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Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowships 2024-25
United StatesWhat is Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowships 2024-25?
Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowships 2024-25 is an opportunity offered by the United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF) to outstanding Indian students. Under this fellowship, the selected candidates can pursue a master's degree program at selected U.S. colleges and universities in the following areas -
- Arts and Culture Management including Heritage Conservation and Museum Studies
- Economics
- Environmental Science/Studies
- Higher Education Administration
- International Affairs
- International Legal Studies
- Journalism and Mass Communication
- Public Administration
- Public Health
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Women’s Studies/Gender Studies
The selected candidates will receive funding for tuition fees and other benefits.
Who is offering this scholarship ?
This fellowship is being offered by the United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF).
Who can apply for this scholarship ?
To be eligible, an applicant must -
- have completed an equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree from a recognized Indian university with at least 55% marks
- possess a four-year bachelor's degree or have completed a master's degree OR
- have a full-time postgraduate diploma from a recognized Indian institution, if the bachelor's degree is of less than four years duration
- have at least three years of full-time (paid) professional work experience relevant to the proposed field of study
- be experienced in leadership and community service
- not have another degree from a U.S. university or be enrolled in a U.S. degree program
What are the benefits ?
The selected applicants will receive the following benefits -
- J-1 visa support
- Round-trip economy class air travel from fellow's home city to the host institution in the U.S.
- Funding for tuition, living and related costs
- Accident and sickness coverage as per U.S. government guidelines
Note -
- The Fulbright-Nehru Master's fellowships provide no financial support to dependents.
- USIEF funding will not cover all costs and the fellows will need to supplement grant benefits with other resources.
How can you apply ?
Follow the steps below to apply for the fellowship -
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button on the right-hand side of the dashboard and fill in the required details to 'Register'. (Note - If already registered, log in using the registered email Id.)
Step 3: Navigate to the 'How to Apply' section and click on the first link.
Step 4: For first-time users, click on the 'Create an Account' link, whereas registered users click on Login.
Step 5: To register for an account, enter an email address, first and last name, and date of birth and click on 'Continue'
Step 6: Enter the pin received through email to activate the account and create a password to complete the process.
Step 7: After successfully creating the account, log in using valid credentials.
Step 8: Fill in the required information step-by-step and upload the required documents s in PDF format as required.
Step 9: Fill in the grant and additional information and submit the form.
Note -
- The name must be entered exactly the way it appears (or will appear) on the applicant's passport.
- For detailed information, kindly go through the 'Detailed Application Instruction'.
What are the documents required for the Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowships 2024-25?
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)/resume
- Academic degree and mark sheets
- Language test scores
- Letter of invitation
- Passport
- FNDR annexure form
- FNDR endorsement form
- Study/research objective
- Personal statement
- Writing sample
- Portfolio, if applicable
- Scanned copies of your mark sheets or transcripts and diploma/degree certificates
- Scanned copies of proof of work/professional experience
- Three reference letters
Note - For detailed information, kindly go through the 'Detailed Application Instruction'.
What are the selection criteria ?
The candidates will be selected based on their qualifications by an expert committee.
What are the important dates ?
Application Deadline - 17th May 2023, 23:59:59 hrs (IST)
National interviews of Shortlisted Candidates - End August 2023
USIEF Notifies Finalists - March/April 2024
Beginning of Program - August/September 2024
Terms and Conditions
- The applicant will be affiliated with one US host institution for the grant.
- The applicants can apply under one fellowship category only during a competition cycle.
- Plagiarism in the application will lead to disqualification.
- Fulbright-Nehru applications are to be submitted online.
- Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
- Extensions and transfer of visa sponsorship will not be permitted.
- Applicants recommended by the experts will be required to appear for an interview with the USIEF National Selection Committee.
Important documents
FNMaster's Applicant Checklist
Important Links
Contact details
United States-India Educational Foundation
12, Hailey Road
New Delhi - 110 001
Email Id - masters@usief.org.in