Fulbright Postgraduate Scholarships (General Category)

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The Australian-American Fulbright Commission offers a number of Postgraduate Scholarships each year to U.S. students to conduct a period of research in Australia.

Specialisation

These awards are available in any field/discipline.

Scholarship Entitlements

  • A monthly stipend for a maximum of 10 months (minimum 3 months)
  • An international travel entitlement
  • An establishment allowance
  • Eligibility to apply for coverage under Australian Medicare (Scholar only)
  • A limited Accident and Sickness Program for Exchanges (ASPE) 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
  • Support from the Fulbright Commission to assist with administration, visas and general enquiries.
  • Dependents of scholars who will be enrolled in the Australian public school system in grades K-12 may have tuition fees waived.
  • Orientation and networking opportunities.
  • Support from the Commission prior to and during program.

For details on entitlements please click ‘Apply Now’ below.

Contact Information

Institute of International Education (IIE)

For queries related to eligibility and the application process please contact FBstudent.EAP@iie.org.

Please note that institutions play a role in the application process for U.S. students via Fulbright Program Advisors (FPAs). You can find your FPA here. Please contact them directly regarding how to proceed.  

Fulbright Team

For queries related to scholarship benefits please contact fulbright@fulbright.org.au