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Fulbright-Nehru Fellowships and
other Opportunities in
the U.S.
History USIEF is a bi-national entity, established
by a treaty between the Governments of India and the U.S. on February 2, 1950.
With the new agreement signed on July 4, 2008 to strengthen educational exchanges between the two countries, the Governments of India and the U.S. are now equal partners for the Fulbright Program in India.
USIEF awards Fulbright-Nehru and other fellowships.
USIEF’s Mission and Vision
Mission: promote mutual understanding through educational and cultural exchangeVision: USIEF as
Education gateway to the U.S. and India Clearinghouse of education information on both Advocate for Indo-U.S. educational collaboration Supporter of quality in and access to education
Mandate
Administration of Fulbright-Nehru and other fellowships for Indian and American students, faculty and professionals
Promotion of dialogue among Fulbrighters and their communities as an outgrowth of educational exchange
Educational Advising Services for Indian students interested in pursuing higher education in the U.S., and U.S. students in India
The Fulbright Program History and Philosophy
Established in 1946 by former Senator J. William Fulbright to:
Increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countriesCreate a large academic and cultural network around the world
The Fulbright ProgramWorldwide
Operates in 155 countriesAdministered by bi-national Fulbright Commissions in 50 countries and by U.S. Embassies in othersSince its inception, approximately 300,000 scholars have participated in the Fulbright Program7,000 grants are awarded annually
Fulbright in India
Since 1950, USIEF has administered over 16,800 fellowships, primarily Fulbright Fellowships to Indians and Americans.
18 Fulbright Alumni Chapters all over India. Chapters actively organize events for new and returning Fulbrighters, advising sessions for Indian students interested in Fulbright and in U.S. higher education, conduct seminars, workshops, social welfare activities, and reunions.
Fellowship ThemesAll disciplines including: Agricultural Sciences; Business Studies, Management and Leadership Development; Economics; Education; Energy, especially alternative and renewable energy; Environment; Governance and Democracy; Law and Civic Engagement; Media and Communications; Public Administration; Public Health; Science and Technology; Society and Development; Study of India; and Study of the United States (American Studies)
Capacity-building within education systems- fields of study (South Asian studies, American studies)- English language teaching, learning and training- South Asian languages
- Secondary school teacher development
Fulbright Connection with Science &
Technology Fulbright grantees
2009-10: 20% Fulbright scholars in the area of S&T2010-11: 29% Fulbright scholars in S&T nominated.– Key Areas: Aerospace Engineering, Astrophysics,
Agricultural Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Cell & Developmental Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Environment Science, Materials Science & Metallurgical Engineering, Cancer Research, Ocean Engineering
– Organizations in India: Bangalore University, NPL, IITs, IISc, AIIMS, JNU, Jadavpur, Manipal University, IARI, University of Pune etc.
Fulbright-Nehru Fellowships
Distinctive Features • Funded jointly by USG and GOI• Open to all disciplines – unless otherwise
specified• Open to at-large applicants (independent
scholars and professionals)• For 2009, USIEF awarded 160 Fulbright-
Nehru grants• For 2010, USIEF will offer approximately
240 Fulbright-Nehru grants
Prerequisites for Fulbright Applicants –
Indian Nationals High level of academic/professional achievements
Proficiency in English language Present in India at the time of submitting the
application If employed, applications should be routed
through proper channel Not be residing in the U.S. Not be applying for or holding permanent
residence (green card) in the U.S. Not have been in the U.S. during the past three
years on a teaching/research/study assignment for a continuous period of three months or more
Fulbright-Nehru Grant Categories
Fulbright-Nehru Master’s Fellowships for Leadership Development
Fulbright-Nehru Doctoral and Professional Research Fellowships
Fulbright-Nehru Visiting Lecturer Fellowships
Fulbright-Nehru Senior Research Fellowships
Fulbright-Nehru Environmental Leadership Program
Fellowships for StudentsGrant
CategoryMajor Areas Designed For
Fulbright-Nehru Master’s Fellowships for Leadership Development Up to 2 years
• Business Administration• Communication Studies• Economics (including Agricultural Economics)• Environment• Public Administration
For outstanding and highly motivated individuals who demonstrate leadership qualities, have completed equivalent of a U.S. Bachelor’s degree, have at least three years professional or work experience, and are committed to return and contribute to their communities.Age limit: preferably between 25 and 30
Fellowship for Researchers, Students and
Mid-Career ProfessionalsGrant Major Areas
Designed For
Fulbright-Nehru Doctoral and Professional Research Fellowships
For 9 months
All fields including Agricultural Sciences; Business Studies, Management and Leadership Development; Economics; Education; Energy, especially alternative and renewable energy; Environment; Governance and Democracy; Law and Civic Engagement; Media and Communications; Public Administration; Public Health; Science and Technology; Society and Development; Study of India; and Study of the United States (American Studies)
Registered Ph.D. scholars and professionals with work experience, accomplish-ments. Age limit: preferably not above 45
Grant Category
Major AreasDesigned For
Fulbright-Nehru Senior Research Fellowships
Up to 8 months
All fields including Agricultural Sciences; Business Studies, Management and Leadership Development; Economics; Education; Energy, especially alternative and renewable energy; Environment; Governance and Democracy; Law and Civic Engagement; Media and Communications; Public Administration; Public Health; Science and Technology; Society and Development; Study of India; and Study of the United States (American Studies)
Faculty and professionals with a Ph.D. or equivalent published work Age limit: preferably not above 50
Fellowships for Researchers
Fellowships for LecturersGrant
CategoryMajor Areas Designed For
Fulbright-Nehru Visiting Lecturer Fellowships
Up to 4 months
All fields including Agricultural Sciences; Business Studies, Management and Leadership Development; Economics; Education; Energy, especially alternative and renewable energy; Environment; Governance and Democracy; Law and Civic Engagement; Media and Communications; Public Administration; Public Health; Science and Technology; Society and Development; Study of India; and Study of the United States (American Studies)
Faculty and professionals with a Ph.D. or equivalent published work
Age limit: preferably not above 50
Grant Category
Major Areas Designed For
Fulbright-Nehru Environ-mental Leadership Program (FNELP)
For up to 4 months
• Environmental Information/Systems Reporting
• Environmental Education
• Environmental Policy, Regulations and Law
• Environmental Sciences and Toxicology
• Environmental Management
• Mid-level environment professionals in public/private sector or non-governmental organizations• Preferably have a master’s or a professional degree• The program will combine short-term practical training/internship at U.S. environmental organizationsAge limit: preferably not above 50
Fellowships for Researchers, Mid-Career
Professionals
Grant Major Areas Designed For
International Fulbright Science and Technology Award
Up to 3 years
Announcement for 2011-2012 is expected in Jan 2010
Aeronautics and Astronomics/ Aeronautical Engineering, Agriculture, Astronomy/Planetary Sciences, Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Sciences/Engineering, Energy, Engineering, Environmental Science/Engineering, Geology/ Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, Information Sciences and Systems, Materials Science/Engineering, Mathematics, Neuroscience/Brain and Cognitive Sciences, Oceanography, Public Health, Physics
• Students, researchers, and mid-career professionals in the field of science and technology for Ph.D. Degree in a U.S. university• Have completed equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree with at least 60% marks
Fellowships for Students, Researchers, Mid-Career
Professionals
What the Selection
Committees Look for • Leadership potential• Academic and professional excellence• Viability of the proposal and its usefulness to India
and the U.S.• Commitment to return to India upon completion of grant• “Cultural ambassador” role• Proficiency in written and spoken English
Selection Process TimelineCore program announcement for lecturers, researchers, professionals, teachers, policy planners, administrators, and students
Application deadline
Issuance of terms and awards and DS 2019 forms
Placement confirmation from co-op agencies (IIE, CIES, AED)
FSB approval
Visa processing
Online application completion.Forwarding Dossiers sent for IIE, CIES, AED, and FSB approval
Screening and short listing of applications
National interviews at which principals and alternates recommended
Scholars depart to the U.S.
18-20 weeks
February-March
4-6 weeks
4-6 weeks
4-6 weeks
20-24 weeks
24-32 weeks4-16
weeks
4-16 weeks
1-4 weeks
1-4 weeks
March-May
March-May
June-Sept
July-Sept or later for Spring departures
July-Sept
Mid-July August-Sept
Sept-Nov
Oct-Jan
Fulbright Senior Specialists Program Under the Fulbright Senior Specialists Program,
Indian Universities and other institutions of higher learning can collaborate with a US faculty member or professional for a period of two to six weeks
The potential collaborations include: curriculum planning, short-term lecturing stays, leadership of or participation in special conferences or workshops, faculty training programs, development of educational materials.
Indian host institutions will have to pick up the board and lodging, local transportation costs.
Program is not for research purposes.
For 2011-12, the awards will be announced in March-April 2010. For more information visit USIEF website http://www.usief.org.in and http://www.cies.org
Hosting US Lecturer for a Semester
Indian Universities can apply to host a U.S. Lecturer under Fulbright-Nehru Visiting Lecturer Program for a period of four to six months.
USIEF pays for all expenses of the scholar and there is no financial liability to the university.
Complete details and application forms are available at USIEF website http://www.usief.org.in, for hosting a U.S. Lecturer in 2011-12.
Last date for receiving application at USIEF: November 30, 2009.
For more information visit: http://www.cies.org/ or write to [email protected]
USIEF - Other Activities
Alumni strength of over 4,00018 Alumni Chapters functioning in various citiesOrganizes Round Tables, Conferences, Workshops and Seminars on important contemporary topics of relevance to Indian and other South Asian countriesBrings out a quarterly newsletter, ‘Indian Fulbrighter’ to share news and views of scholars and on special programs and events
USIEF OFFICES
Southern RegionUSIEF Regional OfficeAmerican Consulate BuildingMount RoadChennai 600 006Tel: 044-2811 2049Fax: 044-2811 2075Email:
Western RegionUSIEF Regional OfficeThe American Center4, New Marine Lines Mumbai 400 020Tel: 022-2262 4603Fax: 022-2266 3956Email:
Head Office & Northern Region
“Fulbright House”12, Hailey RoadNew Delhi 110 001Tel: 011-4209 0909, 2332
8944 Fax: 011-23329718E-mail: [email protected]
USIEF OFFICES
Eastern RegionUSIEF Regional OfficeThe American Center38 A Jawaharlal Nehru RoadKolkata 700 071Tel: 033-3984 6310Fax: 033-2288 1636E-mail: [email protected]
