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Fulbright Grants
Join the ranks of other Marywood students who have earned the status of Fulbright scholar!
If you are a student who has a GPA of 3.2 or higher, has an interest in learning about people in other parts of the world, and welcomes opportunities for hands-on learning, you are encouraged to consider applying for the Fulbright program.
It’s never too soon to inquire about the Fulbright program. Your Marywood support team will guide you based on your status. Freshmen are encouraged to become familiar with the application itself, consider what programs/countries are of interest to them, and begin taking steps to best position themselves as a candidate. Sophomores will be given similar guidance, along with advice on how to effectively round out your qualifications. Juniors will receive hands-on support as well, working with members of the Fulbright Committee to review materials and prepare for interviews. The Marywood Fulbright Committee will be with you every step of the way.
Fulbright Grants
Who Can Apply?
Seniors and recent graduates
Graduating seniors and recent bachelor's degree recipients who have some undergraduate preparation and/or direct work or internship experience related to the project.
Master's and doctoral candidates
Graduate-level candidates must demonstrate the capacity for independent study or research, together with a general knowledge of the history, culture, and current events of the countries to which they are applying.
Young professionals, including writers, creative and performing artists, journalists, and those in law, business and other professional fields.
Fulbright Programs for Faculty
The Fulbright Scholar Program is open to qualified University faculty. Applicants may apply for four different types of awards:
Core Fulbright Program
The Core Fulbright Program sends 800 faculty and professionals abroad to teach in a variety of academic and professional settings. Awards are available in many countries and can be searched using the Fulbright Scholar Program catalog.
Fulbright Specialist Program
The Fulbright Specialist Program is a short-term program of 2-6 weeks for U.S. faculty and professionals to work on projects focusing on strengthening the needs of host institutions. Faculty may apply to join a Roster of Specialists for a 5-year term. Roster candidates are reviewed by peers in the same discipline and by the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board (FSB).
Fulbright NEXUS Regional Scholar Program
The Fulbright NEXUS Regional Scholar Program connects junior scholars, professionals, and mid-career applied researchers from the U.S. and other nations to participate in three seminar meetings and a Fulbright exchange experience.
Fulbright Distinguished Chairs Program
The Fulbright Distinguished Chairs Program is considered the most prestigious. Applicants should be senior scholars and have experience in publication and considerable teaching experience.
Learn more about the Fulbright Scholar Program for faculty