For residents of Jordan: The Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program in the USA
Applicant criteria
- No specific age required
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity description
The Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) program offers an extraordinary opportunity for early-career teachers to share their culture and language while gaining invaluable professional and personal growth in the U.S.
As a Fulbright FLTA, you will teach Arabic at a U.S. university or college (as a primary or assistant teacher), enhance your English proficiency, enroll in academic courses to enhance your skills, and participate in dynamic cultural exchanges on campus and in local communities that promote mutual understanding —it’s a chance to inspire and be inspired.
FLTAs are also encouraged to engage with their host communities through conversation groups, extracurricular activities, and community outreach projects, as well as facilitate cultural events, language clubs, and language tables. Before arriving to their host institutions, FLTA will have a program orientation in the U.S. in August 2026.
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Applicants must be resident in Jordan at the time of application and must continue to be resident in Jordan until the beginning of program.
- Hold a bachelor's degree from a university recognized by the Jordanian Ministry of Higher Education in one of the eligible fields (listed here) with a minimum "Good" grade or higher.
- Have a minimum of one year and a maximum of seven years of experience in teaching a foreign language.
- Demonstrate sufficient English proficiency to teach and study in the U.S.
- Possess maturity, responsibility, and the ability to represent Jordanian culture and contribute to fostering mutual understanding between the U.S. and Jordan.
- Be willing to interact with students, participate in community events, and build relationships with faculty members and students.
- Fulbright Program opportunities are available to qualified individuals, with preference for applicants who have not previously studied or lived in the United States.
Who is NOT eligible?
The following individuals are NOT eligible for the program:
- Dual citizens (Jordanian/American) or applicants who are applying for or already hold U.S. permanent residency (Green Card) or the Diversity Visa (Lottery).
- Applicants who have resided in the U.S. for five consecutive years or more during the past six years.
- Immediate family members or dependents of employees of the Fulbright Commission, the U.S. Embassy, or the U.S. Department of State.
Required Documents:
- Official academic transcripts in English.
- Three recommendation letters.
- A detailed resume (CV).
- English language proficiency test scores:
- TOEFL iBT (minimum 79) or
- TOEFL ITP (minimum 550) or
- Academic IELTS (minimum 6.0).
- A personal statement in English.
- Additional short essays required during the application process.
- List all educational institutions attended after high school, even if no degree or certificate was obtained.
- A copy of the applicant’s passport or Jordanian national ID.
How to Apply
To apply for this program, you need to fill out an online application during the open cycle. The Fulbright Commission in Jordan only accepts online applications for this program. Please visit the website here for more information.
What the Program Cover?
- Round-trip airfare from Jordan to the United States
- Monthly stipend
- Visa fees
- Health coverage
- Tuition fees and books
About Fulbright - Jordan
The Jordanian-American Commission for Educational Exchange, also known as the Fulbright Commission in Jordan, was established under a bilateral agreement signed in May 1993 between the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the United States. The commission receives annual funding from both governments and operates as an independent, binational, and non-profit organization.
A binational board of four Jordanians and four Americans oversees its operations, with the Jordanian Minister of Foreign Affairs and the U.S. Ambassador serving as honorary co-chairs. The Fulbright Program in Jordan promotes educational and cultural exchange by offering competitive scholarships and fellowships to Jordanian and American students, teachers, and researchers to study, teach, and conduct research in each other’s countries. Selection is based on merit and a competitive application process.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the FLTA Program:
To Access the FAQs for this Program please visit this page.