To be eligible, you must:

  • Hold a Masters degree (or be enrolled in a Master’s program at the time of application);
  • Be a primary or secondary school teacher in a full time teaching position (in any subject), with at least five years of full-time teaching experience; or
  • Hold one of the following positions at primary or secondary level – library media specialist, guidance counsellor, Special Education coordinator, administrator, and be working with students at least 50% of your time;
  • Demonstrate experience conducting professional development activities;
  • Demonstrate accomplishment in teaching or have previously received teaching awards or exemplary evaluations; and
  • Meet the citizenship requirements for this award.

Preference for the Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching Programme will be given to teachers serving in public schools in underserved communities.