The Fulbright Scholarship Program and General Requirement

(Do not include this part with the submitted application.)

Overview of the Fulbright Scholarship Program

The mission of the Fulbright Scholar Program is to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and people of other countries. It aims to provide educational exchanges to a maximum number of individuals not previously afforded such an opportunity.

Applicants should be representatives and responsible citizens who can contribute to a full and fair picture of the culture of their own countries and thereby contribute to understanding between the people of the United States and their country. They should also demonstrate the cross-cultural sensitivity and flexibility needed to adjust successfully to life in the U.S.

Application and Preview Process

The purpose of this guideline is to assist potential Fulbrighters in preparing their application and to try to answer questions often asked about the application process.

Application Guidelines

Advance planning will give the applicant as much time as possible to put together thoughtful and complete application.

  • Read and complete the application form carefully. The application consists of a four-page form for personal data, educational and professional background, proposed program plan and biographical statement; plus 2 two-page forms for letters of recommendations.
  • All items must be in English or otherwise indicated, and use American date notation (i.e., month day, year).
  • If using an electronic version of the application, do not change the format, pagination, fonts and type size of the application forms.
  • Do not attach additional page for items 11 and 12.
  • Applications must be submitted by the deadline set by the Thailand – United States Educational Foundation (TUSEF) for further consideration. Applications received after the stated deadline will not be processed.
  • TUSEF conducts the initial screening and endorsement of all the applications.
  • Applicants will be notified by TUSEF if they are selected.
  • Applicants are responsible to check the selection results (screening and interview) at TUSEF’s website ( at the time indicated in the program announcement.

Confidential Letters of Recommendation

Candid and honest letters of recommendation provide an evidence of an application’s reputation within his/her discipline. The letter of recommendation form in the application pack suggests qualifications that recommenders should address:

  • Applicants must submit 2 references in sealed envelopes. At least one must be from an academic source.
  • Recommendation letters should be from people qualified to evaluate the applicants’ educational background and professional work.
  • Do not ask someone for letters of recommendation unless the persons are well acquainted with the applicant’s qualifications.
  • Choose recommenders carefully and contact them early to ensure that the letters will be completed before the application deadline.
  • Two letters of recommendation must be submitted along with the application. Otherwise, the application will be weakened by an insufficient number of references and will not be processed.
  • Failure to use the confidential letter of recommendation form provided will delay the application process.
  • It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that reference letters are submitted by the deadline.

Supporting Materials

Official Transcripts of Academic Performance for all years of study

  • The transcripts of academic record are essential to the evaluation of the applicant’s academic ability.
  • If the applicants have attended more than one university during their undergraduate degree, transcripts from all universities attended must be submitted along with the application.

TOEFL Score as a proof of English proficiency (We do not accept IELTS scores.)

  • Five photocopies of official test results must be included with the Fulbright application packet. Because of the length of time required to receive official results (generally six weeks after the examination), the application should register for the TOEFL exam at least two to three months prior to applying to Fulbright Scholarships.

Application Cover Sheet

(Must be submitted with the application)

Name:

Important Note:

  • Only a complete application set will be processed. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that the application is completely filled in and photocopied before submitting to the Thailand – United States Educational Foundation.
  • All application documents must be printed in English, except where otherwise indicated, and printed on one-sided A4 paper.
  • Please do not use staple.
  • Please sort the document in the order indicated below.

By signing below, I have included all the required items and indicated in the checkboxes above. I understand that any missing document(s) may automatically disqualify my application.

Signature / Print or Type Name / Submission Date

PRELIMINARY APPLICATION AND GUIDELINES FOR

2016 FULBRIGHT OPEN COMPETITION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

(Only completed application will be processed.)

Complete this form in English except where otherwise indicated. The form must be typed and printed from a computer. Submit the completed application along with required supporting documents to the Thailand – U.S. Educational Foundation (Fulbright Thailand) within the application deadline.

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  1. Name(Underline family name):

Mr., Ms., Mrs. / (English)
(Thai)
Proposed Major Field of Study:
Specific Area of Major Field:
Degree Sought: Master of
  1. Mailing Addresses:

Home: (English)
Home Tel.:
Home: (Thai)
Mobile:
Office: (English)
Office Tel: / Office Fax:
Preferred E-mail:
  1. Are you a government official?YesNo

If yes, please indicate date of permanent employment.
  1. Personal Data:

Age: / Date of Birth: / (mmm dd, yyyy) / Place of Birth: / Citizenship:
Marital Status: / SingleMarriedDivorcedWidowed
Spouse’s Name: (Thai) / Occupation:
Address:
Tel./Mobile: / E-mail:
  1. Father’s Occupation:

Father’s Name: (Thai) / Occupation:
Address:
Tel./Mobile: / E-mail:
  1. Mother’s Occupation:

Father’s Name: (Thai) / Occupation:
Address:
Tel./Mobile: / E-mail:

Educational Background Summary and TOEFL Score

TOEFL Score: / iBTCBTPBT / Date Taken:
Undergraduate Field(s): / GPA:
Graduate Field(s): / GPA:
  1. Education:

Institution / Field of Study / Date of Completion / Degree/Diploma Received / GPA/Percentage
Secondary School:
University or College:
If you are studying at present, please indicate:
  1. Occupational Experience:(Give present position first, then most recent positions next.)

Position / Firm/Organization / Type of Major Work / From / To
mmm/yyyy / Present
mmm/yyyy / mmm/yyyy
Total / Years of working experience (excluding the periods of study).
  1. List scholarships or fellowships held at present or in the past (Give source of sponsor, where and duration.)

Scholarships / Source of Sponsor / From / to
mmm/yyyy / mmm/yyyy
  1. Indicate any academic honors or prizes which you have received with title and dates.

Academic Honors or Prizes / Time
mmm/yyyy
  1. What do you plan to do upon your return to Thailand?
  1. References:

No. / Name / Position and Place of Work / E-mail Address
1.
2.
  1. Experience Abroad:(Excluding short-term leisure travel of less than 2 weeks):

Place (City/Town, Country) / From / To / Purpose
mmm/yyyy / mmm/yyyy
  1. Proposed Program Plan: Write a clear and detailed statement concerning your proposed major field of interest, the specific area of your field, your study and professional objectives, and the reasons for undertaking the program in the U.S. Explain the kind of program you wish to attend and how your proposed plan relates to your previous experiences and your future goals. The statement should be printed within the space provided below (350-400 words).
  1. Biographical Statement: Write an essay, describing yourself, your personal qualities, academic/professional accomplishments and ambitions for the future. The essay should not exceed this page (350-400 words).

I certify that the information provided in this application is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I have read the program announcement. I agree to abide by the provisions, requirements and selection process of the program. I understand that unclear and incomplete applications will not be considered by the Bi-national Selection Committee. I also acknowledge that grantees who required more than one year to complete the master’s degree are expected to find support from other sources for their study program in the United States beyond the initial year. Renewal of the grants will be considered on a case by case.

Signature / Print or Type Name / Submission Date

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