Language Proficiency in French is critical. Depending on the research topic, basic familiarity with the local Arabic dialect or Sara language is recommended.

Grant period 10 months, October to June. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2010 and March 2011, subject to the approval of the U.S. Embassy in N’Djamena.

Affiliation It is the applicant’s responsibility to secure affiliation with an appropriate Chadian institution. Students doing research in scientific fields will receive guidance from the Centre National d’Appui à la Recherche (National Scientific Research Center).
Special opportunities Special opportunities exist in the fields of anthropology and public health.

Research clearance A research permit can be obtained from the Chadian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.

Contact mbatelbayefn@state.gov

Website http://ndjamena.usembassy.gov