The U.S. congress created the Fulbright Program, immediately after World War II, to foster mutual understanding among nations through cultural exchanges. Today the Fulbright Program is the U.S. Governments premier scholarship program. Each year this program allows over 800 Americans to study or conduct research in over 100 nations.
Individual grantees plan their own programs.
Projects my include university courses, independent library or field research, classes in music conservatory or art school, special projects in the social or life sciences or a combination. Along with opportunities for intellectual and professional growth, the Fulbright Program offers invaluable opportunities to meet and work with people of the host country, sharing daily life. Eligibility U.S. Citizen. Must hold a B.A. or the equivalent before the beginning date of the grant. Grantee will be required to submit a satisfactory Certificate of Health from a physician.