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I was on the phone with her (she's been sick so I was checking in) when the email came and we were able to flip out together. She told me she would let me update the spreadsheet Thanks for asking!

Research. I just cannot believe they gave a Fulbright to a rural 39 year old with kids. It took me 10 years to finish my undergrad... guess I'll have to fake it and act like I belong... Thanks for the congrats everyone!

I got Hungary! Can't believe it!

I live about five hours north and east of Seattle- closer than Rochester

This is all good info for me. I am looking at a fully funded masters or the Fulbright (I'll know any day now right?). It sounds like, given that I am in the social sciences, that a fully funded masters could be a great deal, but that if I am willing to reapply I might get into better schools with better funding AFTER the Fulbright. Still taking thoughts from anyone and I appreciate all the good thinking thus far!

Yes best of luck to you @Dash123!

If I get this, any of you are welcome to come crash my flat in Hungary on the couch- assuming I have one

Congratulations! Let the fun begin!

Hmmm that's interesting. I am applying for a research grant, but don't anticipate wanting more than a masters by the end. It sounds like if I get this my best bet is to take it and then go from there! Thanks for the extra thoughts everyone, it really helps, since I am not at all close to academia

Another helpful comment. Thank you, I am also hopeful that my year in Hungary could be extended. It is an option, I don't know how candidates are selected to stay an extra year, but if I go I'll be aiming for that! Now if I could find out my status...

This is really helpful! Thank you. Do you think the Fulbright is well recognized internationally as well as nationally? I'd love to get a masters abroad and wonder if the prestige carries over? I completed my BA remotely and live hours from my FPA, which is why I am querying this community instead of asking her... I guess I should take the GREs before we leave, if I get the Fulbright of course...

That's what I've been wondering- if my school choices would improve dramatically AFTER a Fulbright. My proposal is for a research grant in Hungary so I think this would apply for me. When I mentioned to my FPA that I was also hoping for a funded master's position she was almost offended! She was certain that the Fulbright is the better option. However, my research much like @Mossy.artist is a lot of field work without substantial academic support. I would be in a small town working a few days a week in a social service office and trying to do field research on the side. I am hopeful that would look good on a resume- or maybe people don't read past the words "Fulbright Fellowship?"

Sorry you didn't make it this year. I hope you have some bright options on your horizon!

I would love to hear thoughts about taking the Fulbright vs. a fully funded master's program. Is the Fulbright prestigious enough that the master's should be turned down and taken the next year? Do you think it is easier to get a master's funded once you have a Fulbright on your resume? More thoughts?

Research in Hungary! Anyone lurking apply for Hungary too?

Wow that looks like a great support mechanism! I'll wish for that for you

What is that?

Yes, I'm hoping something good comes your way too! Alternate, perhaps? Or...?

Fingers crossed that you move up the list! It does happen

Glad you got notice, and sounds like you have another good option!

Wishing you early and positive notification!

I am rewriting my nonprofit's outdated bylaws right now and have to say this is REALLY distracting!

Sweden? Okay, what exactly is happening out there in Fulbright-land?

Wahoo!!! Congratulations!

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