Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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About
The Fulbright Program is an international education program, established in 1946, sponsored by the U.S. government with the goal of facilitating relationships between the U.S. and other countries. Specifically, the U.S. Student Program awards fellowships to recent bachelor’s graduates, master’s and doctoral students, young professionals and artists for study and research abroad. This program also has an English Teaching Assistantships Program. Students can apply to study almost anywhere in the world, although certain countries are prohibited.
Award
Typically, students receive Full or ETA grants, which include full or partial tuition (dependent on country), book and research allowances*, maintenance allowance, health benefits package, language/orientation courses (where appropriate), and mid-term enrichment activities (dependent on country). *A Fulbright grant typically provides funds for research, books, and supplies, but if your specific project requires more extensive research support, you may need to seek additional sources of funding. An ETA grant is not project-driven as is the research grant.
Time
1 academic year (9-12 months). Dates depend on host country’s academic calendar.
Number
Varies widely depending on country of choice. Please see the Fulbright website for details.
Who’s Eligible
U.S. citizens with at least a bachelor’s degree at beginning of program’s tenure. Students who already have a doctoral degree are not eligible (although a J.D. degree is acceptable). Candidates in the creative or performing arts or young professionals need at least 4 years professional experience in the field for which they are applying.
Selection Process
Highly competitive, although statistically more difficult in some countries/regions due to popularity. See the U.S. Fulbright website for details. Applicants are expected to already have adequate formal training for their proposed study or research. In part, applicants are selected on the basis of academic and/or professional record, language preparation, feasibility of the proposed project, and personal qualifications. Other factors that may pertain to an individual’s application are detailed on the Fulbright website.
Pre-Application Process
OES Pre-application is due September 2, 2008. This pre-application alerts the OES that you intend to apply for a Fulbright and allows us to meet with you and discuss your application materials and prospects. Click here for pre-application form for research and study grants; click here for pre-application for ETA grants. NOTE: you will need the latest version of Adobe Reader to use these forms.
Application Process
UT applicants must complete the official application by September 22, 2008. The OES will review application materials before final submission. Applicants will undergo a campus screening process, including interview, in order for the campus selection committee to "rate" applications for the national Fulbright selectors. Expect that part of the interview will be conducted in the language of the host country to which you are applying. Official application materials include 3 letters of reference, a personal statement, and a project proposal (except for ETA applicants). Depending on country and program, applicants may also need to submit a Foreign Language Report, Letters of Affiliation from host country, and Creative and Performing Arts Supplementary Materials and Form.
Campus Contact
Office of External Scholarships, F101 Melrose Hall, (865)974-7825. Call or email to schedule appointment.
Official Website
http://us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html
