FULBRIGHT FOREIGN STUDENT PROGRAM

Instructions for Completing the

Fulbright Foreign Student Program Application – Master’s Grant
Binational Fulbright Commission in Egypt
21 Amer Street, Messaha, Dokki 12311, Giza, Egypt
Tel: 3335 9717/3335 7978 Fax: 3762 7346 Mobile: 01003380228
e-mail: student@bfce.eun.eg
Website: www.fulbright-egypt.org
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Read all instructions carefully before completing the application

STEP 1: Learn requirements for submitting an application

Eligibility:
 Egyptian citizenship. Holders of U.S. green cards and/or passports are ineligible.
 Applicants must reside in Egypt starting the application process till the travel date (in case of
selection)
 Bachelor’s degree. Minimum of “Good” for applicants in American studies, humanities, and social
sciences. Minimum of “Very Good” for applicants in the sciences.
 Minimum Institutional TOEFL from AMIDEAST Egypt or any of the below ETS Authorized
Distributors and/or ITP Testing Centers of 550 or its equivalent iBT (80), or IELTS (6.5).

Center Designated Governorates

AMIDEAST Egypt - Cairo Cairo
AMIDEAST Egypt – Alexandria Alexandria
American Canadian Center Menoufia, Kafr El Sheikh, Qalubiya, & Gharbia
The American Language Center Damietta
Nile Academy Mansoura
MASRYA Sohag, Assiut, Menia, New Valley, Qena, Luxor, & Aswan

Eligible Fields:
All fields are eligible.
(Students applying in the fields of medicine, veterinary medicine, and dentistry should be aware that their
master’s programs cannot include clinical studies or direct patient contact).
Applicants in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), Agriculture
and Economics are encouraged to apply.

Supporting documentation needed to complete your application:

Your application is not considered complete or technically eligible until your online application and all
your supporting documentats are submitted via the online system only prior to or by the deadline May
12, 2018.
Required Supporting Documents as part of the Online Application:
- Signature form.
- Valid minimum institutional (local) TOEFL score of 550 or its equivalent iBT or IELTS from
AMIDEAST or any of the ETS approved centers listed above.
- Three letters of reference/recommendation (online recommendation letters are preferred).
- Copies of certificates and transcripts of all post-secondary schools attended, and original English
translations.
All applications and required supporting documents should be submitted via the online system only.

Tentative Time Frame:

February 11, 2018 Program announcement

May 12, 2018 Deadline for submission of online application and supporting
documents.
September 2018 Personal interview – held in the commission premises in Cairo.
October 2018 Selections are announced

STEP 2: Record user ID and password in a safe place

Your email address is your user ID. When you create an account for this online application, you create a
password. An e-mail will be sent to you indicating your User ID and Password. Keep this information in
a safe place. You can log in and out of the application as frequently as you like; however, you must have
your user ID and password.

STEP 3: Complete the application

You do not need to complete this application at one sitting. You can re-enter at anytime and edit your
application. But remember that once you submit your application, you can NO longer make changes
to it.

All forms in this application are to be completed in English. Items must be answered completely and
carefully.

Helpful “tips”:
 Avoid using all capital letters when answering items, e.g. name, address, etc. It is better to use
upper and lower case, e.g. Ron Smith.
 Some questions are ‘required.” In other words, you will not be able to complete and submit your
application until all required items are completed. You will find obligatory questions written in
red and identified with the following sign: *

Often specific instructions for completing a section or a question will be provided in the application.
Please read all instructions carefully. In addition, please review the following important information.

Preliminary Question Section: It is very important that the following questions are answered correctly:
 Question 1 –Through which country are you applying?
o Make sure that you properly identified the Fulbright country competition to which you are
applying. Usually this will be the Fulbright Office in your country of citizenship.
 Question 2—Have you checked with your Fulbright Office?
o If you have any questions regarding the programs, please contact the Fulbright Commission
in Egypt.

General Information Section:

 Citizenship/Birthday Place
 o Name – It is very important that you list your name exactly as it appears (or will appear)
on your passport. Please use upper and lower case when entering your name, e.g. Ron
Smith. Also, do not use diacritical markings as this can sometimes create computer-
related problems.
 Study Plans
o Application Cycle – Please make sure to choose 2019-20 application cycle.
o Degree Objective - Select Master’s degree
o Field of Study & Specialization: From the choices, select the field of study and
specialization that are most appropriate to your study objective.

Education Section:
 Institutions Attended: List educational institutions attended in reverse chronological order,
including any in which you may be presently enrolled. If you’ve attended a U.S. institution, you
must complete a Transcript Release Form for each U.S. institution you have attended. Please
download the Transcript Release Form from the Supplemental Forms section of the online
application and upload the completed form in the Transcripts and Additional Documents section
of this application.

Experience, Language Skills and Test Scores Page:

 Occupational Experience
o Current Position – Please select from the drop-down menu the position title which best
describes the activity in which you are currently (or most recently) involved.
o Detailed Occupational Experience – List positions held, beginning with the most recent
employment, if any. (Click on the “Add Occupational Experience” positioned below the
Occupational Experience box on the right.)

Personal Information Section: (The information provided on this form will be used by the Fulbright
Commission in Egypt and Fulbright administrative agencies for internal purposes only)
 National Identification Number
o Please enter your National Identification Number (Al Raqam al Qawmi) here.
 Authorization of Release of Information
o Please read it carefully and mark “Yes” to complete a successful application.
o It is very important that you sign your first and last name exactly as it appears (or will
appear) on your passport.

University Preferences:
 Preferred Institutes
o It is not a requirement, nor is it expected for you to identify institutions at which you
would like to study. However, if you do have preferences, please list in priority order
up to three schools of your choice. Indicate specific departments and/or programs. Give
specific reasons for each choice. If you have been in contact with professors, please
provide names and email and/or phone contacts for each one. Your preferences will be
taken into consideration insofar as possible. However, please understand that there is
no guarantee that your application will be sent to these programs. Applications are
made on your behalf to programs that provide a good 'academic fit' based on your study
plans and your competitiveness. The goals and priorities of your scholarship sponsor
are also strongly considered

Essays & Resume/Curriculum Vitae Section:

 Study/Research Objective
o Write a clear and detailed description of your study/research objectives, and give your
reasons for wanting to pursue them. Be specific about your major field and your
specialized interests within this field. Describe the kind of program you expect to
undertake, and explain how your study plan fits in with your previous training and your
future objectives. This statement is an essential part of your application and is
required. Do not mention specific U.S. universities at which you would like to
 study. Please click here to see tutorial videos that will help you write your research
objective.

 Personal Statement
o This personal statement should be a narrative statement describing how you have
achieved your current goals. It should not be a mere listing of facts. It should include
information about your education, practical experience, special interests, and career
plans. Describe any significant factors that have influenced your educational or
professional development. Comment on the number of years of practical experience
already completed in the field in which academic work will be done in the U.S. Do not
mention specific U.S. universities at which you would like to study. Please click
here to see tutorial videos that will help you write your personal statement.

 Resume/Curriculum Vitae
o Please include a copy of your resume or curriculum vitae. If you indicate books, articles
or theses that are available online, please include the URL links. If you have a
professional website (e.g. design and visual arts), please include this URL as well.

Transcripts & Additional Documents Section:

 University Transcripts:
o Please know that you need to upload your certificates and transcripts in English to this
section.
o Please obtain a copy of your transcript(s) and certificate, scan, and convert them into an
electronic format, and upload the file on this page. Please combine all the papers in one
document in PDF or JPEG format.

 Test Scores:
o Please upload your copy of any available, valid test score reports. Note that you can only
upload one document per page, so you may need to combine files if you have multiple
exams.

STEP 4: Print supplemental forms

It is a good idea to print all supplemental forms prior to submitting your application electronically.
However, even after submitting your application you will be able to access these forms. The following
forms can be found by clicking on the Supplemental Forms button on the Home page of this application.
a. Letter of Reference/Recommendation (online recommendation letters are preferred): You
must have three letters of reference/recommenders submitted on your behalf. Letters of reference
are extremely important. All letters of reference should be written by teachers under whom you
have studied or pursued research or by someone who has supervised you in work related to your
proposed field of study. Letters of reference should not be written by persons related to you either
by blood or marriage or by personal friends. At least one academic and one professional or work-
related letter should be included among the letters. The letters should be written in English if
possible. If they are not, an original English translation must be provided.
 Your recommenders have two ways in which they can submit their letters:
o You can print out the Letter of Reference form and forward to your
recommenders who will then complete the forms and mail to the Fulbright
Commission in Egypt. (Enter recommenders’ information on Register
Recommenders section)
o Your recommenders can complete the forms online and submit electronically.
You must click on the Recommendation button on the Home page of this
application to register your recommenders.
Recommendation letters are confidential; for program use only and cannot be retained.
b. Report on Proficiency in English: This is not a required form
c. Signature Form: You must print out, sign, and upload this form on your online application.
STEP 5: Review Section
 This section helps you identify the missing information on your application before final
submission.
 “X This is a required field” will be written next to missing information

STEP 6: Submit your application

After completing this application and thoroughly reviewing it, you will submit it electronically to the
Fulbright Program Office in Egypt. Please note, it is very important that the following questions were
answered correctly:
 Question 1--Citizenship: Make sure that you identified Egypt as the Fulbright Office to
which you are applying.
 Question 2—Program Cycle: Make sure that you identified 2019-20 cycle as the award
program to which you are applying.
If you entered either question incorrectly, you must correct your answer(s) prior to submitting your
application.

Note carefully, after submitting your application electronically, you will be able to access it in a viewable
PDF format and access supplemental forms. You will be able to print your application and supplemental
forms. However, you will not be able to make changes to your application. In addition, you will be able
to access tracking information (see below for further information).

Important Information:

A) Standardized Tests:
To apply, you must submit any of the following valid minimum Test of English scores: 550
(Institutional AMIDEAST TOEFL-ITP/Local) or 80 (Internet Based TOEFL-IBT) or 6.5
(International English Language Testing System-IELTS). Failure to submit any of the above will
result in disqualification of your application.

If selected, you will be required to take one or more of the following standardized tests to gain admission
to a U.S. university:

1. Tests of English Language Proficiency

a. TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): TOEFL is an admissions requirement at U.S.
institutions for applicants whose native language is not English. All non-native English-speaking
candidates should immediately register for TOEFL.

b. IELTS (International English Language Testing System): A growing number of

U.S. institutions will accept the IELTS in lieu of TOEFL scores.

2. GRE (Graduate Records Examination): The GRE is required by most U.S. graduate schools
and/or departments for candidates applying in the fields of science, technology, or engineering.
You should make every effort to register for the earliest possible administration of the GRE.
Generally, the quantitative section of the exam is weighed heavily in the sciences.

GRE SUBJECT TESTS are required for the following fields: Biochemistry, Cell and molecular
Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics and • Physics. The GRE Subject
Test is only offered on a limited basis in paper-based format. You should make every effort to
register for the earliest possible administration of this exam.

3. GMAT (Graduate Management Admissions Test): GMAT is an admissions requirement

for applicants proposing to study Business or Management, as well as any fields which may fall
within the scope of offerings of a Business school or department. Arrangements should be made
immediately to take the GMAT.
Note carefully, you MUST indicate that you want your score reports sent to AMIDEAST, Washington.
You must indicate the AMIDEAST code on the registration forms and/or the forms provided at the time
you take the exam.
The code for the TOEFL is 5027
The code for GRE is R5027
The code for the GMAT is 5RG-7V-87
Note: TOEFL scores are valid for 2 years. GRE and GMAT scores are valid for 5 years.

B) Duration of Grants: Fulbright grants and other fellowships, assistantships, scholarships and
educational grants are generally awarded for nine to twelve months beginning in August or
September. Candidates appointed to certain types of Fulbright grants may be required to arrive during
the summer for an introductory course or intensive English program prior to the academic year. In
some cases, arrangements may be made for an extension of the period of grant beyond the first
academic year. Candidates should not assume, however, that awards are automatically renewable.

C) Duration of Degrees: The length of your degree program may exceed the available funding and
sponsorship limits of your Fulbright grant. The requirements for completing academic work toward a
degree vary depending upon the degree desired, the candidate’s academic background and the
regulations of the individual U.S. institution to which the candidate is admitted. It is usually not
possible to obtain a degree in one academic year. Although the minimum time required for a Master’s
degree is one academic year, a student should expect to spend from at least one summer session to an
additional academic year to complete the academic requirements.

D) Change of Plans: You should promptly inform your Fulbright Program Office of any change in your
academic status or future plans after your application has been submitted.