Australian Scholar Resources

This page is designed for scholars who have recently been awarded a Fulbright Postgraduate, Postdoctoral, Senior Scholar and/or Professional Scholarships. Please read all the information to assist in planning your trip. A large portion of this information will be covered during the Orientation Session in March.

Information and Documentation for Fulbright Scholars

The forms marked with an asterisk (*) are to be completed and returned to the Fulbright Commission:

• Accept / Decline Fulbright Scholarship* (.pdf, 19k) —This form indicates your plans, but is not binding
• Supplementry Information Form*(.pdf, 58k) —This form provides vital information including any changes to your contact details.
• Fulbright Scholarship Information (.pdf, 48k) —General information about the scholarships, Social Security
• Fulbright Scholar Timeline (.pdf, 32k) —This timeline is for scholars departing July/August 2006. The timeline for scholars departing later will follow these steps but occur 3-4 months later.
• IIE Terms and Conditions* (.pdf, 26k) —This terms and conditions of Fulbright Scholarships for postgraduates are outlined in this document.
• Medical History* (.pdf, 29k) —Medical History and Examination Form, to be completed by all Fulbright scholars
• Fulbright Payment Options*
  • Postgraduate (.pdf, 37k)
  • Postdoctoral (.pdf, 37k)
  • Senior Scholar (.pdf, 32k)
  • Professional (.pdf, 30k)
• DS-2019 (J-1 Status) Procedure (.pdf, 26k) —The Exchange Visitor Program, or J-1 visa is used for a variety of educational purposes, including invitations from Postgraduate, Professionals, Senior Scholars and Postdoctoral, coming to the U.S. to pursue temporary educational activities under the Fulbright Program. The U.S. Department of State (CIES and IIE) through the Fulbright Commission is responsible for administering and supervising the J-1 Program.
• Exchange Visitor Visa (J-Visa) (.pdf, 38k) —This visa category is designed for applicants planning to teach, study, research, demonstrate special skills or receive graduate medical or other training in programs approved by the U.S. State Department.
• Fulbright Scholar Final Report —This form is required by the Commission at the conclusion of your Fulbright Scholarships to provide valuable feedback to those who administer the program and will be forwarded to the Commission's Board and U.S. Department of State. Postgraduates note: Final payment will be processed on receipt of your final report.

Travel Tips for Fulbright Scholars

• Travel advice from recent Australian Fulbright Scholars (.pdf, 4k) — Advice from recent Australian Scholars to the U.S. on:
  • Living in the U.S.
  • Travel and transport
  • Banking and budgeting
  • Travelling with families
  • Cultural differences and other miscellaneous advice

Opportunities for Fulbright Scholars

• Fulbright Gregory Schwartz Enrichment Grants — The Fulbright Gregory Schwartz Enrichment Grants are open to Australian Fulbright Postgraduate Scholars to enrich their experience in the United States.