International Fulbright Science and Technology Awards - Fulbright New Zealand

Description: The US government's most prestigious and valuable education scholarships, International Fulbright Science and Technology Awards are for promising graduate students to undertake PhD study at top US universities in fields of science, technology or engineering.

Approximately 40 awards are offered each year to graduate students from around the world who demonstrate unique aptitude and innovation in scientific fields, leadership potential and the ability to be a cultural ambassador for their country. Candidates are nominated by their home country's Fulbright commission and selected by rigorous international competition.

Awards cover full tuition and stipend for three years of PhD study in the US, plus a return airfare to the US and allowances for books and equipment, research and professional conferences. The total value of the award is estimated at over NZD 350,000. Grantees host universities are expected to cover the remaining expenses toward completion of the degree.

Studying in the US is an opportunity to explore America, share your culture and make friends with students from around the world. The quality of teaching, facilities and resources is renowned worldwide.

Academic Level:

• Bachelors

Field(s) of Study:

Amount: estimated at over NZD 350,000

No. of Scholarship Recipients: 40 awards each year

Criteria: * Have at least a four-year degree (or a three-year degree with honors), but not hold a doctoral degree at the time you take up your award
* Plan to complete a PhD at a US institution
* Apply to study in one of the eligible fields listed above. Please see also the more detailed Fields of Study Descriptions on the Institute of International Education (IIE) website, and contact Fulbright New Zealand if you are still unsure of your eligibility
* Meet the citizenship requirements for this award:

Citizenship requirements:

* New Zealand citizen
* Not a permanent resident or citizen of the US
* Not currently living in the US.

Preference for Fulbright awards is given to candidates who have not had extensive recent experience in the US.

Includes: * Return airfare to the US
* Full tuition and stipend for three years
* Allowances for books and equipment, research and professional conferences
* Basic health and accident insurance up to USD 100,000
* GRE test vouchers
* Support and enrichment seminars run by the Institute of International Education (IIE) throughout your stay in the US.