2016 Fulbright-Hays Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad Fellowship Fulbright-Hays Dissertation Research U.S. Department of Education 2016 Fulbright-Hays Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad Fellowship 9/5/08

Presented By Georgia Ehlers: Director of the Office of Fellowships and Community Engagement, UA Fulbright-Hays DDRA Project Director gehlers@email.arizona.edu Shelley Hawthorne Smith: Assistant Director of the Office of Fellowships and Community Engagement, shellh@email.arizona.edu

Disclaimer Please see the U.S. Department of Education website for all official information: http://www2.ed.gov/programs/iegpsddrap/index.html

About the DDRA Fellowship Fulbright-Hays Dissertation Research About the DDRA Fellowship The Fulbright-Hays Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad Fellowship Program is designed to contribute to the development and improvement of the study of modern foreign languages and area studies in the United States by providing opportunities for scholars to conduct research abroad. 9/5/08

What are area studies? Comprehensive study of society or societies, including their geography, history, culture, economy, politics, international relations, and language.

Who is eligible? Eligible applicant = Institutions of Higher Education The Arizona Board of Regents on behalf of the University of Arizona is the applicant Graduate College administers the application and program Georgia Ehlers - project director gehlers@grad.arizona.edu 520-621-9103 & FAX 520-621-2009 University Services Bldg. Room 204E Eligible for a fellowship = graduate student

Eligibility for the graduate student: Fulbright-Hays Dissertation Research Eligibility for the graduate student: US citizen, national or permanent resident Graduate student in good standing Admitted to candidacy in eligible doctoral program by date of departure Sufficient language skills to carry out plan (advanced language skills are preferred) Not in default on student loans Planning on a teaching career in the U.S. 9/5/08

Timing Institutional project period = 18 months The 2017 grant begins Oct. 1, 2017 and ends March 31, 2019. Research must take place within that timeframe. Research period = minimum 6 months to maximum 12 months (must be consecutive months)

Fulbright-Hays Dissertation Research FY 2016 Applicant Data World Area Number of Applicants by World Area Total Requested Funding by World Area Average Requested Funding by World Area Africa 69 $2,252,761 $32,649 Central/Eastern Europe and Eurasia 29 $1,060,697 $36,576 East Asia 47 $2,090,252 $44,473 Near East 25 $1,063,896 $42,556 South Asia 23 $914,268 $39,751 Southeast Asia $928,497 $32,017 Western Hemisphere 78 $2,879,172 $36,912 Total 300 $11,189,543 $37,848 9/5/08

FY 2016 Fellowship Data World Area Number of Awards by World Area Total Funding by World Area Average Fellowship Amount World Area and Gender Africa 22 $670,890 $30,625 F=14; M=8 Central/Eastern Europe and Eurasia 8 $303,748 $40,929 F=4; M=4 East Asia 18 $702,699 $39,039 F=9; M=9 Near East 10 $413,201 $41,320 F=3; M=7 South Asia $268,718 $33,590 F=3; M=5 Southeast Asia 4 $109,046 $27,262 F=3; M=1 Western Hemisphere 28 $1,003,458 $35,838 F=19; M=9 Total 97 $3,477,212 $35,845 F=54; M=43

Fulbright-Hays Dissertation Research Recent Competitions 2014 Total $2,936,742 83 awards $ Average - $35,382 384 applications 2015 Total $3,082,904 86 awards $ Average – $35,848 357 applications 2016 Total $3, 477,212 97 awards $ Average - $35,845 300 applications 9/5/08

Absolute Priorities (2017) Fulbright-Hays Dissertation Research Absolute Priorities (2017) Research project focused on one or more of the following geographic areas: Africa, East Asia, Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands, South Asia, the Near East, Central and Eastern Europe and Eurasia, and the Western Hemisphere (excluding the U.S. and its territories). No funding for work in US or its territories or projects that focus on W. Europe except limited archival research. 9/5/08

2017 Competitive Preference Priorities Fulbright-Hays Dissertation Research 2017 Competitive Preference Priorities 78 Languages from the US ED list of Less Commonly Taught Languages. Academic focus on the following academic fields: economics, engineering, international development, mathematics, political science, public health, science, comparative or international education, or technology 9/5/08

Restrictions & Preferences Fulbright-Hays Dissertation Research Restrictions & Preferences May hold only one Fulbright fellowship under Fulbright-Hays appropriations Split funding allowed, but not for same work US diplomatic representation required May not work in W. Europe except brief archival work Preference to veterans if applications are equivalent 9/5/08

Fulbright-Hays Dissertation Research Selection of Fellows Applicants screened & submitted by Grad College DE Staff reviews for eligibility and budgets. 2 academic area specialists read and rank. Panels are based on geographic region, not discipline. Bi-national commissions & US diplomatic missions in country review for budget, political sensitivity, and feasibility after panel recommends. U.S. Secretary of Education recommends. J. Wm. Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board reviews & approves. 9/5/08

Electronic Submission Fulbright-Hays Dissertation Research Electronic Submission Visit www.G5.gov. – and set up your account after announced. Complete & upload your application, cv, transcripts, & letters of affiliation. Referees submit electronically. Candidate must submit before the Graduate College can view application. Grad College submits to Sponsored Projects 3 days before due. Sponsored submits to Dept. of Education. ADA accommodations available 9/5/08

Fulbright-Hays Dissertation Research General Process Applications submitted in G5 First round notification to Grad College Director Awards offered Grant Period is 18 months Commence & complete research in the 18 months Most Fellows depart 3-6 months after notification 6-12 months of research required Non-renewable; no-cost extensions unusual 9/5/08

Student Application Contents Fulbright-Hays Dissertation Research Student Application Contents Completed F-H DDRA application form Start and end dates Abstract (120 words/complete at end) Detailed itinerary noting main points of travel Budget Loan default information Health exam name of person who conducted exam Curriculum Vita – be sure to discuss area studies & field research preparation and pertinent coursework. See examples. 10 pg. Narrative & 2 pg. Bibliography 3 References, including your advisor (electronic submission) 1 Language Reference for each pertinent language (electronic submission) All graduate & pertinent UG transcripts in 1 electronic, scanned upload (legible & with your name & the institution name on them) Letter(s) of Affiliation scanned & uploaded as one document – dated, signed & on affiliate letterhead (electronic) Human Subjects Plan (1-2 pp. emailed to Project Director) 9/5/08

Important Elements Letters of Recommendation Letters of Affiliation Language Evaluation

Financial Provisions DDRA funds may include expenses such as: Round trip international airfare (must be in compliance with Fly America Act) Health and accident insurance for the student fellow Books Technology directly related to proposed research, i.e., flash drives, scanners, etc. Travel within host country(ies) Affiliation fees Dependents* (married spouse and unmarried children under the age of 21)

Not Provided The DDRA Fellowship award does not provide funds for: Research or related project activities conducted in the United States Reimbursement for travel not approved by U.S. Department of Education Any allowances for dependents not accompanying the fellow for the entire research period Travel for dependents Travel and expenses not directly related to the project All expenditures due to changes in the itinerary and/or grant agreement Passport, visas, photo, or other identifying documents for clearance Physical examinations, immunizations, or other medical expenses Tuition or other fees for study or projects conducted in the United States Obligations not incurred within the grant period Gifts, stipend, salary, or monetary honoraria for research subjects, research assistants, etc.

Reviewers Peer reviewers are world area specialists in foreign languages and area studies from higher education institutions, government agencies, and non-government organizations throughout the United States. Peer reviewers determine technical scores in accordance with the competitive preference priorities, quality of the proposed project, and the qualifications of the applicant. They will not necessarily be specialists in your discipline.

Technical Review Criteria (2015) Quality of Proposed Project (Max. 60 points) Qualifications of Applicants (Max. 40 points) SUBTOTAL: 100 Points maximum Competitive Priority 1: Language (3 points) Competitive Priority 2: Field (2 points) Invitational Priority: MSI (0 points) SUBTOTAL: 5 points GRAND TOTAL: 105 points maximum

Follow Application Format Fulbright-Hays Dissertation Research Follow Application Format 10 page narrative and 2 page bibliography (disqualified if over 10 pages!) 1 inch margins (do not squeeze margins!) Double space text Single space text in charts, tables, figures, graphs, footnotes and endnotes 12 pt. font (except in charts) Times New Roman, Courier, Courier New, or Arial only 9/5/08

Make the Most of the Experience Fulbright-Hays Dissertation Research Make the Most of the Experience Stay the maximum time possible. Attend Fulbright Orientation. Think about return timing (Do you need to get back for an assistantship?) Schedule other grants to extend your stay and maximize awards. Participate fully in the culture and share your work with the country. 9/5/08

Fulbright-Hays Dissertation Research Why Bother? Professionalization! This will prepare you to submit other grants. You will polish your topic and finalize details. Why not you? 9/5/08