This grant is to pursue a master’s degree in the US for one to two years in any field except medical sciences. It is open to applicants who serve as permanent faculty members of state or private universities in Indonesia.
Eligible Fields of Study
Fulbright grants may be used for study or research in most disciplines and fields of study with the exception of medicine related to patient care or clinical patient contact. Proposals in humanities, arts, and social sciences, and in science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), and health are equally welcome. Applications in STEM fields are encouraged that focus on environmental preservation, alternative energy exploration, or climate change mitigation.
General Requirements
The applicant should:
- Be an Indonesian citizen currently resident in Indonesia
- Be a lecturer at an Indonesian state or private university holding a Nomor Induk Dosen Nasional, or NIDN
- Fulfill other requirements established by RISTEK-DIKTI and set out yearly in its online scholarships guide
- Possess leadership qualities and show experience in community service
- Have preparation in, and a demonstrated commitment to, her or his chosen field of study
- Be proficient in English
- Have an outstanding academic record
- Demonstrate that she/he can realistically accomplish full-time graduate study or conduct research in the US
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to return to Indonesia upon completion of the Fulbright scholarship program