What are the language requirements?
Language requirements depend on the destination country. See the Fulbright website or the handbook for detailed information. If the knowledge of a foreign language is required, the applicant must submit a language evaluation form with the completed application. (If you do not posses any knowledge of the foreign language at all, you can fill in the form on your own stating this.) It is always an advantage to know the language of the host country even if the study or research can be conducted in English. As there is approximately a year between the time of application and your departure there is still time to prepare for your stay and take language classes. Any plans for future language study should be noted in your application (in the proposal and as attachment to the language evaluation).
Many of the artists-in-residence are from other countries and English is their second language. During a typical residency, a basic command of the English language is necessary. During an international exchange residency, an interpreter is sometimes brought in to assist those artists from the exchange country.
You must submit proof of your English or French language ability. To do this, you can take a test at an approved testing agency or you can provide other written evidence of your language ability. CIC strongly recommends that you take a test to prove your language ability. Read more about language requirements on CIC’s website.
