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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 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 link below).  Must not have already commenced this degree or 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.	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 4-8 months based on the current approved MMR. 

• 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). 

• Settling-in allowance: USD$2,833. 

• 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 

Florida Polytechnic University is an accredited member of the State University System of Florida, dedicated exclusively to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). The University is a powerful economic engine within the state of Florida, blending applied research with industry partnerships to give students an academically rigorous education with real-world relevance. The campus is located in Lakeland, Florida along the I-4 High Tech Corridor. Please note that applicants are required to include a Letter of Invitation from Florida Polytech University with their application. To discuss potential projects and obtain this letter please contact: Mustapha Achoubane, Florida Polytechnic University via [email protected] For more information on Florida Polytechnic University please visit: https://floridapoly.edu/ Read more about the Fulbright-Florida Poly partnership here: https://www.fulbrightprogram.org/florida-polytechnic-universitys-fulbright-partnerships-spur-growth/

 

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