How to apply

Applicants must:

1. Ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria.


2. Once you have read through all of our website instructions you can log onto the online Embark system to start your application. You must also download and read the Embark System instruction guidelines in conjunction with what is here on our website. NOTE: Some of the instructions on the Embark System are generic as the application is used by all students applying to Fulbright worldwide. You MUST read the instructions on our website concerning transcripts and references.


3. Complete and submit the following ONLINE by 12 NOON, FRIDAY 18 NOVEMBER 2011
   1. application form with all questions answered
   2. CV uploaded
      
   3. academic references ONLINE ONLY submitted separately by your referees. It is the candidates responsibility to ensure the referees submit the online reference by the deadline

The Program Manager
Fulbright Commission
Brooklawn House
Crampton Avenue      
Shelbourne Road
Ballsbridge
Dublin 4

5. Be available for interview mid January - Febraury 2012 if short-listed

6. Click here for additional tips for filling out your application

Awards Process Timeline

• December 2011: Candidates will be notified of the initial status of their application. LATE OR INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS (E.G. MISSING ANY DOCUMENTATION ONLINE OR HARD COPY) WILL BE DEEMED INELIGIBLE AND WITHDRAWN FROM THE PROCESS.

• Mid January – early February 2012: If short-listed, candidates must be available for interview in Dublin. Telephone / Skype interviews are not permitted. 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 before being referred to the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board in Washington, DC for consideration.

• April - May 2012: Decisions will be conveyed to applicants. DECISIONS ARE FINAL.

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
• Completing a medical history and examination form
• Attending a pre-departure orientation in Dublin
• Obtaining 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 and this useful tips and guidelines resource.
• 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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