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

In preparation for your grant, orientation resources have been made available to you containing essential information that will prepare you for your Fulbright award to Jordan. It is vital that you review all of this information in preparation for your travels. The Commission will hold a Virtual Pre-Departure Orientation (vPDO) some time between mid-June and early July, prior to your arrival in Jordan. You will receive more information on the exact day and time of the vPDO from the Commission. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Commission at Email: info@fulbright.org.jo

Contact Information

Jordanian-American Commission for Educational Exchange (JACEE)
(aka The Binational Fulbright Commission in Jordan)
Street Address: 22 Ibrahim Al Hajj Hasan Street, Abdoun, Amman 11183

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 850215, Amman 11185, Jordan
Tel: +962-6-592-2088
Website: https://www.fulbright.org.jo

 

American Programs Points of Contact

 

Ms. Hiba Al-Sheyab, Program Officer

Email: alumni@fulbright.org.jo 
Tel: +962-6-592-2088, ext. 22

 

Ms. Sajeda Arslan, Junior US Programs Officer 

Email: us.programs@fulbright.org.jo

Tel: +962-6-592-2088, ext. 27

 

Country Information

• Jordan Country Handbook
• State Department Country Information – Jordan
• State Department Travel – Jordan
• Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)
• Jordan Fact Sheet
• Jordanian Ministry of Higher Education
• Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates

Please review the handbook in its entirety, as it contains important country- and Commission- specific information for your Program.

Culture in Jordan

There are many books and online resources that can give you insights into Jordanian culture. Some popular ones include:

• Living in Jordan as an Expat
• Jordanian Culture
• Visit Jordan
• Along Dusty Roads - Jordan 
• Tourist Jordan

Alumni Contacts

We invite you to contact these Fulbright alumni for questions or advice prior to your grant. They can be an excellent resource if you have questions about daily life while on the program and how their experience was: 

Fulbright U.S. Student – ETA Alumni:

• Anna Gianneschi: annagianneschi@gmail.com
• Katrina Fjeld: katrina.fjeld175@topper.wku.edu
• Janeeta Shaukat: js4894@georgetown.edu

Fulbright U.S. Student - Researcher Alumni:

• Aryanna Hyde: aryanna.hyde@gmail.com
• Audrey Armstrong: aeaarmstrong@gmail.com
• Gabriel Davis: gssdavis14@gmail.com 

Fulbright U.S. Scholar Alumni:

• Jennifer Green: greenj33@wwu.edu
• David Vila: dvila@jbu.edu 
• Fatin Atrooz: fyatrooz@cougarnet.uh.edu 

Social Media

Please visit the Commission's social media sites to learn more about our program activities and grantee and alumni stories:

• LinkedIn
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• Facebook

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