Fullbright ZOOM Information Sessions

ATTENTION undergrads and recent alumni: Are you interested in pursuing prestigious international study/research or English teaching opportunities after graduation?

Attend a ZOOM info session to learn about the US State Department's Fulbright Grant Program, the nation’s largest and most prestigious global fellowship!

 

Fulbright awards provide recent alumni and upcoming college graduates (who are also US citizens) with grants for international experiences, personal enrichment and an open exchange of ideas with citizens of other nations. About 2000 Fulbright fully-funded grants are currently available to over 150 nations. 

There are three types of grant: research awards for students who wish to investigate timely and significant topics abroad, study awards for students who wish to pursue graduate studies abroad; and English Teaching Assistantships. For detailed information please visit the Fulbright US Student Program website at: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html

 

The National Scholarships Office at the University of Maryland is hosting ZOOM info sessions NEXT week - please use the links below to register:

Thursday, February 15 at 4 pm - Click here to register for this session.

Friday, February 16 at 12 noon - Click here to register for this session.

Interested but can't attend? View a recording of this presentation and gain access to our ELMS/Fulbright resource site by clicking here to complete a brief survey.

Who Can Apply: US Citizens – Current Juniors and Seniors, Recent Grads – All Majors – GPA of 3.0 or higher recommended

UMD Campus Deadlines: September 1, 2024 for Research applicants / September 30, 2024 for Masters/Teaching applicants

 

Duration: Approximately one academic year; length and timing of awards varies by individual country and/or region.

Summer 2023 Research Opportunities in CANADA - for Rising JUNIORS

 The Fulbright Canada- Mitacs Globalink internship program that will allow exceptional U.S. undergraduate students to do an internship in Canada during the 2023 summer semester.

  

This program will provide undergraduate students with the opportunity to be part of a 10 to 12-week research internship under the supervision of Canadian university faculty members in various academic disciplines, from science, engineering and mathematics to the humanities and social sciences.

 

Mitacs, our partner in this initiative, is a federally funded, national, not-for-profit organization that has designed and delivered research and training programs in Canada for some 20 years. Working with 70 universities, 6,000 companies, and both federal and provincial governments, support industrial and social innovation in Canada. 

 

Applications will open the first week of August, 2022, and the deadline is September 20, 2022, at 11:59 PM EST.

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND APPLICATION ASSISTANCE WRITE TO: FULBRIGHT@UMD.EDU

 

Program Summary

• U.S. undergraduate students will come to Canada to undertake advanced research projects.
• Projects will cover a broad cross-section of research topics, including most academic disciplines.
• Students will spend 10 to 12 weeks (May-August) in Canada on a research project in their area of interest.
• Students will be placed at a Canadian university and undertake a supervised research project.
• Students will have extensive opportunities for cultural, social, and recreational experiences.

 Eligibility

Participants in this program must:

• Be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at an accredited university located in the United States ;
• Be a United States citizen, and hold a valid U.S. passport;
• Have at least one semester remaining in their program of study as of Fall 2023 (this program is not suitable for 1st-year NOR last year students);
• Have a competitive grade point average;
  
• Be available to spend between 10 to 12 weeks in Canada between May and August;
• Apply by September 20, 2022, at 11:59 PM EST

Ideal candidates will have finished their third year in the year they are doing their internship;

 

Benefits

 

Students who participate in this program will have:

• Access to the prestigious worldwide Fulbright network (the Globalink program will not impact the eligibility to apply for Fulbright Student programs);
• Access to Canada’s top research facilities;
• Opportunity to gain valuable international experience;
• Rewarding experience combining academic research, professional skills, and personal growth;
• Grant of up to CAD$7800

To apply, students must provide:

• a completed application online form;
• unofficial transcripts from their home university or college;
• a two-page Curriculum Vitae (CV);
• two letters of reference - see submission details here; 
• a one-page personal statement- no final project needs to be identified.

The program is highly competitive. Students will be evaluated on a combination of factors, including:

• record of academic achievement, personal statement, current skills and interests, fit to program, letters of recommendation

Further information:

• For promotional purposes, please see the program brochure here
• Program website and application instructions are available here
  
• See here the 2021 Fulbright-MITACS Globalink Webinar- Disregard the dates in the video since this is a webinar from last year's competition
• You can see examples of available projects here (disregard the deadline mentioned). You do not need to select a project at this stage. Should you be selected, you will choose the project(s) of your interest in a second round.
• Here you can find stories from former Globalink recipients.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND APPLICATION ASSISTANCE WRITE TO: FULBRIGHT@UMD.EDU

Fulbright ZOOM Info Sessions - Study, Research, Teaching Abroad

ATTENTION undergrads and recent graduates: Are you interested in pursuing prestigious international study/research or English teaching opportunities after graduation?
 
Attend a ZOOM info session to learn about the Fulbright Fellowship Program, the nation’s largest and most prestigious global fellowship program!
 
Fulbright awards provide recent and upcoming B.S./B.A. graduates (who are also US citizens) with grants for international experiences, personal enrichment and an open exchange of ideas with citizens of other nations. About 2000 Fulbright fully-funded grants are currently available to over 150 nations. 
There are two distinct types of grant: study/research awards for students who wish to investigate timely and significant topics abroad or pursue graduate studies abroad; and English Teaching Assistantships. For detailed information please visit the Fulbright US Student Program website at: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html
 
The National Scholarships Office at the University of Maryland is hosting a ZOOM info session next week - please use the link below to register:

Thursday, February 17 at 4 pm - Click here to register for this session.
Interested but can't attend? View a recording of this presentation and gain access to our ELMS/Fulbright resource site by clicking here to complete a brief survey.

Who Can Apply: US Citizens – Current Juniors and Seniors, Recent Grads – All Majors – GPA of 3.0 or higher recommended

UMD Campus Deadlines: September 1, 2022 for study/research applicants / September 15, 2022 for Teaching applicants
 
Duration: Approximately one academic year; length and timing of awards varies by individual country and/or region.
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2022 Fulbright UK Summer Institutes

 Fulbright UK Summer Institutes for Freshmen and Sophomores (U.S. citizens)

The US-UK Fulbright Commission offers special Summer Institutes for U.S. citizens to study in the UK. These expenses-paid summer programs provide the opportunity for U.S. undergraduates (U.S. citizens, aged over 18, see eligibility details below), with at least two years of undergraduate study left to complete, to come to participate in a three or four week academic and cultural summer program.

Participants in these programs will get the opportunity to experience an exciting academic program at a highly regarded UK University, explore the culture, heritage and history of the UK and develop their academic ability by improving presentation, research and communication skills.

Eligibility:

• Applicants must be U.S. Citizens;

• have a GPA of 3.7 or higher; 

• be 18 or older; 

• be a second or first year student, and/or have at least two years of undergraduate study remaining after the Institute finishes;

• cannot have spent more than 4 weeks outside the U.S. in the last 5 years. Exceptions are made for refugees and/or students from a different cultural background who have spent time abroad due to family emergencies.

The Summer Institutes will cover the majority of participant costs. This includes round-trip airfare from the US to the UK, tuition and fees at the host university/institution, accommodation and meals and in some cases a small daily allowance. 
Participating 2022 Summer Institutes are:

• Aberystwyth University (Farming and Agriculture - Contemporary Issues)

• UCL (Geography and the Built Environment)

• University of Bristol (Arts, Activism, and Social Justice)

• University of Strathclyde and the Glasgow School of Art (Technology, Innovation, and Creativity)   

Application deadline: February 21, 2022

Please note: First-generation college students and students who receive or are eligible for need-based aid are encouraged to apply. 

Please write to Leslie Brice (lbrice@umd.edu) to learn more about the program or express your interest in applying.

Fulbright Opportunities for International Research, Teaching, and Study

ATTENTION undergrads and recent graduates: Are you interested in pursuing prestigious international study/research or English teaching opportunities after graduation?

Fulbright awards provide recent B.S./B.A. graduates (who are also US citizens) with opportunities for international experience, personal enrichment and an open exchange of ideas with citizens of other nations. About 2000 Fulbright fully-funded grants are currently available to over 150 nations. 

To learn more, and gain access to our new narrated Fulbright presentation and ELMS resource site, please complete this brief questionnaire including your UID and we'll get you started! 

There are three types of Fulbright grants: study/research awards for students who wish to investigate timely and significant topics abroad, a wide range English Teaching Assistantships, and a limited number of masters degree programs. For detailed information please fill out the form above and visit the Fulbright US Student Program website at: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html

Who Can Apply: US Citizens – Current Juniors and Seniors, Recent Grads – All Majors – GPA of 3.0 or higher recommended – Campus Deadline: September 1, 2020

Award Amounts: In general, Fulbright grants for study and teaching cover the following costs: Round-trip transportation to the host country; Maintenance for the academic year, based on living costs in the host country; Medical Insurance; and orientation programs, in some cases.

Duration: Approximately one academic year; length and timing of awards varies by individual country and/or region.

UMD Campus Deadline: September 1, 2020 – contact us at fulbright@umd.edu for details.

NEW FULBRIGHT English Teaching and Study/Research Info Sessions

ATTENTION undergrads and recent graduates: Are you interested in pursuing prestigious international study/research or English teaching opportunities after graduation?

Attend an info session to learn about the Fulbright Fellowship Program, the nation’s largest and most prestigious global fellowship program!

Fulbright awards provide recent B.S./B.A. graduates (who are also US citizens) with opportunities for international experience, personal enrichment and an open exchange of ideas with citizens of other nations. About 2000 Fulbright fully-funded grants are currently available to over 150 nations. 

There are two distinct types of grant: study/research awards for students who wish to investigate timely and significant topics abroad, and English Teaching Assistantships. You will find below some brief introductory information about Fulbright awards. For detailed information please visit the Fulbright US Student Program website at: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html

The National Scholarships Office at the University of Maryland is hosting information several workshops on Fulbright study/research and teaching opportunities – please RSVP using the links below if you plan to attend (and let us know if are interested but unable to attend by writing to fulbright@umd.edu).

FULBRIGHT GRANT INFO SESSIONS (Link to online schedule here)

Please specify which day/time you plan to attend in your response.

Monday, February 24 at 12 noon – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Monday, February 24 at 4 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Wednesday, February 26 at 12 noon – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Wednesday, February 26 at 4 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Thursday, February 27 at 12 noon – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Friday, February 28 at 12 noon – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Who Can Apply: US Citizens – Current Juniors and Seniors, Recent Grads – All Majors – GPA of 3.0 or higher recommended – Campus Deadline: September 1, 2020

Award Amounts: In general, Fulbright grants for study and teaching cover the following costs: Round-trip transportation to the host country; Maintenance for the academic year, based on living costs in the host country; Medical Insurance; and orientation programs, in some cases. Fulbright study grants may also provide: Book and research allowances; Full or partial tuition, in most cases.

Duration: Approximately one academic year; length and timing of awards varies by individual country and/or region.

UMD Campus Deadline: September 1, 2020 – contact us at fulbright@umd.edu for details.

FULBRIGHT English Teaching and Study/Research Info Sessions

ATTENTION undergrads and recent graduates: Are you interested in pursuing prestigious international study/research or English teaching opportunities after graduation?

Attend an info session to learn about the Fulbright Fellowship Program, the nation’s largest and most prestigious global fellowship program!

Fulbright awards provide recent B.S./B.A. graduates (who are also US citizens) with opportunities for international experience, personal enrichment and an open exchange of ideas with citizens of other nations. About 2000 Fulbright fully-funded grants are currently available to over 150 nations. 

There are two distinct types of grant: study/research awards for students who wish to investigate timely and significant topics abroad, and English Teaching Assistantships. You will find below some brief introductory information about Fulbright awards. For detailed information please visit the Fulbright US Student Program website at: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html

The National Scholarships Office at the University of Maryland is hosting information several workshops on Fulbright study/research and teaching opportunities – please RSVP using the links below if you plan to attend (and let us know if are interested but unable to attend by writing to fulbright@umd.edu).

FULBRIGHT GRANT INFO SESSIONS (Link to online schedule here)

Please specify which day/time you plan to attend in your response.

Tuesday, February 11 at 4:30 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Wednesday, February 12 at 12 noon – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Wednesday, February 12 at 4:30 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Thursday, February 13 at 12 noon – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Thursday, February 13 at 4:30 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Friday, February 14 at 12 noon – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Monday, February 17 at 12 noon – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Monday, February 17 at 4:30 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Who Can Apply: US Citizens – Current Juniors and Seniors, Recent Grads – All Majors – GPA of 3.0 or higher recommended – Campus Deadline: September 1, 2020

Award Amounts: In general, Fulbright grants for study and teaching cover the following costs: Round-trip transportation to the host country; Maintenance for the academic year, based on living costs in the host country; Medical Insurance; and orientation programs, in some cases. Fulbright study grants may also provide: Book and research allowances; Full or partial tuition, in most cases.

Duration: Approximately one academic year; length and timing of awards varies by individual country and/or region.

UMD Campus Deadline: September 1, 2020 – contact us at fulbright@umd.edu for details.

FULBRIGHT English Teaching and Study/Research - Info Sessions

ATTENTION undergrads and recent graduates: Are you interested in pursuing prestigious international study/research or English teaching opportunities after graduation? Attend an info session to learn about the Fulbright Fellowship Program, the nation’s largest and most prestigious global fellowship program!

Fulbright awards provide recent B.S./B.A. graduates (who are also US citizens) with opportunities for international experience, personal enrichment and an open exchange of ideas with citizens of other nations. About 2000 Fulbright fully-funded grants are currently available to over 150 nations. 

There are two distinct types of grant: study/research awards for students who wish to investigate timely and significant topics abroad, and English Teaching Assistantships. You will find below some brief introductory information about Fulbright awards. For detailed information please visit the Fulbright US Student Program website at: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html

The National Scholarships Office at the University of Maryland is hosting information several workshops on Fulbright study/research and teaching opportunities – please RSVP using the links below if you plan to attend (and let us know if are interested but unable to attend by writing to fulbright@umd.edu).

FULBRIGHT GRANT INFO SESSIONS: Please specify which day/time you plan to attend in your response

Tuesday, April 23 at 1 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Tuesday, April 23 at 3:30 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Wednesday, April 24 at 1 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Wednesday, April 24 at 3:30 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Thursday, April 25 at 1 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Thursday, April 25 at 3:30 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Who Can Apply: US Citizens – Current Juniors and Seniors, Recent Grads – All Majors – GPA of 3.0 or higher recommended – Campus Deadline: Thursday, September 1, 2019

Award Amounts: In general, Fulbright grants for study and teaching cover the following costs: Round-trip transportation to the host country; Maintenance for the academic year, based on living costs in the host country; Medical Insurance; and orientation programs, in some cases. Fulbright study grants may also provide: Book and research allowances; Full or partial tuition, in most cases.

Duration: Approximately one academic year; length and timing of awards varies by individual country and/or region.

UMD Campus Deadline: September 1, 2019 – contact us at fulbright@umd.edu for details.

FULBRIGHT English Teaching and Study/Research - Info Sessions

ATTENTION undergrads and recent graduates: Are you interested in pursuing prestigious international study/research or English teaching opportunities after graduation?

Attend an info session to learn about the Fulbright Fellowship Program, the nation’s largest and most prestigious global fellowship program!

Fulbright awards provide recent B.S./B.A. graduates (who are also US citizens) with opportunities for international experience, personal enrichment and an open exchange of ideas with citizens of other nations. About 2000 Fulbright fully-funded grants are currently available to over 150 nations. 

There are two distinct types of grant: study/research awards for students who wish to investigate timely and significant topics abroad, and English Teaching Assistantships. You will find below some brief introductory information about Fulbright awards. For detailed information please visit the Fulbright US Student Program website at: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html

The National Scholarships Office at the University of Maryland is hosting information several workshops on Fulbright study/research and teaching opportunities – please RSVP using the links below if you plan to attend (and let us know if are interested but unable to attend by writing to fulbright@umd.edu).

FULBRIGHT GRANT INFO SESSIONS: Please specify which day/time you plan to attend in your response

Tuesday, February 12 at 4 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Wednesday, February 13 at 12 noon – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Wednesday, February 13 at 4 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Thursday, February 14 at 12 noon  – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Thursday, February 14 at 4 pm – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Friday, February 15 at 12 noon  – at 2403 Marie Mount Hall – RSVP to fulbright@umd.edu

Who Can Apply: US Citizens – Current Juniors and Seniors, Recent Grads – All Majors – GPA of 3.0 or higher recommended – Campus Deadline: Thursday, September 1, 2019

Award Amounts: In general, Fulbright grants for study and teaching cover the following costs: Round-trip transportation to the host country; Maintenance for the academic year, based on living costs in the host country; Medical Insurance; and orientation programs, in some cases. Fulbright study grants may also provide: Book and research allowances; Full or partial tuition, in most cases.

Duration: Approximately one academic year; length and timing of awards varies by individual country and/or region.

UMD Campus Deadline: September 1, 2019 – contact us at fulbright@umd.edu for details.