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.
As part of your Fulbright grant, you are required to attend a virtual Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO). You will receive an email in late Spring with more information. If you have any questions regarding the PDO, please email FulbrightPDO.SCA@iie.org.
U.S. Embassy in Maldives
Website: https://mv.usembassy.gov/
Point of Contact
Cheryl Neely
Public Affairs Officer
Email: neelycl@state.gov
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:
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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.