United Kingdom
1 Fulbright/Royal Veterinary College Award
Accepted Degree Levels
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Grant PeriodFall StartGrant Length10 Months |
Award Type
Discipline-Specific Awards
Fulbright Graduate Degree Grants
- Yes
Award Profile
The Fulbright Royal Veterinary College Award covers the first year of a taught master's or research degree offered by the university.
One award is offered to pursue a one-year Master's degree or higher research program (or the first year of a longer Master's or higher research degree program) in any discipline at the Royal Veterinary College.
The Royal Veterinary College has a successful record of training North American students and can count many hundreds of American and Canadian graduates as alumni. Founded in 1791, the RVC was the first veterinary school in the UK, and the driving force behind the establishment of the nation’s veterinary profession. The first four students were admitted in January 1792, and ever since the RVC has been at the forefront of teaching and research in veterinary and allied sciences.
The RVC was the first UK veterinary school to:
- Submit a woman for membership to the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
- Become an independent veterinary school within a federal university
- Be accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association
- Introduce a degree in Veterinary Nursing
- Establish a Centre for Lifelong and Independent Veterinary Education.
In addition to research programmes, the RVC offers postgraduate taught degree programmes in:
- One Health (Infectious Diseases)
- Veterinary Epidemiology
- Wild Animal Biology
- Wild Animal Health
- Veterinary Education
- Science Education
For information on all of RVC postgraduate courses, please see the Postgraduate Study section of our webpage.
More information and videos of previous RVC Fulbright Scholars can be found on our website.
Grant Length
Grant Period
Master's programs in the UK typically last a year. Unless otherwise stated, funding is provided for only the first year of the degree - although the grant period is 10 months, tuition waivers cover the entire first year and student visas are not impacted by grant length.
Stipend amounts are set and do not change based on length of the degree.
Orientation
Pre-Departure webinars and in-Country Orientation
Candidate Profile
The Commission is seeking applicants who demonstrate:
- Rigor in scholarly enquiry and academic or professional excellence
- Strong reasons for wishing to pursue the proposed project in the UK and at a particular institution
- A desire to gain a better understanding of the peoples and cultures of their host country
- Commitment to the community through volunteer and extra-curricular activities
- Flexibility and dynamism necessary for active involvement in the host country
What is life like for Fulbrighters in the host country?
Applicants are expected to research their host country. Application materials should indicate a clear commitment to the host country community and a description of how you will engage with it.
The Fulbright Program in the United Kingdom has formed strong bonds between the UK and the US since 1948. From the energy of large metropolitan cities to the charm of quaint towns, daily life as a Fulbright Postgraduate to the United Kingdom offers a wide array of experiences. Our awards unfold across the UK's diverse landscapes throughout England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales.
Navigating the country is made easy with efficient public transportation networks, allowing scholars to explore cities, countryside, and coastlines. Throughout the year, grantees engage in cultural events and festivals, immersing themselves in the arts, music, and local traditions. To name a few opportunities, previous Fulbrighters have participated in Highland games, organised writing workshops in picturesque locations, and visited National Trust properties across the UK.
With over 160 universities, the UK is home to innovative and globally significant research and teaching projects spanning all disciplines and sectors. Fulbright awards are offered across all 4 nations and the British Virgin Islands, with a range of all disciplines awards and subject-specific awards.
Candidates interested in applying for an award in the United Kingdom are advised to visit the US-UK Fulbright Commission's website for more information on the awards offered by the Commission and to hear from our alumni community.
Explore firsthand accounts from US Postgraduates like Michael Yang, whose Fulbright year led to innovation in food science, Asael Rodriguez, who engaged with his host community of Canterbury through volunteering opportunities, and Katelyn Barnes and Paul Kyumin Lee, who deepened their work in peacebuilding and conflict resolution while researching in Belfast.
Hear about Fulbright experiences from Cesar Cortorreal, 2022-23 Postgraduate Awardee here:
Applicants may also wish to consult Universities UK, Universities Scotland, Universities Wales, and UK Research and Innovation for more information about higher education in the UK.
Applicants may contact the US-UK Fulbright Commission with any queries by emailing fulbrightprogrammes@fulbright.org.uk
Eligibility
6 Months
The following applicants are ineligible for consideration:
- Applicants who have extensive previous experience in the UK
- Applicants whose proposals are to complete any part of a medical degree, including internships or residencies, or applicants who hold a Ph.D. at the time the grant is to begin
- Applicants who have previously spent time at their selected university will be at a competitive disadvantage
- Applicants who have spent six or more months in the host country in the year prior to the grant are ineligible for consideration unless the applicant is in the UK for an undergraduate study abroad program.
- Applicants are also recommended to carefully read the eligibility criteria for the United Kingdom on the IIE website before selecting their chosen award.
Degree Level of Applicant
- Bachelor's
- Master's
- Doctoral
Special Application Instructions
In your Fulbright online application, for Award Name, please select Royal Veterinary College from the drop-down menu.
Applicants will complete two applications, the Fulbright application and the university’s application (according to the university’s admissions procedures). Applicants must submit their university applications as early as possible, ideally before January 13, 2027. Applicants who fail to do so may be at a competitive disadvantage. The Fulbright Program does not cover the application fee for the university.
Foreign Language Evaluation (FLE) Form
If required, submission of the Foreign Language Evaluation (FLE) form is mandatory, even if you have advanced skills or are a native speaker of the language. Failure to submit the required FLE form may impact your eligibility.
Fulbright Proposal Types
No
Yes
Affiliation
Letters of affiliation/support are recommended but not required for master’s degree applicants. Applicants are encouraged to reach out to the relevant faculty far in advance of the deadline to secure a letter.
Applicants are responsible for arranging their own letter of affiliation/support and must apply for admission according to the relevant university’s admissions procedures. Applicants are not expected to have a letter of acceptance/admission to the university at time of application, but awards are made conditional upon acceptance by the chosen institution before arrival.
Affiliation Fees/Tuition
Tuition for the first year of study will be waived internally by the host university.
Award Benefits
- A stipend broadly based on the cost of living in the host country. These funds may be used by the grantee to support housing, meals, and incidental costs during the grant period.
- International travel benefits
- Accident & sickness health benefits
- 24/7 mental health support line for urgent and non-urgent situations
- 12 months of non-competitive eligibility (NCE) hiring status within the federal government
Stipend Amount
This is an estimated amount and is subject to change. The financial terms of the grant will be confirmed in the grant document issued after selection.
The UK Research and Innovation’s minimum amounts for studentship stipends are used as a guide for the monthly stipend amounts. The figures are based on the monthly amount over a 10-month grant period.
Estimated Cost of Living
Consider using cost of living comparison websites to gain a better understanding of the potential costs in your host country.
For an idea of what to expect with regards to living costs within the UK, please refer to the British Council’s guidance on the cost of study for international students: https://study-uk.britishcouncil.org/moving-uk/cost-studying
Dependents
Grant Amount
- Full tuition waiver for the first year of study
- £22,363 living stipend
- $1,500 travel stipend
- A small travel allowance and accommodation to attend required Fulbright Commission enrichment events
The living stipend is intended as a contribution towards living expenses during the first year of study in the UK.