Language is not necessarily an obstacle. With the exception of Latin America, francophone Africa, and parts of the Middle East, most lecturing assignments are in English. Language capability may be required for research, depending on the area of the world and the project. Many awards throughout the program allow scholars to propose their own lecturing or research projects. Former Fulbrighters can participate again after three years will have elapsed between the ending date of one award and the beginning date of a new award.
Some special programs have later deadlines.
To be a Fulbrighter is to share an extraordinary experience with virtually thousands of colleagues- the exhilaration of working abroad, the excitement of living in a new environment, the opportunity for research insights, the challenge of introducing a foreign audience to new teaching methods and research goals. Few other opportunities enrich one's personal and professional life as does a Fulbright award. Links to other Fulbright-related websites, including the Fulbright Student Program for graduating seniors and graduate students are also included. The purpose of these grants is to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and other countries through the exchange of persons, knowledge and skills. Fulbright Grants are funded under the Mutual Education and Exchange Act of 1961 through an annual appropriation made by Congress to USIA and by foreign governments, universities, corporations and private donors.