The following programs are available to U.S. Scholars in United Arab Emirates

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United Arab Emirates

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) from July 8-11, 2024. The PDO will provide sessions and activities to help you prepare for your upcoming experience. You will receive an email in mid-June that will direct you to the PDO website where you can register for the event. If you have any questions regarding the PDO, please email FulbrightPDO.MENA@iie.org.

Contact Information

U.S. Embassy Abu Dhabi
Embassies District, Plot 38,
Sector W59-02, Street No. 4.
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Tel: +971-2-414-2200
Fax: +971-2-414-2603
Emergency Tel: +971-4-309-4000
Website: https://ae.usembassy.gov/

Public Affairs Section

Tel: +971-2-414-2200

Points of Contact

Rachel Mikeska, Public Diplomacy Officer
mikeskaRS@state.gov, +971 2 414 2433
 
Jinan Jarrah, Exchanges and Alumni Coordinator
JarrahJ@state.gov, +971 2 414 2310
 
Rowan Atiya, Education Policy Specialist
AtiyaRO@state.gov, +971-2-414-2245
 
IIE U.S. Scholar Program Advisors

https://fulbrightscholars.org/fulbright-us-scholar-program-advisors

IIE U.S. Student Program Advisors

https://us.fulbrightonline.org/finalist-resources

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 resources for unofficial questions – what type of clothing to bring, how to open a bank account, and more.

Jenan Abu Hakmeh
Email: Jenan.abu-hakmeh@fulbrightmail.org
2019 Fulbright Student

Conor Messer
Email: conorsmesser@gmail.com
2019 Fulbright Student

Tomas Valdes
Email: tgv7@georgetown.edu
2021 Fulbright Student

Rahul Verma
2022 Fulbright Scholar
 
Angel Smith
2024 Fulbright Student

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 (Research)

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.

Host institutions welcome scholars to conduct research activities. The student body is highly engaged and appreciates robust intellectual debate. As a Fulbright researcher you will have the opportunity to engage with well resourced institutions, and a highly diverse academic community to push the boundaries of your chosen field. 

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Middle East and North Africa Regional Research Program

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.

Conduct research or develop a professional project in two or three of the participating countries or locations within the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Scholars must be approved for research in at least two countries or locations in order to receive the award. Final awards are contingent upon each host country/location approval and clearance by host countries, as appropriate.

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