Selection preference will be given to candidates who have not had extensive recent U.S. experience. Candidate will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, martial status, status as a parent, or sexual orientation. Applications from qualified candidates beyond major cities on Java (e.g.: eastern Indonesia) are particularly welcome
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Be an Indonesian citizen and not a permanent resident or citizen of the U.S., or be currently living in the U.S.
• Possess leadership qualities and show experience in community service
• A good understanding of Indonesian and international cultures
• Have preparation in, and a demonstrated commitment to, her or his chosen field of study
• Demonstrate that she/he can realistically accomplish full-time graduate study or conduct research in the United States
• No to be an employee or a close family member or dependent of an employee of AMINEF, the U.S. Embassy, or the U.S. Department of State
• Not be receiving another scholarship at the time of the Fulbright scholarship application
• Not be intending to pursue another similar program for a double degree
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to return to Indonesia upon completion of the Fulbright scholarship program
• Be willing to work for his/her home institution for at least 5 yeard before retirement upon the completion of the scholarship program

The grant is to pursue a master’s degree in the U/S/ for 1 – 2 years in any field except medical sciences.
Applicants should:

1. Hold a Bachelor (S1) degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (4.00 scale)
2. A minimum ITP TOEFL score of 550 or IELTS equivalent. Please note that TOEFL prediction or TOEFL-like score cannot be accepted.

DISCIPLINES
Fulbright grants may be used for study or research in most disciplines and fields of study with the exception of medicine related to patient care or clinical patient contact. Proposals in humanities, arts, and social sciences, and in science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), and health are equally welcome. Applications in STEM fields are encouraged that focus on environmental preservation, alternative energy exploration, or climate change mitigation.
REQUIRED TESTS
At the time of application to AMINEF, only an Institutional Testing Program (ITP) TOEFL or IELTS score is required. If you are later selected for an award, you must then take the official iBT TOEFL test, the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) for all fields except law and business, or the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) for business administration, finance, and accounting.
GRANT BENEFITS

• J-1 visa support
• Round-trip economy class air travel from scholarship recipient’s home city to the host institution in the U/S
• Funding for tuition and fees, living, and related costs
• Accident and health insurance coverage per U.S Government guidelines

HOW TO APPLY
Candidates should complete the appropriate application forms which can be downloaded below and submit them and any supporting documents in hard copy to AMINEF via mail (postage) or drop them off in person before the application deadline to the following address :

American Indonesian Exchange Foundation (AMINEF) Office

Intiland Tower, 11th Floor
Jalan Jenderal Sudirman Kav. 32
Jakarta 10220
Tel : (021) -57939085 / 9086

 

Note: Only short-listed applicants will be notified and interviewed

Please return to AMINEF your complete application package by the application deadline that includes (supplied in English):

• Completed application form. This includes a clearly written and concise one page study objective.
• Copy of your most recent, less than two year old, ITP TOEFL or IBT TOEFL or IELTS score report.
• Two letters of reference, from a lecturer/professor and work supervisor who know you well.
• Copy of academic transcript (English translation).
• Copy of identity document (KTP or passport).
• Curriculum vitae

CONTACT INFORMATION
Specific questions regarding the application process may be addressed via e-mail to the following address: infofulbright_ind@aminef.or.id.

• We do not accept email applications.
• Hard copies must be sent or delivered to American Indonesian Exchange Foundation.

TIMELINE

• APPLICATION DEADLINE :February 15, 2017

Preference will be given to applicants who serve or plan to serve as faculty members of state and private institutions of higher education in Indonesia and have not previously received any Fulbright scholarship.

Applicants will possess:

1. A Master’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.00 scale).
2. Demonstrated leadership qualities.
3. A good understanding of Indonesian and other cultures.
4. A deep commitment to the chosen field of study.
5. A determination to return to Indonesia upon completion of the Fulbright program and to take up academic positions in higher education upon their return.
6. A minimum ITP TOEFL score of 575 or IBT TOEFL score of 90 or IELTS equivalent. Please note that TOEFL prediction or TOEFL-like score cannot be accepted.

Note: Based on recent changes in U.S. institution requirements, the TOEFL requirement for this program has been changed. The new requirement is as follows: “Generally, the TOEFL requirement for PhD program is 575 and above. However, a score of 550 and above will be considered for the following fields: non applied Physics, non applied Mathematics, and non applied Chemistry.”

* (Grant duration is 3 years.)

DISCIPLINES

Fulbright grants may be used for study or research in most disciplines and fields of study with the exception of medicine related to patient care or clinical patient contact. Proposals in humanities, arts, and social sciences, and in science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), and health are equally welcome. Applications in STEM fields are encouraged that focus on environmental preservation, alternative energy exploration, or climate change mitigation.

HOW TO APPLY

Candidates should complete the appropriate application forms which can be downloaded below. Please return to AMINEF your complete application package by the application deadline that includes:

• Application Package: fulbright-phd
• Completed application form. This includes a clearly written and concise one page study objective and 10 – 15 pages research proposal.
• Copy of your most recent, less than two year old, ITP/IBT TOEFL or IELTS score report.
• Two letters of reference, from a lecturer/professor and work supervisor who know you well.
• Copy of academic transcript (English translation).
• Copy of identity document (KTP or passport).

Please note that we do not accept email applications. Hard copies must be sent or delivered our address below:

AMINEF OFFICE

Intiland Tower, 11th Floor
Jlalan Jenderal Sudirman Kav. 32,
Jakarta 10220

CONTACT INFORMATION

Specific questions regarding the application process may be addressed via e-mail to the following address: infofulbright_ind@aminef.or.id. We do not accept email applications. Hard copies must be sent or delivered to American Indonesian Exchange Foundation.

DEADLINE

The deadline for the submission of application materials for the program is February 15, 2017.
Note: Program requirements are subject to change without notice.

For further information, please visit: http://www.aminef.or.id/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=35&Itemid=35