To apply for the Fulbright Scholarship in Ethiopia, applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements, which vary depending on the type of award. Here are the main requirements for the Open Study/Research Award and the Fulbright-Fogarty Public Health Fellowship:
Open Study/Research Award Requirements
- Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Educational Background:
- Must hold at least a Bachelor’s degree by the award start date.
- Ph.D. candidates are preferred, but Master’s and Bachelor’s degree holders with significant professional experience may also apply.
- Research Proposal: Applicants must submit a well-defined research proposal that aligns with the priorities of the U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia, which include areas like peace and security, governance, and economic growth.
- Language Proficiency:
- English is the primary language of instruction; proficiency is generally sufficient for many research topics.
- Knowledge of Amharic or another local language may be necessary for research conducted outside of Addis Ababa.
- Affiliation: Applicants must secure an affiliation with an Ethiopian institution, preferably a public university, to conduct their research.
- Maturity and Independence: Candidates must demonstrate the ability to conduct independent research in challenging environments.
Fulbright-Fogarty Public Health Fellowship Requirements
- Educational Background:
- Must be enrolled in an accredited doctoral program (e.g., MD, PhD) in relevant fields such as public health, medicine, or nursing.
- By the program start date, applicants must have completed their third year of study (for MDs) or their Master’s requirements (for PhDs).
- Research Focus: The proposal must be related to public health, and applicants are encouraged to select “Public Health” as their field of study in the application.
- Language Proficiency: Similar to the Open Study/Research Award, proficiency in English is necessary, and knowledge of local languages may be beneficial for certain research topics.
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