The Fulbright UK Summer Institute Programmes offer students a fantastic opportunity to be immersed in the study of British academics and culture.  Students will take part in research, collaboration, presentation, and cultural events at an esteemed British university.  They will enhance their leadership skills, develop knowledge and understanding of new subjects, and become ambassadors for the United Kingdom and the United States. 

Students from all areas of study are encouraged to apply. Some Summer Institute will cover a different theme such as acting at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, the history of the slave trade in England, or the political, social and economic relationships of Northern Ireland.  These institutes include:

*AIFS Summer Institute at Shakespeare’s Globe

*Durham University Summer Institute

*University of Bristol Summer Institute

*University of Exeter Summer Institute

*SOAS, University of London Summer Institute

*University of Sussex Summer Institute (New)

*University of Westminster Summer Institute (New)

*Queen’s University Belfast

*Scotland Summer Institute: Identity, Society and the New Enlightenment

*Scotland Summer Institute: Technology, Innovation, and Creativity

For information on all of these programs, go to http://www.fulbright.org.uk/fulbright-awards/exchanges-to-the-uk/undergraduates

To meet the minimum eligibility, applicants must:

*be a US citizen and possess a US passport;

*be at least 18 years old;

*have a high level of academic achievement with a minimum GPA of 3.7 (confirmed by academic marks, awards and references);

*have at least two years of university study upon their return ( i.e. applicants should currently be a Freshman or Sophomore in college/university)

*be mature, responsible, independent, and open-minded

*The Awards will cover the majority of all costs incurred, including flights to and from the UK, university fees, and room and board at the host UK University.

Deadlines for 2017 are February 23 or 26 February, 2017 – depending on the Institute.  Each Programme also varies in duration, from three or four weeks.  Please make sure to check the specific Institute page for the particular deadline. 

Further UK Summer Institute information:  Questions? Please contact the Fulbright Awards staff via email at programmes@fulbright.org.uk.

Thanks to Valerie Schreiner of the Fulbright Commission for this information item.

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