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Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) program

Program Description:

The Fulbright FLTA program grant is awarded for one academic year usually beginning in August and ending in May. The FLTA program is a NON-DEGREE program aimed at strengthening foreign language instruction at U.S. colleges and universities, and some high schools, while providing current or future teachers of English with the opportunity to refine their skills, increase their English language proficiency, and extend their knowledge of U.S. society and culture. FLTA fellows also interact with their host communities in conversation groups, extracurricular activities, and community outreach projects. FLTA fellows may assist in or teach up to two language classes (Uzbek) and are required to enroll in at least two courses per semester, one of which must be in U.S. studies.  The remaining coursework should relate to their careers in English language teaching. FLTA fellows will also be expected to facilitate cultural events, language clubs, and language tables.

Program Requirements:

  • Applicants must be teachers of English or In training to become teachers of English and at
    minimum must possess the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree.
  • Applicants must be between 21 and 29 years old at the time of application. 
  • Fluency in English is mandatory, demonstrated by a score of no less than
    550 (Paper Based TOEFL);
    213 (Computer Based TOEFL - CBT);
    79-80 (internet Based TOEFL - iBT) or
    6.0 (overall score international English Language Testing System - IELTS).
  • Applicants must be residing in their home country throughout the nomination and selection process. 
  • Applicants must demonstrate maturity, dependability, integrity and professionalism.
  • FLTA fellows are required to return to their home countries upon completion of the nine-month program.  NO extension requests will be supported. Dependents are not allowed to accompany fellows on this program.

Program Provisions:

All FLTA fellows receive a monthly stipend, accident and sickness coverage, and travel support. 

The deadline for the 2009 Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) program has already passed.  Check back in 2009 for details on the 2010 program.

You may contact FLTA Program office staff at Tashkent-Program@state.gov with questions or concerns.