Overview
The US-UK Fulbright Commission offers summer programs at world-class UK universities to U.S. undergraduates. Summer institutes are three to four weeks in length and provide an immersive academic, cultural, and social experience for freshmen or sophomores. The summer institutes cover round-trip airfare, tuition fees at the host institution, accommodation, and in some cases a small daily allowance for meals.
Eligibility
- Be a U.S. citizen and possess a U.S. passport
- Have had no or very little study/travel experience outside of North America
- Have a minimum GPA of 3.7
- Be at least 18 years old by the start of the program
- Be able to participate in the program in its entirety
- Have at least two years of undergraduate study remaining after the Institute finishes
- Low-income and first generation students given priority
Selection Criteria
Fulbright United Kingdom Summer Institutes selection criteria include:
- Strong academic ability
- Ambassadorial skills
- Intercultural sensitivity
- Genuine desire to learn more about the UK and to share aspects of American culture
- Extracurricular activities
- Community involvement
- Leadership potential
- Plans to further the Fulbright mission and give back to the U.S. upon returning
Application Materials
- Biographical Information
- Five short-answer questions
- One personal statement
- Two references (one academic reference from a recent professor/teacher, other reference can be academic or from a coach, group leader, employer)
- Transcript
Application Procedure
National Deadline: February 3, 2025
You are encouraged to contact the Undergraduate Fellowship Office at fellowships@osu.edu for support on your application. However, because this is a direct-apply award, you are not required to work with our office.
Past Fulbright United Kingdom Summer Institute Recipients
- 2023-2024 - Katarina Guy
- 2022-2023 - Dagma Getnet
- 2022-2023 - Catherine Adams
- 2022-2023 - Abi Dumm