Future Fulbrighters | May 2024

2023-2024 LMU Fulbrighters: Amna Siddiqui '22, Joseph "Jomar" Pierson '22, Alexia Thorpe '19, and Eamon Shaw '23. Read more.

Happy May, Lions.

Shout out to our 2024 grads! Celebrate this momentous achievement.

June is right around the corner and so is our intent to apply deadline. Use these next two weeks to narrow down your grant type and host country and submit LMU's intent to apply.

We are also available to discuss your Fulbright plans. Use this link to schedule campus or Zoom meetings.

Sincerely,

Cassidy and Lindsay
Your ONIF Team

Intent to Apply

Preview the questions.
Submit the form by June 1, 2024.

Resources

Watch Navigating the ETA website tutorial and use the ETA Host Country Checklist
Watch Navigating the Graduate Degree Grants website tutorial and use the Graduate Program Assessment Coversheet for Prestigious Awards
Watch Navigating the Independent Projects website tutorial

Intent to Apply FAQs

Q. Does Fulbright receive a copy of my responses?

A. No, this form is a part of LMU's campus process. Only ONIF staff and LMU Fulbright mentors will receive a copy of your responses.

Q. Can I change my grant type after I submit my intent to apply? For example, if I originally intended to apply for a study grant, can I change to an ETA grant after June 1?

A. Yes, any info you submit in this initial form can be modified before the campus deadline in August, including host country, proposal summary, and recommenders.

Q. I am torn between three host countries, should I still submit my intent to apply?

A. Yes, you can list up to three host countries in the form.

Q. I am applying for a study award but I won't have an affiliation confirmed by June 1. Can I still apply?

A. Yes. However, we highly recommend that you start emailing prospective affiliates abroad as soon as possible.

Q. I cannot attend any of the writing workshops this summer. Can I still apply through LMU?

A. Yes. Please make alternative arrangements with ONIF to receive feedback on your application drafts before August 31.

Recommendations

Regardless of the grant type, three recommendations are required.
Watch the recommendation tutorials for ETA or Study/Research.
Let your potential recommenders, especially faculty, know that you intend to apply and will need a letter of recommendation by August 31.
Utilize ONIF's letter of rec cover sheets for ETA or Study/Research

Affiliations (Study/Research only)

An affiliation or letter of support from a host institution abroad is required for most Study/Research awards. Read more.
Watch Acquiring the Affiliation tutorial video
If you are applying for a study or independent project award, begin sending emails to faculty at prospective institutions abroad.

Foreign Language Evaluations

Language requirements vary by country, so review the specific language proficiency requirements of your selected award.
LMU facilitates the Foreign Language Evaluations for our candidates. Read more.

Application Resources

LMU Fulbright Alumni Directory
LMU Faculty Fulbrighters Directory
Fulbright Affinity Organizations
Fulbridge to connect with Fulbright alumni
LMU IRB information for research involving human participants
LMU Office of International Students & Scholars (OISS)- connect with international students studying at LMU!
Additional Fulbright-like opportunities
Make an appointment with ONIF

Application Timeline & Future Events*

June 1:	Intent to apply form due online
June 7:	Fulbright Overview for LMU Applicants Webinar at noon
June 10:	Applicants receive access to self-paced Brightspace courses
June 20:	Brainstorming SOGP Essays for ETA Applicants at 6:30 p.m.
June 22:	Brainstorming PS Essays for ETA & S/R Applicants at 9:00 a.m.
July 18:	SOGP Workshop #1: ETA Applicants at 6:30 p.m.
July 18:	SOGP Workshop #1: Study/Research Applicants at 6:30 p.m.
July 20:	SOGP Workshop #2: ETA Applicants at 9:00 a.m.
July 20:	SOGP Workshop #2: Study/Research Applicants at 9:00 a.m.
July 24:	PS Workshop #1: ETA Applicants at 6:30 p.m.
July 24:	PS Workshop #1: Study/Research Applicants at 6:30 p.m.
Aug 3:	PS Workshop #2: ETA Applicants at 9:00 a.m.
Aug 3:	PS Workshop #2: Study/Research Applicants at 9:00 a.m.
Aug 8:	AC Workshop #1: ETA Applicants at 6:30 p.m.
Aug 8:	AC Workshop #1: Study/Research Applicants at 6:30 p.m.
Aug 17:	AC Workshop #2: ETA Applicants at 9:00 a.m.
Aug 17:	AC Workshop #2: Study/Research Applicants at 9:00 a.m.
Aug 23:	"Ready for Campus Review" Reminders at noon
August 31:	LMU campus deadline, select "Ready for Campus Review" in Slate
Sept 10-24:	Campus interviews (Zoom)
Oct 8:	Fulbright national deadline at 1:59 p.m. PT

*ONIF recommends you attend at least one of the summer writing workshops. Fulbright also offers webinars and info sessions throughout the summer.

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