Application Deadline
U.S. citizens: 2025-26 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Competition Deadline is Monday, September 16, 2024 at 5 PM EST. Find out more.
Congratulations on receiving a Fulbright grant! The resources on this page are designed to familiarize you with your host location and provide important context and information as you prepare to travel abroad. We encourage you to review the readings, websites, and logistical information offered by local contacts. Click the section headings below to display the information.
As part of your Fulbright grant, you are required to attend a virtual Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO) from July 15-18, 2024. The PDO will provide sessions and activities to help you prepare for your upcoming experience. You will receive an email in mid-June that will direct you to the PDO website where you can register for the event. If you have any questions regarding the PDO, please email FulbrightPDO.AF@iie.org.
U.S. Embassy, Public Affairs Section
Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive
Central District Area, Abuja
Tel: +(234) 1-4603602
Email: culturallagos@state.gov or culturalabuja@state.gov
Website: http://ng.usembassy.gov/
The Public Affairs Section is located in the American Embassy compound, Abuja, and #2 Walter Carrington Crescent, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria.
For more information, see the first page of the country guidelines.
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All applicants must meet the Program eligibility requirements (click to review the requirements).
Visit our Scholar Directory to view and search all Fulbright alumni. You can also learn more about Fulbright Alumni Ambassadors.
Teach undergraduate or graduate courses in any discipline at participating host institutions. Advise students and help them in research techniques. Supervise theses and dissertations. Review the current courses and recommend improvement measures. Develop new courses and training manuals.
All applicants must meet the Program eligibility requirements (click to review the requirements).
Visit our Scholar Directory to view and search all Fulbright alumni. You can also learn more about Fulbright Alumni Ambassadors.
Conduct research in up to three Sub-Saharan African countries. The Africa Regional Research Program (ARRP) has two overall objectives: (1) to increase or develop new contacts and intellectual ties between U.S.