees cannot enroll in university classes for credit. In some circumstances, with permission from the
university, they can audit university classes.
Website: http://tunisia.usembassy.gov
Turkey
10 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Turkish language ability commensurate with the project is needed. Students who wish to attend lectures and/or
make use of library facilities should have some degree of proficiency in Turkish. Instruction in the universities is in Turkish.
However, most private and some of the state-funded universities use English as the medium of instruction. Grant period: 9
months, mid-September through late June.
Affiliation: Applicants are encouraged to arrange affiliation and submit letters of invitation. Otherwise, applicants should state
their preferences and reasons for placements at a particular institution if invitation is not available. Final affiliation will be
arranged by the Higher Education Council in Turkey with universities, and under professors, close to their fields of study. It is
important that proposals be as detailed as possible.
Website: http://www.fulbright.org.tr
50 FULBRIGHT-YK ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Applicants must be native speakers of English. Knowledge of basic Turkish is desirable but not required.
Grant period: 10 months, September to June. Grantees are expected to attend an orientation in Ankara in late September/early
October.
Candidate profile: Applications will be accepted from adventurous, well-rounded candidates at all degree levels, irrespective
of field of study, with the initiative to assist in teaching conversational English to students in the new universities being set up
by YÖK throughout the country. Preference will be given to graduating seniors in the humanities, social sciences, English
language and American studies. Previous teaching experience is helpful, but not required. Successful candidates will be able to
lead classes with minimal guidance and will serve as cultural interpreters of the United States for their Turkish students and
colleagues. Applicants should submit descriptions of their study and/or career interests. Research proposals are not required;
however, applicants may propose small research projects that will not conflict with assigned classroom responsibilities.
Candidates should indicate whether they are interested in taking Turkish lessons during their assignment.
Nature of assignment: ETAs will be placed in new universities in central, southeastern and eastern Turkey. ETAs will spend
approximately 20 hours per week teaching English (with a focus on speaking/listening skills) and will need to spend a roughly
equivalent amount of time preparing for class and in extra-curricular activities. These will vary, depending on the school's
needs and the particular ETA's personal interests.
Website: http://www.fulbright.org.tr
Uganda
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: English, although knowledge of the local language where one will be conducting research is an added advantage.
Grant period: 9 months. Grants will begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Kampala.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with a university, research facility, or other appropriate
institution. It is strongly recommended that applicants identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they
include affiliation letters with their Fulbright applications. Applicants should be aware that some institutions (such as the
Makerere Institute for Social Research (MISR) and the Center for Basic Research (CBR)) may require an affiliation fee.
However, they should not pay this fee until they are formally offered a Fulbright award.
Specific considerations: Rebel and bandit activity in the areas along the Sudanese border in northern Uganda and in Eastern
Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) along the Western border have in a few instances made these areas unstable and insecure.
Caution should be exercised when carrying out research near these borders. For the latest security information, Americans
carrying out research abroad should regularly monitor the State Department's website at http://www.state.gov where the current
Travel Warnings, Travel Alerts, and the current Worldwide Caution can be found.
Health Considerations: Medical facilities in Uganda, including Kampala, are limited and not equipped to handle most
emergencies, especially requiring surgery. Outside of Kampala, hospitals are scarce and offer only basic services. Equipment
and medicines are often in short supply or unavailable. Researchers should carry their own supplies of prescription drugs and
preventive medicines. Malaria is prevalent in Uganda. For additional information on malaria, including protective measures,
see Center for Disease Control (CDC) Travelers Health website. Information on vaccinations and other health precautions may
be obtained from CDC's website. For information on outbreaks of infectious diseases abroad consult the World Health
Organization (WHO) website. Further health information is available here.
Research Clearance: The Uganda National Council of Science and Technology (UNCST) should approve all research
projects, but candidates should not pay any fees until they are formally offered Fulbright awards. Approval for HIV/AIDS
research must go through the Uganda National AIDS Research Committee.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent; by US$300 per month for two or
more accompanying dependents.
FULBRIGHT-FOGARTY FELLOWSHIPS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
Affiliation: Joint Clinical Research Center (JCRC), Kampala
U.S. partner: Case Western University
Contact: Dr.Peter [email protected]
Eligibility: Applicants must be professionals in medicine, clinical investigation, or epidemiology; or behavioral and social
science research clinicians; and holders of a McBCHB; M.D.; Master's degree and/or Ph.D. degree. RNs with specific training
or experience with HIV/AIDS are also eligible. Candidates who will have just completed their Ph.D. (after the October 2012
deadline) are preferred. Training and research experience in public health, epidemiology or health economics is an added
advantage. Highly motivated students can submit proposals addressing areas such as: operations research with a goal to improve
the care and treatment of AIDS or TB patients in resource-limited settings; informing antiretroviral therapy practice and policy;
HIV/TB prevention, care and management; comprehensive HIV or TB patient care; and enhancing adherence to ARVs and to
improving outcomes of the roll-out and scale-up of antiretroviral therapy in Africa.
Project descriptions:
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AIDS Clinical Trials Group Studies include: “Optimal Combination Therapy After Nevirapine Exposure" and "Maintaining
Options for Mothers Study".
Assessment of the role of routine laboratory monitoring for patients receiving antiretroviral therapy in Uganda: Evaluation
Program for the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief will evaluate the role of routine lab monitoring in improving the
outcomes of antiretroviral therapy among 600 HIV-infected Uganda patients above 18 years of age.
International Clinical Operational and Health Services Research Training Award for AIDS and TB is a collaboration between
Uganda institutions including Makerere University Faculty of Medicine, Mbarara University of Science and Technology
(MUST), National TB/Leprosy Program (NTLP) and Kampala City Council (KCC) and the Case Western Reserve
University.
The goal of the program is to expand national capacity to address the public health and scientific challenges of the evolving
HIV and TB epidemic in Uganda through clinical and field research.
Development of AntiRetroviral Therapy in Africa is an open randomized trial evaluating strategic approaches for the
management of ART in previously untreated symptomatic HIV-infected adults.
Second-line Anti-retroviral therapy in Africa Study. A randomized trial to evaluate the efficacy of maintenance monotherapy
with ritonavir-boosted lopinavir (Aluvia tablets) following initiation with 24 weeks of combination therapy in second-line
ART in Africa.
Anti-Retroviral Research for Watoto is a randomized trial evaluating two strategic approaches for management of
antiretroviral therapy (ART) in 1200 symptomatic HIV infected infants and children in Uganda and Zimbabwe. The first
approach compares clinically-driven monitoring with laboratory-plus-clinical monitoring. The second approach compares a
continuous first line ART three-drug, two-class regimen, comprising two Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors (NRTIs)
plus one Non-Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor (NNRTI), with induction with four drugs (two classes) followed by
maintenance with three drugs.
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Protocol to Evaluate the Safety and Immunogenicity of LFn-P24 as a Therapeutic Vaccine in HIV-infected
Adult.
TIME Table for Regional Expansion of Antiretroviral Therapy Program is an ART access program of the JCRC
that is supported by USAID from the PEPFAR funds.
"A randomized, controlled trial of short cycle intermittent versus continuous HAART for the treatment of
chronic HIV infection in Uganda" Structured Treatment Interruption (STI) Project.
The PharmAccess African Studies to Evaluate Resistance (PASER) Program, a multi-site project in
collaboration with the PharmAccess Foundation, a Dutch multi-service, not-for-profit organization.
Expanding the Availability of Fixed Dose Combination Antiretroviral Formulations for First-line Treatment of
HIV-infected Children - the Children with HIV in Africa Pharmacokinetics and Acceptability/Adherence of
Simple Antiretroviral Regimens CHAPAS-3 Trial.
The Eastern and Southern Africa Research Network for Evaluation of Second Line Therapy in HIV infection:
The EARNEST Trial
Affiliation: Infectious Disease Institute, Makerere University
U.S. partner: Johns Hopkins University
Contact: Dr. Yukari C Manabe
[email protected]
Eligibility: Post-third year medical school; Post-graduation from medical school; Ph.D. students in health sciences
(post-Master's-level).
Project descriptions : Fellows would work in one or more of the following areas:
Testing new TB diagnostics and investigating their role in diagnostic algorithms especially in the context of
HIV.
Operational research on new models of care in TB-HIV co-infection, sexual and reproductive health, discordant
couples, and in young adults who are HIV infected; and evaluation of health systems.
HIV longitudinal cohort research using over 43,000 unique patients' data to answer operational questions
related to HIV prevention care and treatment in both urban and rural settings.
Prevention of early mortality after antiretroviral therapy with empiric TB therapy or through TB and
cryptococcal antigen screening and treatment of positives.
Evaluation of point-of-care technologies for HIV and related infections.
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Ukraine
10 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Language proficiency commensurate with the requirements of the projects and sufficient to carry out the proposed
course of study or research is expected by the beginning of the award. Ukrainian is preferable and Russian is useful. Ukrainian
and Russian language study (at cost) is available at most institutions and can be arranged for those applicants whose projects
would require higher language proficiency. The Fulbright Office in Ukraine can organize Ukrainian and Russian language
training on an individual basis. Please note that additional personal funds will be needed to cover costs for individual lessons or
study with private teachers. Academic courses are taught in Ukrainian, but some universities also offer courses in English.
Supervision by English-speaking professors is available at most universities.
Academic year: Two semesters: usually mid-September through January; February through mid-June. Some universities are
on a trimester schedule.
Grant period: 10 months. The grant period starts with the beginning of the academic year at the host institution.
Candidate profile: Candidates at all degree levels are considered. Candidates capable of working independently are
encouraged. Applications in political science, public policy, media and communication studies, ethnic and minority issues,
multidisciplinary studies, and international education are particularly welcome.
Affiliation: Prearrangement of institutional affiliation is encouraged but not required. When applicants do not indicate a host
institution the Fulbright Office in Ukraine will seek the most appropriate placement and can assist in establishing contacts at
appropriate institutions. An applicant's institutional preferences are taken into account, but the Fulbright Office reserves the right
to place candidates at other institutions, if necessary. Applicants in the fine arts are encouraged to establish contact with
specialists in their fields before applying for a grant and to request invitations to study with them. Potential candidates can
discuss places of affiliation via e-mail at: [email protected]. All grantees will be affiliated with accredited academic or
research-oriented institutions in Ukraine. Grantees are welcome to attend classes. By individual arrangement it is possible to
earn a Ukrainian university degree during the period of the grant. The Fulbright Office in Ukraine facilitates university
enrollment at the applicant's preferred institution if degree courses are available.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US $100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US $200 per month for
two or more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://www.fulbright.org.ua
2 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Knowledge of Ukrainian or Russian is helpful, but not expected.
Grant period: 10 months, September to June.
Candidate profile: Well-rounded, articulate candidates at all degree levels with an interest in international education and the
initiative to assistant-teach conversational English at all levels will be accepted. Undergraduate degrees in the humanities and the
social sciences, with a focus on English, American studies, or education, are preferred. Successful candidates will not just
be teaching English, but presenting on American culture and advising on educational opportunities in the U.S. to local citizens.
Previous teaching experience is not required but is helpful. Applicants must be native English-speakers.
Nature of assignment: Primarily at universities. Grantees in 2010 were placed in Crimea and Ivano-Frankivsk. Grantees will
assistant-teach under the supervision of an experienced English instructor and will serve as a resource for conversation,
vocabulary, and reading and writing courses. Grantees may also be involved with some educational advising and outreach.
Supplementary project: Grantees are expected to engage in other activities related to their personal, career, and/or
educational interests. This may be an independent study/research project or other activity, which will not conflict with assigned
assistant-teaching and advising responsibilities. Applicants should include a brief description of their supplementary projects in
their Statements of Grant Purpose.
Website: http://www.fulbright.org.ua
United Arab Emirates
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: A level of proficiency in Arabic sufficient to carry out the proposed research is required. Most courses at UAE
University are now taught in English, except Arabic, Shari'a and certain law courses.
Grant period: 10 months. Fulbrighters should expect to arrive no later than September 2013. In addition, all grantees are
required to attend a Pre-departure Orientation in Washington DC in mid-June 2013 as a condition of their grants.
Affiliation: The official placement for Fulbright Fellows is the UAE University, where grantees may be affiliated with any of
the University's faculties and departments. However, Fulbright Fellows may be affiliated with other academic institutions. It is
strongly recommended that applicants identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they include affiliation
letters with their Fulbright applications. However, the U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi makes the final arrangements in placing
grantees at the appropriate academic institutions.
Research Clearance: Research clearance is assumed with university acceptance of the grantee.
Specific considerations: Housing has become a major issue in the UAE due to the unavailability of units as well as very high
rents. The case of students coming with families is particularly difficult as there are no dorms equipped to host families.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Contact: [email protected]
Website: http://abudhabi.usembassy.gov
United Kingdom
46 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Candidates may pursue independent post-BA-level research, or undertake a graduate degree program with affiliation at any
accredited academic institution. Of the 46 awards:4 are tenable at any UK institution in England, Scotland, Wales and
Northern Ireland. These 'open' awards are the Commission's most competitive awards and prospective applicants should
consider carefully all award categories before choosing which to apply to.1 Fulbright/Alistair Cooke Award Available in
Journalism, tenable at any UK institution.41 are available in varying amounts on a partnership basis with the Fulbright
partnership institutions described below.
Grant period: One academic year unless otherwise indicated. All grantees in the UK attend a 3-day orientation program on
arrival in September, a 4-day Fulbright Forum in January and a farewell event, the Fulbright 'End-cap' weekend.
Candidate profile : The Commission is seeking applicants who demonstrate:
1. Rigor in scholarly enquiry and academic or professional excellence;
2. Strong reasons for wishing to pursue the proposed project in the UK and at a particular institution;
3. A desire to gain a better understanding of the peoples and cultures of their host country;
4. Commitment to the community through volunteer and extra-curricular activity; 5.
Flexibility and dynamism necessary for active involvement in the host country.
The Commission particularly invites more applicants from media and the creative arts and encourages all applicants to review its
Current Fulbrighters and Case Studies on its website at http://www.fulbright.co.uk.
Ineligibility: Awards will NOT be granted
1. For undergraduate study;
2. To those already resident in the UK;
3. To those who hold a Ph.D. at the time the grant is to begin;
4. To proposals to complete any part of a medical degree, including internships or residencies;
5. To those with extensive previous experience in the UK.
Choosing a host institution : Applicants are responsible for arranging their own affiliations. Proof of acceptance is not
required before or during the application process, but awards are made conditional upon acceptance by the chosen institution
before arrival. Before you begin your application, it is worth taking time to research the best possible place for you to pursue
your chosen course of study, taking into consideration the faculty, achievements, publications and research of the relevant
department in a number of institutions, as well as their locations. Applicants should start by looking at the Fulbright partnership
awards and the fee-waiver institutions described below, all of which the Commission has identified as being centers of
excellence in the UK. Additionally, the http://www.educationuk.org website will give a general overview of what is available.
Dependents: The Commission does not provide any additional funding for dependents or assist with accommodation.
Candidates must ensure that they have sufficient funds to support accompanying family members during their stay. Proof of
such funding will be required at least 4 months before intended arrival date as part of the visa application process.
Visas: Candidates in degree-seeking programs will normally be sponsored by their host institution under the Tier 4 student
visa category. Those undertaking non-degree-seeking projects will be directly sponsored by the Commission under Tier 5
(government authorized exchanges). Grantees are ultimately responsible for obtaining the necessary visas for their travel.
Special considerations: The Commission will contact short-listed applicants by email to arrange brief and relatively informal
telephone interviews (typically in early February), at which stage applicants will need to confirm which university they wish to
attend.
Website: Please visit the Commission's website for full award details, including terms and conditions, before making an
application: www.fulbright.co.uk
Benefits: Benefits will vary, depending on the award which the grantee receives. Candidates undertaking projects at fee-waiver
institutions will pay no tuition fees and will be given a stipend from the Fulbright Commission for international travel and
living costs. Stipends will be £12,000 for locations outside of Greater London, or £13,500 within London. Candidates affiliated
with non-fee-waiver institutions will be required to pay tuition fees to their host institutions and will be given a grant which
may be used towards these fees and/or living and travel expenses. All grants are paid in installments directly to the grantee, the
first of which is typically given upon arrival in the UK. The grant will comprise tuition fees plus a stipend (as
above).Candidates awarded Fulbright partnership awards will receive the benefits described in the award listing.
1 FULBRIGHT/ALISTAIR COOKE AWARD IN JOURNALISM
Named in memory of the late commentator and broadcaster, Alistair Cooke (1908-2004), this award is offered for a candidate
to pursue a year of a graduate program in Journalism in the UK. A useful website for exploring possible courses is the
Broadcast Journalism Training Council, www.bjtc.org.uk/courses.aspx. There is the possibility of an internship with the BBC
for the successful candidate. This award is open to candidates at all experience levels.
Application: Candidates should select UK-Journalism from the Special Opportunities drop-down menu in the online Fulbright
application.
1 LUSK MEMORIAL FELLOWSHIP
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels in the creative and performing arts will automatically be considered for this
award.
General comments : The fellowship is sponsored by a trust established in memory of Charles D. Lusk and Marie Koupal Lusk.
In addition to the Lusk Fellowship, selected candidates will receive a travel grant from the Fulbright Commission. Since
selected candidates will receive a Fulbright Travel Grant, all Fulbright conditions apply.
FEE WAIVER INSTITUTIONS 2013/2014
Cranfield University; University of Dundee; Glasgow School of Art; Keele University; Royal College of Art; Swansea
University; University of Bangor; University of Stirling.
FULBRIGHT PARTNERSHIP AWARDS
To apply for a 'Partnership Award,' indicate the name of the institution in the Proposed Host Country Affiliation section of
the application. Candidates applying for a Partnership Award will be evaluated only with other applicants applying for the same
Partnership Award (a significantly smaller pool than the 'open' grants). All cash awards are intended as a contribution towards
general maintenance costs (accommodation, travel, subsistence, etc.) while in the UK and will be paid in installments directly to
the grantee upon arrival in the UK.
1 FULBRIGHT/ABERDEEN UNIVERSITY AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a Master's degree or a period of research in either Theology and Religious Studies or Health
Services at the University of Aberdeen.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the University of Aberdeen, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/aberdeen-university-postgrad-award
1 FULBRIGHT/ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree program in International Relations at Aberystwyth University.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from Aberystwyth University, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/aberystwyth-university-int-l-relations
1 FULBRIGHT/BRISTOL UNIVERSITY AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree (or the first year of a longer Master's or Ph.D. degree program) in any
discipline at Bristol University.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from Bristol University, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/bristol-university-postgrad-award
1 FULBRIGHT/CAMBRIDGE SCHOLARSHIP
One award is offered to pursue a Ph.D. in any discipline with the exception of programs of study in the medical sciences which
include elements of patient interaction and programs of study for which fees are charged by the University of Cambridge at the
'Clinical Overseas Rate'. Applicants must apply to the University of Cambridge for admission by the 1 December deadline.
Benefits: The awardee will receive a full tuition waiver for the duration of the Ph.D. course. Additionally, a grant for living
expenses for a single person at the Cambridge Overseas Trust's annual rate will be paid in installments directly to the grantee by
the Cambridge Overseas Trust.
Website: http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/cambridge-scholarship
1 FULBRIGHT/CARDIFF UNIVERSITY AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree (or the first year of a longer Master's or Ph.D. program) in any
discipline at Cardiff University.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from Cardiff University, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/cardiff-university-postgrad-award
1 FULBRIGHT/COVENTRY DESIGN AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree (or the first year of a longer Master's degree program) in any aspect of
Design, including product, 3D design, graphics, illustration, or automotive design at Coventry University.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from Coventry University, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website: http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/coventry-design-award
1 FULBRIGHT/DURHAM UNIVERSITY/POWERS AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree program (or the first year of a longer Master's or Ph.D. program) in any
subject at the University of Durham.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the University of Durham, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/durham-university-powers-award
1 FULBRIGHT/EAST ANGLIA UNIVERSITY AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree program (or the first year of a longer Master's or Ph.D. program) in any
subject at the University of East Anglia.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the University of East Anglia, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/east-anglia-university-postgrad-award
1 FULBRIGHT/ESSEX UNIVERSITY AWARD
One award is offered for a one-year Master's degree (or the first year of a longer Master's or Ph.D. program) in any discipline at
the University of Essex.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the University of Essex, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/essex-university-postgrad-award
1 FULBRIGHT/EXETER UNIVERSITY AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree program (or the first year of a Master's degree program) in any
subject at the University of Exeter.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the University of Exeter, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/exeter-university-postgrad-award
1 FULBRIGHT/GLASGOW UNIVERSITY AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree program (or the first year of a longer Master's or Ph.D. program) in any
non-clinically based subject at the University of Glasgow.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the University of Glasgow, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/glasgow-university-postgrad-award
1 FULBRIGHT/IMPERIAL COLLEGE LONDON AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree program in a science, engineering or medical subject offered by
Imperial College London, except those medical courses which involve direct patient
contact.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from Imperial College London, the awardee will receive £12,500.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/imperial-college-london-award
1 FULBRIGHT/INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION AWARD
Intro text: One award is offered to pursue one year of a full-time Master's level program in any subject area offered at the
Institute of Education, University of London.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the Institute of Education, the awardee will receive £13,500.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/institute-of-education-postgrad-award
1 FULBRIGHT/LANCASTER UNIVERSITY STEM AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree program (or the first year of a Master's degree program) in any
subject covered by the faculty of Science and Technology at Lancaster University.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from Lancaster University, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/lancaster-science-and-technology
1 FULBRIGHT/LEEDS UNIVERSITY AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree program (or the first year of a longer Master's degree or Ph.D.
program) in any subject at the University of Leeds.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the University of Leeds, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/leeds-university-postgrad-award
2 FULBRIGHT/LEICESTER UNIVERSITY AWARD
Two awards are offered to pursue one-year Master's degree programs (or the first year of a Master's degree program) in any
subject at the University of Leicester.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the University of Leicester, awardees will receive £12,000.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/leicester-university-postgrad-award
1 FULBRIGHT/LIVERPOOL UNIVERSITY AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree (or the first year of a longer Master's or Ph.D. program) in any
discipline at the University of Liverpool.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the University of Liverpool, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/liverpool-university-postgrad-award
1 FULBRIGHT/LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree program (or the first year of a Master's degree program) in any
discipline at the London School of Economics (LSE).
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the LSE, the awardee will receive £13,500.
Website: http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/lse-postgrad-award
1 FULBRIGHT/MANCHESTER UNIVERSITY AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree program (or the first year of a Master's degree program) in any
discipline at the University of Manchester.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the University of Manchester, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/manchester-university-postgrad-award
2 FULBRIGHT/OXFORD CLARENDON SCHOLARSHIPS
Two awards are offered to pursue a doctoral program (DPhil) in any field (other than medical courses which involve patient
interaction) at the University of Oxford. Applicants must apply to Fulbright via IIE by the normal deadline, and apply to the
University of Oxford by the January application deadline, and be accepted by the University. At the same time as applying to
Oxford, candidates should also apply to the Clarendon Fund by ticking the 'Clarendon Fund' box in the University of Oxford
Scholarships section of the Application Form for Graduate Study. Only candidates who are selected by both Fulbright and
Clarendon will be considered for a Fulbright-Oxford Clarendon Scholarship.
Benefits: The grant will fully cover tuition fees and maintenance costs for the duration of the 3 or 4 year degree program.
Website: http://www.clarendon.ox.ac.uk/partnership
1 FULBRIGHT/ROEHAMPTON UNIVERSITY AWARD IN DANCE
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree program (or the first year of a Master's degree program) in Dance at
Roehampton University London.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from Roehampton University, the awardee will receive £13,500.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/roehampton-university-award-in-danc
e
1 FULBRIGHT/SHEFFIELD UNIVERSITY AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree program (or the first year of a Master's degree program) in any
discipline at the University of Sheffield.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the University of Sheffield, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/sheffield-university-postgrad-award
1 FULBRIGHT/SOUTHAMPTON UNIVERSITY AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree program (or the first year of a Master's degree program) in any
discipline at the University of Southampton.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the University of Southampton, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/southampton-university-award
5 FULBRIGHT/STRATHCLYDE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH AWARDS
Five Fulbright Awards are offered for the first year of postgraduate study by research (Ph.D., MPhil, MRes only) at the
University of Strathclyde, Glasgow. Awards will be made in each of the university's four schools: Faculty of
Science (1 award for a 3-year Ph.D.); Faculty of Engineering (1-year research degree program or the first year of a Ph.D.);
Strathclyde Business
School (1 award for a 3-year Ph.D.); and, Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences (2 awards for a 1-year research degree
program or the first year of a Ph.D.).
Benefits: For a 1-year research project, a full tuition fee waiver will be offered and additionally the awardee will receive
£12,000. For a 3-year Ph.D. course, tuition fees will be paid and a living/maintenance stipend of approximately £12,000 for
each of the 3 years will be paid.
Website: http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/strathclyde-research-awards
1 FULBRIGHT/SUSSEX UNIVERSITY AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree (or the first year of a longer Master's or Ph.D. program) in any
discipline at the University of Sussex.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the University of Sussex, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/sussex-university-postgrad-award
1 FULBRIGHT/UNIVERSITY COLLEGE FALMOUTH MEDIA AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a Master's degree in Media Studies at University College, Falmouth in one of the following
courses: Television Production, Broadcast Journalism, International Journalism, Creative Advertising, Professional Writing, or
Professional Photography.
Benefits: All tuition fees are waived for the grantee. The living/maintenance grant is £15,000. This funding is intended as a
contribution towards general maintenance costs and reimbursement for travel to the UK. An additional allowance of up to
£1,000 is available to support travel for interaction with UK publishing and/or media companies.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/falmouth-postgrad-award-in-media
1 FULBRIGHT/UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON AWARD
One award is offered to a U.S. graduate student admitted to University College London (UCL) to study full-time. The award
will be given to pursue a one-year Master's degree program (or the first year of a longer Master's or Ph.D. program) in any
subject at the University. Students admitted to joint programs taught at UCL and another university are not eligible for the
award.
Benefits: In addition to UCL covering the full tuition fee costs, the awardee will receive £13,500.
Website: http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/ucl-postgraduate-award
1 FULBRIGHT/UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS LONDON AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree program (or the first year of a Master's degree program) in any
discipline at the University of the Arts London.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the University of the Arts London, the awardee will receive £13,500.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/university-of-the-arts-london-award
1 FULBRIGHT-WARWICK UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree (or the first year of a longer Master's or Ph.D. program) in any
discipline at Warwick University.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from Warwick University, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/warwick-university-postgrad-award
1 FULBRIGHT/YORK UNIVERSITY AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree (or the first year of a longer Master's or Ph.D. program) in any
discipline at the University of York.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the University of York, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/york-university-postgrad-award
1 FULBRIGHT/BIRMINGHAM UNIVERSITY AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's or higher research program (or the first year of a Master's or higher research
degree program) in any subject at the University of Birmingham.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the University of Birmingham, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website: www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/birmingham-university-award
1 FULBRIGHT/KENT UNIVERSITY AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's or higher research program (or the first year of a Master's or higher research
degree program) in Social Policy, History or Law at the University of Kent.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the University of Kent, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website: www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/kent-university-postgrad-award
1 FULBRIGHT/NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's or higher research program (or the first year of a Master's or higher research
degree program) in any subject at the University of Nottingham.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the University of Nottingham, the awardee will receive £12,000.
Website:
www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/nottingham-university-postgrad-award
1 FULBRIGHT/NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's or higher research program (or the first year of a Master's or higher research
degree program) in any subject at the University of Newcastle Upon Tyne.
Benefits: In addition to a full tuition fee waiver from the University of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, the awardee will receive
£12,000. Website:
www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/newcastle-upon-tyne-postgrad-award
1 FULBRIGHT/UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON TECHNOLOGY ENTREPRENEURSHIP
AWARD
One award is offered to pursue a one-year MSc in Technology Entrepreneurship at University College London (UCL).
Benefits : In addition to tuition being covered by University College London, the awardee will receive £13,500.
Website: www.fulbright.co.uk/fulbright-awards/for-us-citizens/postgraduate-student-awards/ucl-technology-entrepreneurship
Uruguay
2 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Proficient spoken and written Spanish is required at the time of application.
Grant period: 9 months, March to November. Candidates are strongly encouraged to plan their grant project for the academic
year since universities are closed during December, January, and February and, therefore, little academic work can be
accomplished. An orientation seminar for grantees is held in March.
Candidate profile : Advanced graduate students working on doctoral dissertations are preferred. However, serious
consideration will be given to Master's students, graduating seniors, and recent Bachelor's graduates who present significant
study or research projects and establish an affiliation with an academic institution for coursework or research support.
Affiliation: The Universidad de la República (State University) is free and offers courses in any field of study or professional
education. There are also four private universities as well as private research institutes such as CLAEH (Centro
Latinoamericano de Economía Humana), INIA (Instituto Nacional de Investigacion Agropecuaria) and LATU (Laboratorio
Tecnológico del Uruguay). Applicants are encouraged to initiate contact with the host institution of their preference and to
include their letter of invitation or support with the application. The Fulbright Commission in Uruguay will assist grantees in
confirming a host institution affiliations or recommending alternate affiliations. Candidates who seek to earn a degree from a
Uruguayan university will not be considered.
Tuition: The State University is free. The Fulbright Commission has cooperative agreements with some of the private
universities that allow grantees to take courses without charge.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$100 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$200 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://www.fulbright.org.uy
Uzbekistan
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: Knowledge of Russian or Uzbek language may be necessary. Language proficiency commensurate with the
purposes of the Fulbright Program and sufficient to carry out the proposed course of study or research is expected by the
beginning date of the grant.
Grant period: 10 months. The academic year begins in September and ends in June, including a winter break.
Affiliation: It is preferred that applicants arrange an affiliation or indicate preferences for affiliation. A letter of Invitation
from a host institution is helpful. When applicants do not indicate a host institution preference, the Public Affairs Section of the
U.S. Embassy in Tashkent will seek the most appropriate placements.
Research Clearance: Uzbekistan applicants should keep in mind that clearance from the Republic of Uzbekistan is required
for all Fulbright assignments, which has been difficult to obtain in recent years despite U.S. Embassy efforts to obtain
acceptances and placements through high-level discussions with the host government. The last Fulbright student was accepted in
2005. Applicants should consider submitting a proposal that includes teaching English language courses in addition to their
research in other topics. Applicants are also encouraged to list an alternate country on their application in the Central Asia
region. Projects regarding subjects that are socially, culturally, or politically sensitive may be denied clearance. The U.S.
Embassy in Tashkent applies for all necessary clearances. As the clearance process can take several months or more, interested
applicants should contact the Embassy well in advance of the application deadline.
Website: http://uzbekistan.usembassy.gov/exchanges.html
Venezuela
2 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Special Note for Study/Research and ETA applicants: In recent years, several grantees were unable to obtain a courtesy
visa in time to carry out their grants in Venezuela. If this occurs, selected grantees may be able to transfer their projects to
another country in the Western Hemisphere. Therefore, applicants to Venezuela must be flexible and open to changes in the
event of visa complications.
Language: Proficient spoken and written Spanish is required at the time of application.
Grant period: 10 months. Fulbright Fellows have some flexibility in terms of start dates, but most grantees begin in early
September.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels are considered. Applications from graduate students at the M.A. or Ph.D.
level pursuing fields of study related to law/administration of justice, education/civic education, economics,
environment/ecology, physical and biological sciences, history, social communication/mass media, international relations,
political science, public policy, public administration and women's studies are especially encouraged.
Field of study restrictions: Anthropology or Ethnobotany projects involving field research; border issues; and administration
of justice related to drug trafficking will not be considered.
Affiliation: Successful applicants usually include evidence of contacts with relevant organizations. The Public Affairs Section
at the U.S. Embassy in Caracas cannot arrange final affiliations, but will help grantees in confirming arrangements and in
easing logistical problems.
Research Clearance: When required, grantees must obtain clearances through their affiliation contacts prior to beginning their
projects.
4 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: Proficient spoken and written Spanish are required at the time of application.
Grant period: 10 months, mid-September to July, beginning with a mandatory orientation program.
Candidate profile : Applicants should be mature and articulate graduating seniors, recent graduates, or enrolled Master's-level
students. For placements, applicants at Binational Centers (BNC) should be energetic, enthusiastic, and able to relate to
pre-teen and teenage students. An awareness of and sensitivity to current events in the host country are essential in this program.
No previous teaching experience is required, but a demonstrated interest in education and learning is strongly recommended.
Nature of assignment: Grantees are placed by the Program at a Binational Center (BNC) affiliated with the U.S. Embassy (in
Merida, Maracaibo or Caracas) or at one of several universities in cities throughout the country that are affiliated with the ETA
program. Up to 30 hours per week will be spent in activities related to the ETA assignment. These may include leading
language learning classes, facilitating conversation groups, and/or presenting lectures/discussions on U.S. culture and society to
young students. Applicants should indicate if they have a preference for a BNC or university placement; such requests will be
considered, but are not guaranteed. In addition, grantees will be called upon to make presentations on an aspect(s) of U.S.
culture and society, e.g., music, art, law, journalism, etc., within their host community. Drawing on their own background,
experience and interest, applicants should describe how they would incorporate such topics in their classroom and community
activities in the Statement of Grant Purpose. ETA grantees also may pursue an independent research, study or volunteer project.
The project is a secondary activity that will supplement the grantee's ETA responsibilities. Applicants should briefly describe
this project plan in the Statement of Grant Purpose.
Housing: Housing arrangements will be made with the assistance of the U.S. Embassy and BNCs or the university.
Dependents: No dependent support is available.
Vietnam
7 FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: A working knowledge of Vietnamese is recommended but not required. Those without Vietnamese language skills
should include plans for Vietnamese language study in their proposals and must study Vietnamese concurrent with their
research after arriving in Vietnam.
Grant period: 10 months. Grantees must begin their grants in September 2013 or January 2014 in order to attend a mandatory
in-country orientation. The exact start date is subject to agreement with the host institution and the U.S. Embassy in Hanoi.
Affiliation: Candidates will affiliate with Vietnamese universities. It is strongly recommended that applicants identify
appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they include affiliation letters with their Fulbright applications.
Grantees are encouraged to give back to their host institutions by assisting with English language training for faculty members
and/or conducting professional seminars. Final affiliation arrangements will be made in cooperation with the U.S. Embassy in
Hanoi.
Ineligibility: Candidates currently residing in Vietnam (or those who will be living there during the 2012-2013 academic year)
will not be considered.
Website: http://vietnam.usembassy.gov/fulbright.html
10 FULBRIGHT ENGLISH TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Language: No Vietnamese language skills are required. All instruction is in English. All candidates should plan to incorporate
Vietnamese language study into their grant terms.
Grant period: 10 months. Grants begin with a 1-month in-country orientation that starts in August 2013.
Candidate profile : Applicants should be mature, articulate graduating seniors and Master's-level students who are committed
to working and living in a Vietnamese university/community college setting. Applicants must be native English-speakers. No
previous teaching experience is required.
Nature of assignment: Grantees will work up to 30 hours per week, including 16 hours of teaching, listening and speaking to
credited students. The other 14 hours will be for organizing language-related cross-cultural student activities, plus preparation
time. The mix of activities will vary from school to school depending on the needs of the school and the assistant's background
and qualifications.
Independent study: Applicants should not plan an independent study or research project. English Teaching Assistantships are
not study/research awards, and teaching-related activities take most of the grantees' time. The Statement of Grant Purpose
should focus on why the applicant wishes to participate in the program in Vietnam and how he/she will make it a memorable
cultural experience.
Housing: Housing arrangements will be made by the host institutions.
Ineligibility: Candidates currently residing in Vietnam (or those who will be living there during the 2012-2013 academic year)
will not be considered.
Dependents: ETAs may not be accompanied by dependents.
Visas: Host institutions will apply for visas on behalf of the ETA's. They will be responsible for requesting the initial visas and
any necessary visa extensions in Vietnam. The ETA's are responsible for any application fees when applying for the visas in the
U.S. Please note that ETA's are required to bring with them valid criminal background checks from their local police and
notarized copies of their university diplomas as part of the process of obtaining work permits in Vietnam.
Website: http://vietnam.usembassy.gov/fulbright.html
Zambia
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS
Language: English, although knowledge of an indigenous language may be useful or necessary for certain projects, especially
outside of urban areas.
Grant period: 9 months. Fulbright grants begin between August 2013 and March 2014, subject to the approval of the U.S.
Embassy in Lusaka.
Candidate profile : Candidates at all degree levels will be considered. Applications are sought in all appropriate disciplines,
but applications in the following disciplines are preferred: Agriculture, Anthropology, Area Studies, Business Administration,
Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Information Sciences, Political Science, and Public
Administration.
Affiliation: It is the applicant's responsibility to secure affiliation with an educational institution, research facility, or other
appropriate institution. It is strongly recommended that they include affiliation letters with their Fulbright applications. Two
possible universities with which to affiliate are Copperbelt University (CBU) and University of Zambia (UNZA). Copperbelt
University, located in Kitwe, is at the heart of Zambia's mining sector. It is the second-largest of the state-run universities in
Zambia, with more than 7,000 students. For more information please see: www.cbu.edu.zm/. University of Zambia, in Lusaka,
is the nation's largest university. For more information please see: http://www.unza.zm/.
Dependents: The grant is increased by US$200 per month for one accompanying dependent and by US$300 per month for two
or more accompanying dependents.
Website: http://zambia.usembassy.gov
Contact Information: Allison L. Hummel, U.S. Embassy Education [email protected]
FULBRIGHT-FOGARTY FELLOWSHIPS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Affiliation: Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ)
U.S. partner: University of Alabama, Birmingham
Contact:
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Dr. Benjamin Chi
[email protected]
Eligibility: PhD candidate in biostatistics or PhD candidate in epidemiology with experience working with large observational
databases.
Project descriptions: CIDRZ is a non-profit company based in Lusaka, Zambia with affiliations with the University of
Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). We have a strong academic mission of service, research, and training. The CIDRZ team
comprises faculty members from UAB and the University of Zambia, two Masters-level biostatisticians, and four data
managers.
We look to recruit a PhD student in biostatistics or epidemiology to work with our core research team in Lusaka.
We are looking for an individual with practical and theoretical expertise in longitudinal analyses, clustered data, hierarchical
data, parametric survival models, multiple imputation, and/or GIS. We envision our Fulbright-Fogarty Fellow taking a senior
role, helping to address both practical and theoretical issues in the design of our studies and analyses. This will include use of
conventional analytical techniques as well as the development of innovative approaches for commonly faced data issues. Our
fellow will be expected to participate in the analysis of data and development of manuscripts, both as a primary author and as a
co-author. Training local staff - both Zambian and expatriate - will also be a core responsibility.
Our fellow will dedicate substantial time to one of our two longitudinal databases, both unparalleled in size in the developing
world. Our programmatic database for HIV care and treatment contains data of more than 280,000 patients across more than 70
sites nationwide. Since 2006, we have published extensively using this data, including 17 articles in leading peer-reviewed
journals and 27 conference abstracts. Our database for obstetrical care in Lusaka has similar potential, with medical information
for over 250,000 women now entered. We are currently planning multiple analyses in the areas of maternal-child health and
obstetrical outcomes, and envision our fellow taking a prominent role in the development of this scientific agenda. In addition,
CIDRZ has several other study databases that would be available, depending on the interests and area(s) of expertise of our
fellow. For example, we have collected extensive data through a repeat cross-sectional community survey in Lusaka since 2004.
So far, the survey has been repeated nine times, with 3,600 households included in each round. The multi-country PEARL
study has similar data across 43 communities in Zambia, Cote d'Ivoire, Cameroon, and South Africa, with data focused on
maternal-child outcomes. CIDRZ investigators oversee an additional 40 protocols in Zambia. All represent potential for
substantial productivity for candidates interested in global health.
Administration
of the Program
The Fulbright Program is authorized by Public Law 87-256, the
Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961. The purpose of the program is “to enable the government of the United
States to increase mutual understanding between the people of
the United States and the people of other countries.” The primary
source of funding is an annual appropriation made by the U.S.
Congress to the U.S. Department of State. Participating foreign
governments and host institutions in many countries and in the
U.S. also contribute financially through cost-sharing as well as by
indirect support such as supplementary salaries, tuition waivers,
university housing, or other benefits. Grants are made to U.S. citizens and nationals of other countries for a variety of educational
activities, primarily university teaching, advanced research, graduate study, and teaching in elementary and secondary schools.
administration
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Agencies Administering Grant Competitions
under The Fulbright Program
Each program listed below has a different deadline and a different application form. The competitions are conducted independently of each other.
In any given year, a candidate may apply either to the Fulbright U.S. Student Program or to the Fulbright U.S.
Scholar Program, but not to both. However, a candidate may apply to either of the aforementioned programs and also
to the Department of Education and/or the Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program in the same year.
For modern foreign language and area studies on both the pre- and postdoctoral levels:
 U.S. Department of Education
IEGPS
1900 K Street, NW
Washington DC 20206-8521
Tel: (202) 502-7632 Fax: (202)502-7860
Website: www.ed.gov/programs/iegpsddrap/applicant.htm
Two programs are available for the purpose of developing modern non-Western language and area studies programs in
U.S. schools and universities:
• The Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad (DDRA) program enables advanced graduate students who plan to
teach in U.S. institutions of higher education to pursue doctoral dissertation research overseas in modern foreign
languages and area studies. Grants are not given for Western Europe.
• The Faculty Research Abroad program enables members of U.S. institutions of higher education to pursue a
year of study and research abroad to strengthen the modern non-Western language and area studies curricula at
their institutions.
For teaching abroad in foreign institutions:
 Fulbright Teacher Exchange Programs, administered on behalf of U.S. Department of Education by
Institute of International Education (IIE)
1400 K Street NW, Suite 700
Washington, DC 20005
Fulbright Classroom Teacher Exchange Program
202-326-7774 
[email protected]
Distinguished Fulbright Awards in Teaching Program
202-326-7778 
[email protected] 
Website: www.fulbrightteacherexchange.org
•The Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program provides opportunities for elementary and secondary school teachers,
college instructors, and those at the assistant professor level to teach at foreign institutions for one academic year.
For postdoctoral research and university lecturing:
Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program administered on behalf of the U.S. Department of State by
 Council for International Exchange of Scholars
1400 K Street, NW, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20005
202.686.4000  Fax: 202-686-4029 
•University lecturing and postdoctoral research. Candidates holding a doctoral degree at the time of application should apply to the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program through the Council for International Exchange of Scholars (CIES).
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Website: www.cies.org
grants for graduate study abroad
Fulbright Grants for
Graduate Study Abroad
2012/2013 Competition Statistics
These statistics may assist you in selecting your country of application.
These statistics can be found online at http://us.fulbrightonline.org/statistics
grants for graduate study abroad
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Glossary of Terms
Certain words and acronyms appear throughout this brochure. Below, for your information, is an explanation of some
of the more common terms.
Board or FSB
J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board. The FSB is composed of 12 educational and public
leaders appointed by the president of the United States. Within its statutory authority the Board supervises
the administration of the program, establishes criteria for the selection of candidates, and approves candidates for awards.
CAO Cultural Affairs Officer. The person at a U.S. Embassy responsible for monitoring and supervising educational
and cultural exchange programs, assisting with placement of grantees, and providing support services to
grantees in non-commission countries. In some countries the Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy may consist of only one officer—the PAO (Public Affairs Officer)—who may be the responsible person.
In others, there may be an ACAO (Assistant Cultural Affairs Officer) or APAO (Assistant Public Affairs Officer).
Fulbright Commission/Foundation Binational, autonomous entities that are established on the basis of an intergovernmental agreement to plan, administer, and supervise the Fulbright Program in their respective countries. A Fulbright Commission is overseen by a binational board of directors, which usually includes representatives of the American Embassy and the host government. In most cases, both governments, as well as private
organizations, provide funding and/or other support.
FPA
Fulbright Program Adviser. The person on your campus appointed by the president of your college or university to serve as the contact on campus for the distribution of publicity, provision of guidance, receipt and
transmittal of applications to IIE, and the conduct of on-campus interviews. If you are unsure whom to contact on your campus, please see the U.S. Student Fulbright Program Website at http://www.us.fulbrightonline.
org.
IIE Institute of International Education. The private, non-profit agency under contract to the U.S. Department of State to organize publicity, receive and process applications and, through its National Screening
Committees, make recommendations to the Board for graduate study grants under the U.S. Student Fulbright Program. Under agreements with foreign governments, universities, and private donors, the Institute
performs the same functions with regard to grants sponsored by them.
Post A U.S. Department of State Embassy or Consulate.
PAS
The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy is responsible for all public affairs activities, including
educational and cultural exchanges, as well as speaker programs, press activities, etc. The PAS is the supervisory agency for the Fulbright Program in a country with no Commission/Foundation.
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glossary of terms
BROChures for At-large students may be obtained from:
IIE/New York
U.S. Student Programs
Institute of International Education
809 United Nations Plaza
New York NY 10017-3580
Tel: (212) 984-5330
Website: www.us.fulbrightonline.org
At-large students from Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia,
West Virginia and New England should contact the U.S. Student Programs Division at the New York address above.
Or from one of IIE’s Regional centers:
IIE/Washington DC
To register for student information sessions only. See inside front cover. All other inquiries call 212 984-5327.
1400 K Street, NW
Washington DC 20005
[email protected]
IIE/Midwest
Serving: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin.
25 E. Washington Street., Ste. 1735
Chicago IL 60602
Tel: (312) 346-0026
IIE/Rocky Mountain
Serving: Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri,
Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota,
Utah, and Wyoming.
475 17th Street, Suite 800
Denver CO 80202
Tel: (303) 837-0788
IIE/Southern
Serving: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi,
North Carolina, Oklahoma, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas.
1800 West Loop South, Suite 250
Houston TX 77027
Tel: (713) 621-6300
IIE/West Coast
Serving: Alaska, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington.
530 Bush Street, Suite 1000
San Francisco CA 94108
Tel: (415) 362-6520
Department of State Publication
Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs
Released April 2010
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