[Fulbright 2016 - 2017]

3 hours ago, lsatings said:

I'm not 100% sure about this, but from what I understand -- at this point in the process they are merely collecting final official transcripts and sending off the semi-finalists to the target country U.S. consulates for review. From there, I'm not entirely sure what the criteria is for selection but I'm sure its about who they think is the best fit for their program in terms of language, ability to fulfill the project, etc. I think maybe checking back on the us.fulbright.org website may be beneficial? I too am interested in what some final selection criteria might be after this point. I know I read online that many times the committee reviewing applicants overseas always looks favorably on those who are able to navigate the country, find housing, communicate, etc without too much hand holding. 

Interesting! How would they determine who would be able to function independently through the application though? 

[Fulbright 2016 - 2017]

So does anyone know what criteria the country committee bases their final decision off of? I'm a finalist for the Spain ETA, I'm getting super anxious!!