Fulbright Junior Research Scholarship (JRS) Program
Take Your Doctoral Research to the World Stage
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For me, the most impactful aspect of this experience is my personal growth. During my time in the U.S., I spent more time with myself and went through various challenges, which helped me grow and become a stronger person. I believe we become stronger through situations that do not necessarily satisfy us. The difficulties and hardships we encounter may not be something anyone wishes for, but they often become the most valuable lessons—far more meaningful than the moments that simply make us comfortable.
Panida Poonsin
2024 JRS-NRCT from Chulalongkorn University
to the Ohio State University
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ABOUT JRS
The Fulbright Junior Research Scholarship Program offers Thai doctoral students the opportunity to advance their research at leading U.S. universities.
Beyond the open competition, the program partners with the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT) to provide grants for doctoral students under the Royal Golden Jubilee Ph.D. Program (RGJ) and the Research and Researchers for Industries (RRi) Program. Work alongside world-renowned professors in your field, access cutting-edge resources, and sharpen your expertise in a leading research environment.
You’ll return to Thailand not only with enhanced research capability but also with the confidence, inspiration, and international connections to lead change in your discipline.
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JRS AT A GLANCE
Purpose
Applicant
Number of Grant
Grant Period
Application Period
Doctoral research
at a U.S. university
Doctoral student
at Thai university
2 general grants
3 NRCT grants for doctoral students under RGJ or RRI
up to 6 months for general students
up to 12 months for RGJ or RRI students
June - September
PROGRAM UNIQUENESS
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Binational scholarship supported
by the Thai and U.S. government
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Freedom to choose your U.S. host university and advisor
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Immersion in the U.S. academic community, creating pathways for future research
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Connections between your home institution and U.S. host university
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Exposure to American work and life culture
ABOUT GRANT
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Thai citizen
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Enrolled as a doctoral student at a Thai university, having completed coursework and passed the qualifying exam
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Approval from your university’s doctoral program
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Valid TOEFL iBT 71+, TOEFL ITP 525+, CU-TEP 75+, or Duolingo 110*
*Duolingo English Test scores are accepted for the application stage only.
If you are shortlisted for the next stage, you will be required to submit an official score report from the TOEFL iBT, meeting the program’s minimum requirement.