Fulbright Foreign Student Program
Program Overview & Benefits
*J-1 visa sponsorship *Funding support *Health benefit plan *Enrichment activities
Candidate Eligibility Criteria
* Reside in the country of nomination at the time of application.
* At the time of program start date, possess the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree with a good academic record.
* Are fluent in English, as demonstrated by a recommended recent score of no less than 550 (Paper Based TOEFL), 79-80 (Internet Based TOEFL - IBT), or 6.5(Overall Score International English Language Testing System - IELTS); test scores can be submitted to IIE by indicating the institutional code 2326 on the day of the test .
* Do not hold U.S. citizenship; dual citizens are not eligible for the program participation.
* Additional eligibility requirements differ by country of citizenship.
Preparation Tips for Success
- Submit all certified academic transcripts before the priority cutoff deadline.
- Align your Statement of Purpose (SOP) with the funding agency's stated strategic objectives.
- Secure 2 academic referee letters from professors familiar with your research capability.
Prepare Application
Organize your required documents and eligibility profile inside The Student Navigator.