About the Award 

The Fulbright Scholar Award (funded by Florida Polytechnic University) affords Australian scholars the opportunity to undertake research and teach classes that are strategically aligned to Florida Polytech’s research priority areas. 

  

Category 

Scholar 

 

Program Duration 

4-6 months 

 

Number of Awards 

1 award 

 

Eligibility 

General Criteria

Award Specific Criteria

Must be an Australian citizen.  Must not be a dual citizen of the U.S.  Must be residing in Australia at the time of application (exceptions may apply – please see Eligibility and Conditions).  Must not have already commenced this project in the U.S.  Must not have held a J1 or J2 visa in the 24 months before program commences.  Must hold an undergraduate degree.  For more details on general eligibility criteria, see the Australian Applicants page.

Must have a letter of invitation from Florida Polytechnic University. Professional Scholar Applicants: must have a minimum of 8-10 years’ experience in a related field.  In one of the following disciplines:  Business Analytics  Computer Engineering  Computer Science  Data Science  Electrical Engineering  Mechanical Engineering

 

Award Benefits 

• Monthly Stipend: for the duration of the program. 

• International Travel Allowance: round-trip, economy class airfare directly to and from the scholar’s home city and the city of the host institution (capped at AUD$4,000). 

• Accident and Sickness Program for Exchanges (ASPE): a limited Health Benefits Plan designed by the U.S. Department of State and administered by Seven Corners, Inc. Please note this plan is NOT an insurance policy. 

• Orientation and Gala: travel, accommodation, transport and meals at the Fulbright Orientation and Gala Presentation Dinner. 

• Visa: J1 visa (and J2 for traveling family members*) organized by the Fulbright program. 

• Support and Guidance: from the Commission prior to and during program. 

 *J2 visas are contingent on eligibility, including whether or not the dependent has held a previous J1/J2 visa and duration of stay with the awardee. Only spouses and children under 21 are eligible for J2 visas. 

 

About the Sponsor 

As the only public STEM university in Florida, Florida Polytechnic University enrolls approximately 1,800 students into their 12 undergraduate and 5 graduate degree programs focused on research-based and hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math education.

 

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