The US Embassy in Vietnam is pleased to announce the Fulbright Vietnamese Student Scholarship Program for the academic year 2015-2016. Established in 1946 and funded by the US Congress, the Fulbright Program aims at achieving mutual understanding through academic and cultural exchange. The Fulbright Vietnamese Student Program is a competitive, merit-based scholarship program which recruits and nominates young Vietnamese professionals for Master’s degree programs at US universities. Approximately 20 to 25 fully-funded scholarships are granted on an annual basis. Since 1992, more than 500 Vietnamese students have been selected to participate in the Program.
Study Subject and Level:
The Program supports study in most fields of social sciences and humanities, including: American Literature, Education, Project/Program Management, American Studies, Environmental Studies, Psychology, Agricultural Economics, Management of IT/Information system, Public Administration, Anthropology, Journalism, Public Policy, Architecture, Language / Literature (non-US), Public Health, Art/Film Studies, Law, Social Work, Business (all fields), Library Science, Sociology, Communications, Linguistics/Language Teaching, Urban/Community Planning, Development Studies, Philosophy, Women/Gender Studies, Economics and Political Science at US universities. Scholarships for studying masters degree at US universities.
Eligibility:
Competition is open to all applicants who meet the following minimum criteria:
- Be a Vietnamese citizen (no dual citizenship)
- Have at least one undergraduate degree
- Have at least two years of work experience after graduation by the time of application
- Have a valid minimum TOEFL iBT 79 or IELTS 6.5.
Scholarship Open for: Students of Vietnam can apply for these scholarships.
Number of Scholarships: Approximately 20 to 25 fully-funded scholarships are granted on an annual basis.
Scholarship Value:
The Fulbright Program will arrange placement at universities in the United States. Successful candidates will receive a full scholarship which covers tuition and fees, monthly stipend, round-trip airfare to the U.S. and health insurance.
Selection Criteria:
The Fulbright Vietnamese Student Program is a competitive, merit-based scholarship program which recruits and nominates young Vietnamese professionals for Master’s degree programs at US universities. Competition will be based on academic and professional merits, without regards to affiliation, race, religion or gender. Preference is given to those without recent experience in the United States. A successful applicant is someone who can:
- Demonstrate a clear and detailed description of the study objectives, and show a clear connection between their study objectives and future goals through a compelling set of essays
- Have a depth and breadth of work experience in their intended field of study, and a full understanding of the field
- Demonstrate leadership potential based on the participation in academic, extra-curricular, community and professional development activities, and personal attributes.
- Show dedication to Vietnam & potential impact upon return
- Contribute to promoting the mutual understanding between the people of the United States and Vietnam through educational and cultural exchange activities.
- Have academic excellence and strong English proficiency
- Obtain excellent letters of reference that reflect/cite/support the qualities above
Notification: Interviews & finalists selection will be in August 2014.
How to Apply?
The mode of applying is online. A complete online application package must include:
- Application form
- Two essays (study objectives and personal statement)
- 03 letters of recommendation
- Transcripts and diplomas
- TOEFL iBT and/or IELTS score reports
- Curriculum vitae
- Please read the application guidelines in the Fulbright Booklet carefully before starting your application. Failure to comply with the guidelines may make your application “ineligible” for the further rounds of competition.
Application Deadline: April 28, 2014.
For further information: Fulbright Vietnamese Student Scholarship Program
