Thursday, March 19, 2009

Fellows Awards for Research and Lecturing in the US

The US-UK Fulbright Commission offers scholarships to study or pursue research in any academic field, at any accredited institution in the US. Approximately 30 awards are given to UK citizens each year.

Typical grants include a monthly maintenance stipend. Fulbright scholars receive a high level of support ranging from visa processing and health insurance to a comprehensive pre-departure orientation and re-entry session. Scholars are also encouraged to join the extensive alumni network, the British Fulbright Scholars Association (BFSA).

Award categories: Fulbright-Robertson Visiting Professor in British History Awardo Fulbright Hubert Humphrey Public Affairs Fellowship – for UK civil servantso Fulbright-AstraZeneca Research Scholarshipo Fulbright-Multiple Sclerosis Society Research Scholarshipo Fulbright Distinguished Scholar Awardso Fulbright Police Research Fellowshipso Fulbright Northern Irish Civil Servant Research Fellowshipso Fulbright Schuman Awards in European Affairs

Minimum eligibility:

* UK citizenship (EU citizenship for Schuman Awards)
o Candidates may reside anywhere except the US
o Preference given to candidates who have not had extensive recent experience in the US
o All successful applicants must be able to travel to the US on a J-1 visa
o Some categories may require a PhD, teaching experience, or other specific qualification
Characteristics of successful applicants:
o Serve as good ambassadors for the Fulbright Commission and for the UK whilst in the US and have shown an intention to share what they have learned upon returning home

How to apply:
o Please complete the applications available from: www.fulbright.co.uk
o Closing date: 31 May 2009

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