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 7 to 8, 2025. You will receive an email in early June with more information. If you have any questions regarding the PDO, please email FulbrightPDO.AF@iie.org.

Contact Information

U.S. Embassy, Public Affairs Section
B.P. 28
Kigali, Rwanda
Tel: +(250) 252 596-400 x2553
Website: http://rw.usembassy.gov

The Public Affairs Section is located at the U.S. Embassy, 2657 Avenue de la Gendarmerie (Kacyiru), Kigali, Rwanda.

For more information, see the first page of the country guidelines.

Country Information

• Fulbright Country Guidelines
• Embassy Facebook Page
• State Department: Country Information – Rwanda
• State Department: U.S. Bilateral Relations Fact Sheet – Rwanda
• Smart Traveler Enrollment Program

Alum Contacts

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

 

IIE U.S. Scholar Advisors

 

IIE U.S. Student Advisor

 

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