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Fulbright U.S. Postgraduate Scholarship

Fulbright U.S. Postgraduate Scholarship

General Category - VSR

About the Award

Each year, the Australian-American Fulbright Commission awards several Postgraduate (General Category) awards. These awards are available in any discipline and sponsor research programs that enhance bilateral relations and embody the mission of the Fulbright program.

Contact Information

Fulbright U.S. Scholar Outreach and Recruitment

Institute of International Education (IIE), East Asia and the Pacific enquiries: [email protected]

Fulbright Australia Team

Please contact the Fulbright scholarships team for any queries related to entitlements or application processes: [email protected]

Eligibility

General Criteria

Must be a U.S. citizen.

Must not be a dual citizen of Australia.

Must be residing in the U.S. at the time of application.

Must not have already commenced a research project in Australia.

Award Criteria

Must include a Letter of Invitation from the proposed host institution with the application.

Must hold an undergraduate degree.

Benefits

Monthly stipend:

for a maximum of 8 months.

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).

Australian Medicare:

eligibility to apply for coverage (awardee only, not dependents).

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.

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.