The core Fulbright Scholar Program sends 800 U.S. faculty and professionals abroad each year. Grantees lecture and conduct research in a wide variety of academic and professional fields. Eligibility requirements include: a U.S. citizenship - permanent residence is not sufficient; A Ph.D. or equivalent professional/terminal degree (including the master's degree, depending on the field) as appropriate. Candidates outside academe (e.g., professionals, artists) need recognized professional standing and substantial professional accomplishments; College or university teaching awards require experience at the level and in the field specified by the award description; Foreign language proficiency as specified by the award description or required for the successful completion of the proposed project. (In many areas, lecturing is in English.); Sound physical and mental health.