How to apply

Fulbright grants are selected through an open and merit-based competition.

Applicants must:

1. Ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria.
   CANDIDATES WHO DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE CRITERIA AND OR THE APPLICATION PROCESS WILL BE CONSIDERED INELIGIBLE AND WILL NOT BE SHORT-LISTED FOR INTERVIEW.
    
2. Complete and submit the ONLINE application form and the required supplemental forms (the academic references) by 12 NOON ON 4^TH DECEMBER 2009. Once you have logged onto the online system READ THE INSTRUCTIONS that provide comprehensive information about how to complete the application form. Additional advice on the essays and the references can be downloaded here.
    
3. Submit the following HARD COPIES of the application and supporting documentation to The Program Administrator Fulbright Commission, Brooklawn House, Crampton Avenue, Shelbourne Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, Ireland by 12 NOON ON 4^TH DECEMBER 2009

   • 1 original SIGNATURE PAGE that can be printed from the online system

   • 1 original ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPT(S) that can be obtained from the Registrar, faculty office, or department/school. All transcripts must be appropriately stamped or endorsed and posted to the Fulbright Commission along with your application

   • if not submitted on-line, 3 original REFERENCES on the Fulbright Letter of Reference Form which can be printed from the supplemental forms section of the on-line system. These must be in individually sealed envelopes and signed across the seal by the referee. References may be enclosed with the application documents outlined below or sent directly by the referee to the Fulbright Commission’s office to arrive on or before the closing date

   • 4 COPIES of the FULBRIGHT STUDENT PROGRAM APPLICATION which should include :

• ALL 45 QUESTIONS completed
• A STUDY / RESEARCH OBJECTIVE (QUESTION 27) that outlines what program of study or research will be completed in the US, why s/he needs to go to the US and how the period in the US will enhance knowledge, skills and understanding in the discipline
• A PERSONAL STATEMENT (QUESTION 28) that outlines the motivations for, relevant preparations for, expectations of the award and the benefit of a becoming a Fulbrighter
• CURRICULUM VITAE that should be uploaded at ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (QUESTION 29)
• For Visual and Performing Arts Applicants: 4 copies of a selection of RECENT WORK ideally on CD or DVD.

4. If short-listed be available for interview in Dublin in mid January – early February 2010. It is the responsibility of the applicant to be available for interview at the date and time allocated and to cover the associated costs. After the interviews, the recommendations of the interview panels will be considered by the Fulbright Commission Board. The Board’s decisions and offers will be conveyed to applicants in April - May 2010.

Fulbright awards are subject to the candidate:

• Receiving and accepting an admission offer / affiliation letter from a recognised institution in the US
• Confirming they have sufficient funds to complete their programs / course of study
• Receiving final approval from the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board in Washington, DC
• Receiving medical clearance and a J-1 visa.

Please contact / inform the Fulbright Commission if you:

• have any questions or require further information about the awards or application process after reviewing the Frequently Asked Questions section of the website
• would be interested in contacting a recent Fulbright awardee about their experiences
• have any access requirements for the application or interview process.

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