The Institute of International Education, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of State and the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board, has launched the 2007-2008 Fulbright U.S. Student Program competition.
The 60-year-old program provides future American leaders with an unparalleled opportunity to study, conduct research and teach in other countries.
Fulbright student grants aim to increase mutual understanding among nations through educational and cultural exchange while serving as a catalyst for long-term development.
Approximately 1,200 grants are awarded by the program, which currently operates in over 140 countries.
Funding is provided for round-trip travel, maintenance for one academic year, health and accident coverage, and full or partial tuition.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens at the time of application and hold a bachelor’s degree or the equivalent by the beginning of the grant. Applicants who lack a degree but have extensive experience in their field may be considered.
Interested individuals may visit the Fulbright U.S. Student Program web site at www.fulbrightonline.org.
Current East Tennessee State University students should contact Maria Costa of ETSU’s International Programs and Services at 439-7737 or e-mail costa@etsu.edu.

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