Trinidad & Tobago
2 Open Study/Research Award
Accepted Degree Levels
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Grant PeriodFlexible StartGrant Length10 Months |
Award Type
Award Profile
The Fulbright U.S. Student Study/Research Award is open to US citizens interested in pursuing postgraduate research for 10 months in Trinidad and Tobago.
Grant Length
Grant Period
The academic calendar begins in September, and most grantees choose to begin in the fall. though some arrive in August— the start date is flexible. The last possible start date is March 31, 2027.
Orientation
As a condition of the grant, all grantees to Trinidad and Tobago must participate in the Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO), which takes place in early to mid-June. Organized by IIE and ECA, the PDO is held in the U.S. either virtually or in person.
Upon arrival, grantees will also participate in an in-country orientation and security briefing. Before traveling, grantees should consult the mission contact for guidance on selecting housing.
Grantees may enter Trinidad and Tobago without a visa using an official letter from the embassy, which grants a 90-day stay. Before this waiver expires, the embassy liaison will assist in scheduling an appointment with the TT Immigration office to apply for an extension. The extension fee is approximately $75 USD.
Candidate Profile
Candidates should be open to learning new cultures and adjusting to the challenges that may come with doing research in under-resourced communities and institutions. Candidates should be open to collaborating with the Embassy on community outreach projects to highlight the Fulbright Program while in country.
What is life like for Fulbrighters in the host country?
Applicants are expected to research their host country. Application materials should indicate a clear commitment to the host country community and a description of how you will engage with it.
Fulbrighters typically get very involved and volunteer in their communities. Many enjoy teaching English and participating in cultural events. It is also important that Fulbrighters to Trinidad and Tobago be open-minded and feel comfortable dealing with potential bureaucracy within the host institution.
Eligibility
Degree Level of Applicant
- Bachelor's
- Master's
- Doctoral
Foreign Language Evaluation (FLE) Form
If required, submission of the Foreign Language Evaluation (FLE) form is mandatory, even if you have advanced skills or are a native speaker of the language. Failure to submit the required FLE form may impact your eligibility.
Fulbright Proposal Types
Yes
No
Affiliation
Applicants are responsible for securing their own affiliation with an academic institution, research facility, or other relevant organization and must provide supporting documentation verifying the affiliation at the time of application. To ensure the credibility of their chosen host institution, grantees are encouraged to consult the embassy liaison for guidance.
Affiliation Fees/Tuition
Award Benefits
- A stipend broadly based on the cost of living in the host country. These funds may be used by the grantee to support housing, meals, and incidental costs during the grant period.
- International travel benefits
- Accident & sickness health benefits
- 24/7 mental health support line for urgent and non-urgent situations
- 12 months of non-competitive eligibility (NCE) hiring status within the federal government
Stipend Amount
This is an estimated amount and is subject to change. The financial terms of the grant will be confirmed in the grant document issued after selection.
One-Time Allowances
This is an estimated amount and is subject to change. The financial terms of the grant will be confirmed in the grant document issued after selection.
- Excess baggage fees
- Research/Materials allowance
- Settling in allowance
- $3,000 base allowance to cover round-trip international travel, transit, excess baggage, settling-in expenses
- $1,500 research allowance
Estimated Cost of Living
Consider using cost of living comparison websites to gain a better understanding of the potential costs in your host country.
Please visit this website to help estimate the cost of living, meals, and incidentals in different major cities in Trinidad & Tobago. Keep in mind that costs can vary significantly, with smaller towns generally being more affordable. Housing in East Trinidad tends to be more budget-friendly compared to the West or the Port of Spain area. For further details, grantees are encouraged to reach out to the embassy liaison.
Dependents
Housing Arrangements
U.S. students are responsible for securing their own housing for the duration of their award. Once your grant status is confirmed, you are encouraged to contact the designated embassy representative for guidance on selecting suitable accommodations.