1. 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

2. Presented By
Georgia Ehlers: Director of the Office of Fellowships and Community Engagement, UA Fulbright-Hays DDRA Project Director
Shelley Hawthorne Smith: Assistant Director of the Office of Fellowships and Community Engagement,

3. Disclaimer
Please see the U.S. Department of Education website for all official information:

4. 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.
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5. What are area studies?
Comprehensive study of society or societies, including their geography, history, culture, economy, politics, international relations, and language.

6. 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
& FAX
University Services Bldg. Room 204E
Eligible for a fellowship = graduate student

7. 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.
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8. Timing Institutional project period = 18 months
The 2017 grant begins Oct. 1, 2017 and ends March 31, Research must take place within that timeframe.
Research period = minimum 6 months to maximum 12 months (must be consecutive months)

9. 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
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10. 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

11. 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
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12. 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.
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13. 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
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14. 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
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15. 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.
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16. Electronic Submission
Fulbright-Hays Dissertation Research
Electronic Submission
Visit – 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
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17. 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
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18. 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. ed to Project Director)
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19. Important Elements Letters of Recommendation Letters of Affiliation
Language Evaluation

20. 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)

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.

22. 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.

23. 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

24. 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
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25. 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.
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26. 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?
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