Congratulations on receiving a Fulbright grant! The resources on this page are designed to familiarize you with your host location and provide important context and information as you prepare to travel abroad. We encourage you to review the readings, websites, and logistical information offered by local contacts. Click the section headings below to display the information.

Orientation Information

As part of your Fulbright grant, you are required to attend a virtual Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO) taking place from July 17 to 18, 2025. You will receive an email in early June with more information. If you have any questions regarding the PDO, please email FulbrightPDO.EUR@iie.org.

Contact Information

Embassy of the United States, Public Affairs Section
1 American Avenue
Yerevan 0082
Website: https://am.usembassy.gov/
Tel: (+37410) 464-700

Points of Contact

Jennifer McAndrew, Public Affairs Officer        
Email: McAndrewJL@state.gov

Hasmik Mikayelyan, Cultural/Education Assistant
Email: mikayelyhb@state.gov

Country Information

• Armenia Fulbright Handbook
• U.S. Embassy Yerevan Visitor's Packet
• State Department Country Information – Armenia
• State Department Country Travel Information – Armenia
• State Department Armenia Factsheet
• Smart Traveler Enrollment Program

 

Alum Contacts

We invite you to contact these Fulbright alumni for questions or advice prior to your grant. They can be an excellent resource for unofficial questions – what type of clothing to bring, how to open a bank account, and more.

Advice from Fulbright Alumni

• Ryan Nazari
  2021-2022 Fulbright ETA
  Email: rnazari@alumni.scu.edu
   
• Dr. Naira Hovakimyan
  2021-2022 Fulbright Scholar
  Email: nhovakim@illinois.edu
   
• Lori Injejikian
  2021-2022 Fulbright Student
  Email: linjejikian@gmail.com

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