Minnesota-Norway Fulbright Program
The University of Minnesota Graduate School has an exchange
program with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU),
whereby one U of M graduate student selected by the Graduate School automatically
receives a Fulbright Scholarship to study at NTNU, and one NTNU graduate
student spends a year at the University of Minnesota as a Fulbright Scholar.
See Recent Recipients
Background
The Norwegian University of Science & Technology (NTNU)
was established in 1996 but is a continuation of the academic traditions
in Trondheim that stretch back to Schola Cathedralis Nidarosiensis which
was founded in the year 1210. NTNU has its modern roots in the Norwegian
Institute of Technology (founded in 1910) and the College of Arts and
Sciences (founded in 1984). Today, it is a thriving campus offering degrees
in Engineering, Architecture, Humanities, and the Social and Natural Sciences.
Students at NTNU are encouraged to study abroad, and in the same spirit,
NTNU welcomes students from all around the world; over 1,000 foreign students
are currently studying at NTNU.
Eligibility
Applicants for the Minnesota-Trondheim Fulbright Exchange Program
must be U.S. citizens currently enrolled in any field in the University
of Minnesota Graduate School, which can be pursued at NTNU. Knowledge of the Norwegian language is not
required, though it is encouraged. (Language study at NTNU is available
in summer 2009.)
Stipend and Allowance
Monthly stipend based on living costs in Norway, supplemental
health and accident insurance, and book and research allowance. Round-trip
transportation is also provided.
Application Procedure
Students interested in being considered should complete the preliminary application and submit it to the Graduate School Fellowship Office, 314 Johnston Hall as soon as possible, but not later than August 15, 2008. The Graduate school will consult with NTNU on suitability of project. NOTE: Students must also complete the formal Fulbright application, which is due September 8, 2008.
Preliminary Application Deadline : As soon as possible, but not later than August 15, 2008.
Download Preliminary Application Form
NTNU Web Site 
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For Further Information Contact:
Graduate School Fellowship Office
314 Johnston Hall
101 Pleasant Street SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Phone: (612) 625-7579
Fax: (612) 625-6820
gsfellow@umn.edu |
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