Fulbright Open Study/Research Award - Guinea

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program in Guinea aims to strengthen educational and cultural relationships between the United States and Guinea. This grant provides opportunities for U.S. citizens to conduct independent study or research in Guinea for a period of 6-9 months. Applicants who meet the eligibility requirements from all applicable public policy areas and academic backgrounds are welcome to apply. Those with projects in the following areas are especially encouraged: agriculture, economic development, education, human rights and justice, and public health. The Republic of Guinea has endured a turbulent history, most recently with the 2021 military coup d'état. Guinea has great economic potential, particularly in the mining, agriculture, and power sectors. Following the official end of the West African Ebola crisis in 2016 and the 2021 coup, Guinea now looks to strengthen its nascent democracy as well as encourage economic and social development. Candidates at the master's and Ph.D. level will be considered. French language proficiency is necessary not only for the development of the proposed project but also in order to settle in easily and communicate on a daily basis.