Program Overview:
Academic year is from September 2009 to July 2010 and includes three terms: October through December 2009, January through March 2010 and April through June 2010, with two 2-week breaks in winter and spring. Lecturing is in Arabic or French, with the exception of American studies and English language awards, where English is employed. A working knowledge of either Arabic or French is necessary to function in universities and communities. A one- or two-page summary of the project in Arabic or French is required, except for American studies or English language proposals.
Security Overview: Algeria is a state in transition after its bloody civil war during the 1990s. However, the security environment in rural and remote areas continues to pose a significant security risk. As recipients of U.S. government funded grants, all Fulbright Scholars must follow established Embassy security guidelines and are required to receive a security briefing by the Regional Security Office soon after their arrival.
Stipend: $2,640-$2,860 monthly base stipend, according to the standard base stipend formula.
Maintenance: Standard maintenance. For 2007-08 the following was provided: $2,100-$2,900 per month, based on the number of accompanying dependents.
Travel/Relocation: Standard travel/relocation. For 2007-08 the following was provided: $4,200-$9,500, based on the number of accompanying dependents.
Tuition Assistance: Up to $5,000 per child or $10,000 per family for accompanying dependent children in grades K-12 is reimbursed for a full academic year. Amount is adjusted for shorter grant periods. Reimbursement is based on actual cost of tuition and fees only.
Middle East and North Africa|Algeria
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