Eligibility Requirements

• Nepalese Citizenship
• For researchers: Doctoral degree (for researchers). For post-doctoral researchers, only those scholars who received their doctorate between 2010-2020 are eligible to apply
• For artists: or equivalent professional training or experience at the time of application For professionals and artists outside academia, recognized professional standing and substantial professional accomplishment is expected
• A minimum of three years’ post-doctoral professional experience in Nepal for post-doctoral researchers; a minimum of five years of experience in the area is required for artists.
• A detailed statement of proposed activity for research and/or an artistic project at a U.S. institution- The proposed project should contribute to the development of knowledge in your field and must be feasible within a maximum period of nine months in the U.S. For post-doctoral researchers, the subject of the proposed research must relate directly to Nepal. For artists, the proposed project must have relevance to Nepal
• Proficiency in English appropriate to the proposed project
• Sound physical and mental health- Those selected for a Fulbright grant are required to submit a Medical History and Examination Report before their grants can be finalized