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The 2024-2025 Fulbright Foreign Student Program offers Bangladeshi young professionals scholarships to pursue fully funded master’s degrees. This program is prestigious. The American Institute of International Education conducts it in partnership with the US Department of State. It allows students to study in the USA for free. They gain advanced knowledge and global perspectives.
Who Can Apply for Bangladeshi Young Professionals Scholarships?
This program primarily targets junior faculty members at higher education institutions in Bangladesh. Additionally, officials from research institutions, intellectual organizations, and NGOs can apply. The scholarship benefits young professionals aiming to contribute to Bangladesh’s growth and development.
Areas of Study
Participants can choose fields such as health, biological and physical sciences, and social sciences. Other options include humanities, business, economics, public policy, and environmental sciences. Those interested in urban planning, the arts, psychology, or security studies can also apply. This wide range of disciplines ensures opportunities for diverse interests.
Why Apply for These Scholarships?
These scholarships eliminate financial barriers for eligible candidates. The Fulbright program not only covers tuition but also promotes cultural exchange. By studying in the USA for free, Bangladeshi professionals can gain global insights and return with advanced expertise.
Final Thoughts
The Bangladeshi young professionals scholarships provide an incredible chance to earn a master’s degree at no cost. Applicants can build a brighter future by advancing their education and contributing to their communities. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to study in the USA for free and expand your horizons.
Eligibility Criteria: Who can apply?
To apply for a Fulbright scholarship, applicants must meet certain conditions:
- Candidates must have a minimum of four years bachelor’s degree with meritorious results from a recognized public or private university in Bangladesh
- Did not take a degree from an American university before or is currently enrolled in any education program in the United States
- Did not have a postgraduate degree from any country other than Bangladesh (but those who have taken a postgraduate degree from Bangladesh, they will be considered eligible)
- Must have at least two years of full-time work experience. This experience must be in the relevant or related field of the subject you want to study.
- Must be fluent and proficient in English
- Must have a minimum score of 90 in Internet-based (IBT) TOEFL or a minimum score of 7 in IELTS
- * Must be a Bangladeshi citizen residing in Bangladesh at the time of application.
Application Process
- The application form has to be filled online.
- Academic transcript (education transcript) and certificate from each educational institution from which he has received education after higher secondary education.
- Three recommenders will upload/present three recommendation letters directly on the online application portal separately.
- Academic Records Information Form (available on the online application site)
- TOEFL/IELTS scores
- It is necessary to have a competitive exam score, either GRE or GMAT. This score is required for admission to a master’s degree program in the United States. If an applicant has already taken the GRE or GMAT exam, they must submit the marks obtained. This information should be included with the online application.
Applying candidates should do
Interested students can apply for the Fulbright Scholarship until June 1. The applicant needs to create a login account to apply. Full instructions are available at this link.
For more details, you can contact Raihana Sultana, Cultural Affairs Specialist of the US Embassy in Dhaka, by e-mail ([email protected]).
Reference: Ministry of Foreign Affairs & U.S. Embassy in Bangladesh
