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Selection panels will generally use the following Applicants are encouraged to seek guidance from
criteria to evaluate applications: Fulbright alumni on basic preparation for a
l Academic credentials and professional ability Fulbright application such as:
l Merit of the proposed Fulbright project l familiarity with resources in India before
l Communication skills proposing research abroad;
l Commitment to community or national service l a proposal with a clear focus;
l Need to conduct research in the U.S.
l a sense of how the proposed work is relevant
l Outcomes, Potential Impact and Benefits to the Indian context;
l Motivation, Seriousness of Purpose, Maturity,
l identification of resources in the U.S.; and
Leadership, Cultural Adaptability
l Ability to contribute as a cultural ambassador l the role of an exchange participant as a cultural
beyond his/ her specific field of study ambassador of India beyond his/her specific
field of study.
Decisions taken by the reviewers/committees in
connection with the selection process will be final
USIEF offices organize Fulbright mentoring
and requests for reconsideration will NOT be
workshops for potential applicants. These
entertained.
workshops guide applicants on the elements of a
strong application. Please contact the USIEF
office in your region for information on the
mentoring workshops.
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