The following programs are available to U.S. Scholars in Maldives

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Maldives

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 21 to 22, 2025. You will receive an email in early June with more information. If you have any questions regarding the PDO, please email FulbrightPDO.SCA@iie.org.

Contact Information

U.S. Embassy in Maldives
Website: https://mv.usembassy.gov/ 

Point of Contact

Cheryl Neely
Public Affairs Officer
Email: neelycl@state.gov

Country Information

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.

Fulbright U.S. Scholar:

  • Dr. Andre Droxler
    Email: andre@rice.du
    2023 Fulbright Scholar to Maldives
    Professor Emeritus, Earthl, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences
    Rice University
  • Monica Fennel, J.D
    Email: mfennell@butler.edu
    2022 Fulbright Scholar to Maldives
    Adjunct Faculty at Butler University
    Political Science

Join Fulbrighter, the Fulbright Program’s exclusive platform for current and former participants. Expand your network, meet program alums, and become part of a vibrant global community!

Award

Multiple Disciplines

All applicants must meet the Program eligibility requirements (click to review the requirements).

Visit our Scholar Directory to view and search all Fulbright alumni. You can also learn more about Fulbright Alumni Ambassadors.

For teaching awards, applicants may be involved in the following activities: teaching courses, developing curricula, or training and building capacity.

For teaching/research, applicants may determine percentage of the grant dedicated to each activity and should define this clearly in the project abstract/summary and the project statement.

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