Fulbright scholarship for a master's degree in the United States, academic year 2010-2011.

Established in 1946 with funding from the U.S. Congress, the Fulbright Program aims to enhance mutual understanding through cultural and educational exchange. It is a competitive program based on merit and merit. Approximately 20-25 scholarships are awarded each year. Since 1992, more than 400 Vietnamese students have participated in the program.

What does the Fulbright Scholarship offer?

Scholarship recipients will pursue a master's degree program in the United States beginning in the 2010-2011 academic year. The Fulbright Program in Vietnam will find a suitable institution for successful applicants. Scholarship recipients will receive full tuition coverage, a monthly stipend, round-trip airfare to the United States, and health insurance.

Who is eligible to apply?

1. As a Vietnamese citizen;
2. I have a bachelor's degree.
3. Applicants must have at least one year of work experience from the date of their university diploma to April 1, 2009;
4. A minimum TOEFL score of 550 (internal) equivalent to 79 (iBT) or a valid IELTS score of 6.5 is required.
5. They must not be employees or dependents of employees working for the U.S. diplomatic mission in Vietnam;
6. Applicants must not have a Bachelor's or Master's degree from a US university obtained within the last 3 years.

Which fields of study are recommended?

The Fulbright Program encourages fields of study in the social sciences and humanities such as American Literature, American Studies, Education, Communication, Journalism, International Relations, Social Work, Public Policy, Economics, Business Administration, Public Health, Library Science, Public Administration, English Language Teaching, Gender and Women's Studies, Environmental Studies, Fine Arts and Performing Arts, Law, Information Technology Management and Information Systems… (Please contact the Fulbright Program if your field of study is not on this list).

How do I submit my application?

To participate in the program, applicants must submit:

1. An application form (accessible at the website):http://vietnam.usembassy.gov/fvst.htmlThe application package includes: Two essays (one outlining learning objectives and one personal essay), and a resume.
2. Certified copies of diplomas and transcripts (with certified English translations);
3. Three letters of recommendation;
4. TOEFL/IELTS certificates;
5. A sample signature.

Application deadline?

5:00 PM, April 1, 2009, at the Fulbright Student Program, Cultural and Information Office, U.S. Embassy, ​​7 Lang Ha Street, Dong Da District, Hanoi.

Where can I find related information?

Information sessions about the Scholarship Program will be held throughout Vietnam from December 2008 to March 2008.

For more details, please visit the website:http://vietnam.usembassy.gov/fvst.htmlAlternatively, contact Program Assistant Nguyen Thi Hanh, Tel: 04-3850 5100 (extension: 5089); email: nguyenHT4@state.gov.

Staff of Vietnam National University, Hanoi can contact the Personnel Department Specialist, Pham Hung Hiep, Tel: 04 – 3754 7765; email: hiepph@vnu.vn for advice or assistance.