Applications are now open for the 2020-2021 Fulbright Foreign Student Program. The Fulbright Foreign Student Program enables graduate students, young professionals and artists from the Middle East and North Africa, to study and conduct research in the United States.
This academic exchange program is funded by the U.S. Department of State and was initiated by U.S. Senator William J. Fulbright in 1946 to increase international educational exchange between Americans and citizens of more than 150 countries worldwide. It was designed to foster mutual understanding among nations through educational and cultural exchange.
This highly prestigious scholarship program offers up to two-year fellowship, which provides full funding for up to two academic years to achieve a Master’s graduate degree at a U.S. university.
Eligibility
The prestigious scholarships are awarded to applicants who demonstrate:
- Academic excellence,
- Strong English language skills,
- Leadership qualities,
- Commitment to improving cross-cultural relations through international exchange.
Candidates must be:
- UAE nationals (other nationalities may apply through home country)
- Possess a strong academic background.
- Must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university by spring 2019
- This program is open to all fields of study except medicine, nursing and other clinical fields in which hands-on contact with patients is required
- Be proficient in English and/or able to attend a Long Term English (LTE) program prior to the start of the study program.
- Must be eligible for J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa (No US passport holders or green card holders may apply)
- Applications that demonstrate benefit to Emirati society will be given preference.
Benefits
The award includes:
- Funding for tuition and required fees
- A book and equipment
- Travel allowance
- Monthly stipends for room & board
- Supplemental health and accident coverage plan.
In addition to academic training, Fulbright scholarships also provide transformative cultural exchange experiences. As Fulbright participants, Emirati students will have the unique opportunity to experience life in the United States and also share Emirati students’ unique culture and traditions with Americans.
Submission and Selection
Candidates are required to submit the following documents:
- CV or resume (2 pages)
- Personal statement (~600 words)
- Academic statement (~600 words)
- Unofficial university transcript
- 3 letters of recommendation
If nominated, candidates will also need to submit:
- official university transcripts
- copy of bachelor’s degree
- copy of UAE passport
- Exam scores:
- iBT TOEFL® (score of 81+)
- GRE® revised General Test for graduate school admissions
Program participants will be selected through a merit-based, open competition in which leadership potential, academic excellence and ability to adjust to life in the U.S. are all considered.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 30 June, 2020
