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Building an International Career: Everything You Need to Know About Letters of Invitation
By Fulbright Program Staff
While completing a Fulbright U.S. Scholar application may seem daunting, we strive to offer applicants the information and support they need to complete the process successfully. The first step towards a successful Fulbright U.S. Scholar application is obtaining a letter of invitation. So, what is a letter of invitation, and how do you obtain one?
Letter of Invitation
A letter of invitation is an expression of interest from a host institution outside of the United States. Some Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program opportunities require a letter of invitation from a host institution in the scholar’s selected host country.
A letter of invitation should include:
Curious to learn more? For guidance on letters of invitation, identifying potential hosts, and contacting institutions abroad, watch the embedded video.
Prefer to read? Additional details on this component of the application can be found in Application Requirements.