Nigeria
Region: Sub-Saharan Africa
FULBRIGHT FULL GRANTS Language English is the official language, although knowledge of a local language may be useful, if not necessary, for certain projects.
Academic year Most university calendars begin in mid-October, although some start as late as January. Classes may not commence immediately. Resumption dates are subject to change without notice, and may vary between years and universities.
Grant period 10 months. Fulbright grants will begin between August 2010 and March 2011, subject to the approval of the U.S. Embassy in Nigeria.
Field of study restriction Projects involving the laboratory sciences are discouraged.
Affiliation Affiliation must be with a university (federal, state, or private) or research institute. Please contact either the Public Affairs Office of the U.S. Embassy in Nigeria or IIE for further information on eligible universities and research institutes. It is strongly recommended that candidates identify appropriate host institutions for their projects and that they include affiliation letters with their Fulbright applications. While the University of Port Harcourt and Delta State University in Abraka are Fulbright partner institutions, placements are not possible at this time due to ongoing security and logistical concerns.
Special considerations Candidates with projects in the Niger Delta region will not be considered due to acute logistical and security concerns in this area.
Research clearance/visa requirements While not required at the time of application, candidates should note that written consent from the vice chancellor of the affiliate university is necessary for the visa. A visa will not be issued by the Nigerian Embassy/consulate until the vice chancellor’s letter is received.
Dependents The basic amount of the Fulbright grant is increased by US$200 per month for grantees with one accompanying dependent and by US$300 per month for two or more accompanying dependents.
Website http://nigeria.usembassy.gov
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