Fulbright UK Summer Institutes

About the Fulbright UK Summer Institutes

The Fulbright UK Summer Institutes are three to four week programs for US undergraduates to study in the UK. There are several Institutes available each year and each Institute is hosted by a different university, focusing on specific historical or cultural context or a subject or topic. Depending on the Institute, students have an opportunity to:
– study alongside leading academics and professionals
– experience cultural and social events
– visit museums, galleries, castles, battlegrounds, stately homes and areas of scenic beauty
– receive credit to transfer to their home institution, etc
Students from all disciplines can apply but the Fulbright commission is seeking for “well-rounded students who have ambassadorial qualities”.

Eligible applicants:

To be eligible, applicants must:
– be a US citizen
– be at least 18 years old by the start of the program
– have a minimum GPA of 3.7
– Have at least two years of undergraduate study remaining after the Institute is over
– Have had little or no study or travel outside of the US

University endorsement required?

No

Citizenship requirement:

Must be U.S. citizen

The Fulbright UK Summer Institutes application process:

Review the scholarship website and research the different summer institutes. Decide which institute is a good fit for your academic interests and career goals (you can apply to only one of the institutes).

Discuss with CFSA and your mentor(s) your plans to apply for the scholarship.

Applications opens online in November

The application consists:
– an online application form (including a personal statement, short answer questions, and an essay question)
– two reference letters
– a recent transcript.

Applications are due in late February (specific dates vary by institute).

Interested? Contact CFSA for more information on how to get started.

Advising contact:

Jolynn Parker  Email:  jmpark02@syr.edu
More Information:  http://www.fulbright.org.uk/going-to-the-uk/uk-summer-institutes