"The Fulbright Program aims to bring a little more knowledge, a little more reason, and a little more compassion into world affairs and thereby to increase the chance that nations will learn at last to live in peace and friendship."   -   J. William Fulbright (1905-1995)

The program provides grants for Graduate Students, Scholars and Professionals, and Teachers and Administrators.

Non-U.S. Applicant process
http://exchanges.state.gov/education/fulbright/nonusflb.htm

Application procedures for Fulbright grants to study or teach in the United States vary from country to country.

In general, the Nigerian Fulbright Scholar application process opens in March of every year, with applications due at the end of May

Please, click here for the list of applicable institutions

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The Humphrey program was established in 1978 to honor the public service career of Hubert H. Humphrey, the former vice president and senator, and to encourage leadership in fields critical to the engagement of the United States with countries in the developing world. The HHH Fellowship program brings accomplished professionals from designated countries of Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, the Middle East, and Eurasia to the U.S. at a midpoint in their careers for a year of non-degree graduate study and related practical professional experiences. Fellows are nominated by the U.S. Embassy/Consulate in their country.

The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program is currently taking applicants for Nigeria. All applications must be typed, and received by the Public Affairs Section by 4 p.m. on Monday, June 14, 2004. Information packets describing the program, along with the application, can be obtained at the Public Affairs Office at 2 Broad Street, Lagos Island.

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The International Visitors (IV) Program is one of the State Department’s important public diplomacy tools designed to enhance understanding of the United States among current and future opinion leaders and policy makers. During a U.S. based three-week program, participants are able to observe aspects of American social, economic, political, cultural and educational institutions and practices through meetings, workshops, seminars, site visits, and home hospitality. Additionally, participants visit historic sites and scenic areas and attend cultural events.

The International Visitors Program celebrated its 60th anniversary in 2000. Each year, more than 4,400 visitors from around the world participate in the program. Some come for individual programs and others come as part of single-country, regional, or multi-regional group projects.

During the 60 years of the program, hundreds of former participants have risen to more prominent positions in their own countries. Among the alumni of the program are 186 current and former heads of government, and more than 600 cabinet level ministers. Many former Program participants are making significant contributions in their own and other countries as journalists, economists, environmentalists, and activists.

The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the Embassy manages the Program in the host country. U.S. Embassy personnel nominate host country counterparts and contacts for participation in thematic International Visitor Programs. Nomination is made in line with Embassy Mission Performance Plan priorities. A selection committee convenes in March in Abuja to review the nominees and make recommendations to the International Visitors Program in Washington, D.C. Final selection is made in Washington. Individuals who possess leadership potential to foster bilateral and multilateral partnerships are selected to participate in the Program. PAS will provide information and support to program participants, beginning at least three months before actual travel to the U.S.

Nigeria has a big alumni association with a national body in Abuja. The Lagos chapter has put in motion a very active alumni association, with current Chair Princess Christie Suinner and Secretary General Dan Okoye.

Applicants must be nominated by Embassy/Consulate Official for consideration.

In general, the Nigerian International Visitor Scholar application process opens in January of every year, with applications due at the end of February

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"... promotes better understanding of the U.S. through Summer Institutes for foreign university faculty. This site also contains an extensive number of links to on-line American Studies resources."

• American Studies Collections http://exchanges.state.gov/education/amstudy/collect.htm
• American Studies Links includes resources on American Studies Associations, Academics, Publications, Curriculum, Discussion Lists and Fellowships http://exchanges.state.gov/education/amstudy/amstudy.htm
• Literature and Language links http://exchanges.state.gov/education/amstudy/langlit.htm
• U.S. History Links http://exchanges.state.gov/education/amstudy/history.htm
• U.S. Government and Politics Links http://exchanges.state.gov/education/amstudy/polsci.htm

American Studies Association of Nigeria
- 10th Anniversary Conference (25th - 28th June, 2003)