2022 Fulbright Foreign Student Program

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
IN THE UNITED STATES
Call for Applications
The U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section is now accepting applications for the 2022 Fulbright
Foreign Student Program. This program will award scholarships to Zimbabwean university faculty
for advanced degrees in the United States. Designed primarily to provide professional development
and strengthen higher education, the Student Program is the largest Fulbright program in Africa.

The Fulbright program is the premier international educational exchange program sponsored by the
United States Department of State. The primary source of funding for the Fulbright program is an
annual appropriation by the United States Congress.

Prospective Fulbright participants should be aware that public health conditions, availability of
consular services and travel, as well as U.S. institutional operating status and policies may affect
their ability to travel to the United States and participate in academic programs.

Eligibility Requirements
 Zimbabwean citizenship;
 Affiliation with, and commitment to work at an educational institution in Zimbabwe upon
completion of the program;
 Completed prior academic study equivalent to at least a 4-year U.S. bachelor's degree;
 English fluency;
 Outstanding academic records and preparation in their chosen field;
 Satisfactory test scores (TOEFL, GRE, GMAT, etc.). N.B. Test fees are paid for finalists
by the Fulbright program; and
 High motivation and a serious commitment to completing the program within a specific
timeframe and returning home immediately upon completion of studies.

Application/Selection Process
Applicants should apply at https://apply.iie.org/apply/. Application submission deadline is April
30, 2021. After national selection, final nominations will be reviewed in the United States by
independent review committees. These review committees make recommendations to the J.
William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board. The Institute of International Education will seek
university placement of successful candidates. Awards and university placements will be
announced in March/April 2022 for programs beginning in August/September 2022.

APPLICATION Grant Provisions

SUBMISSION
The Fulbright Foreign Student Program provides:
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 Round-trip economy international travel and excess-baggage allowance:
APRIL 30, 2021  Settling-in allowance;
 Pre-academic orientation program;
 Monthly maintenance allowance and funding for books and professional activities;
 Tuition and university fees;
 Limited accident and sickness insurance;
 Program-required field trips; and
 Academic training.