The Fulbright program provides the opportunity to pursue a master’s degree in the U.S. for one to two years.

Indonesian citizens who demonstrate academic excellence and leadership qualities are encouraged to apply.

The program seeks individuals who are committed to creating positive change through meaningful involvement in their communities and/or workplaces, and who have the potential to become future leaders and changemakers upon returning to Indonesia.

Eligible Fields of Study

The Fulbright program supports study in most disciplines except for medicine related to patient care or clinical patient contact. Study in the humanities, arts, and social sciences, as well as science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), and health, is equally welcome.

Grant and Program Support

The Fulbright award consists of two components: Grant and Program Support. These components provide financial support for the following expenses.

1) Grant: up to USD 52,000 per year, covers:

• Tuition fees
• Monthly living allowance (stipend) to cover accommodation and living expenses
• Fulbright health benefit (ASPE)
• University health insurance

2) Program Support covers:

• Domestic round-trip travel in Indonesia
• International round-trip travel to the U.S.
• J-1 visa application for scholarship recipients and J-2 visa application for dependents
• Settling-in and equipment allowance
• Return travel allowance upon completion of the program
• Gateway or Pre-academic Program prior to the academic program
• U.S. university admission test fees (TOEFL iBT, GRE, or GMAT) and application fees

Fulbright grantees may bring dependents to the U.S.; however, no financial support is provided for accompanying dependents.

General Requirements

Applicants should:

• Be an Indonesian citizen and not a permanent resident of the US, or be currently living in the US
• Demonstrate leadership qualities and showcase some experience in community service.
• Have preparation in and a demonstrated commitment to their chosen field of study
• Be proficient in English
• Have an outstanding academic record
• Demonstrate that they can realistically accomplish full-time graduate study in the US
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to return to Indonesia upon completion of the Fulbright scholarship program and create a positive impact through their work and in their communities

Preference will be given to qualified applicants who have not had recent and substantial experience in the United States and have not previously received a Fulbright grant.

Specific Requirements

Applicants should:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree (S1)
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (4.0 scale)
• Have a minimum TOEFL ITP score of 550, or TOEFL iBT score of 80 (scale 0-120) / 4.0 (1.0-6.0), or IELTS score of 6.5, or Duolingo score of 125 for their intended field of study. Please refer to the Minimum English Test Score Guidelines by Field of Study for the applicable score requirements.

Ineligibility Criteria

Applicants will be ineligible if they are:

• U.S. citizens
• Non-U.S. citizens living in the United States
• Individuals currently participating in academic, training, or research programs in the U.S.
• Individuals currently studying, residing, or working outside of Indonesia
• Individuals who have participated in an exchange visitor program sponsored or funded by the U.S. government within the last three years prior to the submission of their application.
• Individuals who have applied for U.S. permanent residency
• Persons arrested for, charged with, or convicted of a crime (excluding minor traffic violations)
• Local employees who work for U.S. missions abroad, such as the U.S. Department of State. Employees are also ineligible for one year following the termination of employment
• An employee, a close family member of an employee, or a dependent of an employee of AMINEF, the U.S. Embassy, or the U.S. Department of State
• Individuals currently pursuing another degree
• Individuals receiving another scholarship at the time of application

Submission Requirements (to be supplied in English)

• Completed application form, including a one-page study objective, a one-page personal statement, and an academic writing sample
• Copy of the most recent (less than two years old) English proficiency test score from TOEFL ITP, TOEFL iBT, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test
• Three letters of reference from an employer or university lecturer
• Copy of legalized academic transcript and diploma (in the original language and English translation)
• Copy of a valid identity document (KTP or passport)
• Curriculum vitae

How to Apply

Applicants need to submit their application form through the online system. Here are the details for applying online:

• Register online and create an account at https://stu.aminef.or.id/grantee/
• An application guide in Indonesian, Instruksi Pengisian Aplikasi Daring Program Beasiswa Fulbright Master & PhD (PDF), is available on the online application platform. The guide becomes available only after applicants create an account. To download it, click the blue “Download Guide” button at the top right of the application page. The guide provides instructions for completing each section of the application form.
• Applications may be saved and updated as needed until they are submitted.
• Before submitting your application, please ensure you have entered the correct email addresses for your referees.
• The online application system will send the reference letter link to your referees only after you click “Submit.”
• Once submitted, applications are final and cannot be modified.
• Recommenders may submit their reference letters through the system for up to two weeks after the application deadline.
• Early submission is recommended to avoid potential delays due to peak system usage.
• For technical assistance with login, document uploads, or the application process, please email helpdesk@aminef.or.id.

Deadline

The deadline for submitting the application is February 15, 2027, at 23:59 WIB (GMT+7).

Timeline

– Application deadline: Feb 15
– Internal application screening: March – May
– Interview selection: June – July

Only short-listed applicants will be notified and interviewed

– Shortlist announcement: July – August
– Further administrative processing, TOEFL iBT and GRE/GMAT, U.S. university placement, and pre-departure orientation: August – June (of the following year)
– Start of study in the U.S.: Fall term of the following year

Required Tests

At the time of application to AMINEF, applicants are required to submit a valid English proficiency test score from TOEFL ITP, TOEFL iBT, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test.

Applicants who are selected as a Fulbright candidate after the interview selection will subsequently be required to take the official TOEFL iBT and, depending on their field of study, one of the following standardized tests:

• GRE (Graduate Record Examination): Required for applicants in all fields except law and business.
• GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test): Required for applicants in business administration, finance, and accounting.

Contact Information

For questions specifically related to the scholarship program, please direct inquiries via email to: infofulbright_ind@aminef.or.id.

Relevant Resource

Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page for answers to common questions about the Fulbright Program.