Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Program (FLTA)

 

What is the Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA)?

The FLTA program is an opportunity for young English teachers to refine their teaching skills, increase their English language proficiency and extend their knowledge of U.S. culture and customs while strengthening the instruction of foreign languages at U.S. colleges and universities.

What will you do as a Fulbright FLTA Fellow?

As a Fulbright FLTA Fellow, you will spend one academic year at a U.S. university where you will teach Arabic and enroll in at least two U.S. studies or teaching methodology classes each semester. You will also share the culture and values of your country with Americans in university clubs, language dormitories and in the community. When you return home, you will have a high proficiency in English and will speak with first-hand knowledge about the United States, its culture and people.

Who are the Fulbright FLTA Fellows?

Fulbright FLTA Fellows are young teachers or graduate students from around the world. The Fellows are enthusiastic about teaching their native language and culture to U.S. students. They have demonstrated leadership skills, the ability to motivate language learners and an interest in representing their societies in American communities.

What are the benefits of being a Fulbright FLTA Fellow?

• Tuition at a U.S. university for 4 courses.
• A living stipend.
• Roundtrip international airfare to the U.S.
• Health insurance for the duration of the program.
• An opportunity to refine your teaching skills and increase your English language proficiency.
• During the academic year, FLTA Fellows are also invited to participate in special Fulbright workshops and Fulbright enrichment seminars.

How can I become a Fulbright FLTA Fellow?

The competition for the Fulbright FLTA Program is usually announced on our website every year during October/November.