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• Host Countries: Over 140 countries worldwide
• Program Type: Graduate Study, Research, English Teaching Assistantships
• Funding: Fully Funded
• Eligible Applicants: US Citizens only
• Application Deadline: 7 October 2025

Program Overview

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program 2026 is a prestigious, fully funded international exchange initiative sponsored by the U.S. Department of State. It offers recent graduates, master’s and doctoral candidates, and young professionals the opportunity to pursue:

• Graduate-level study
• Independent research projects
• English Teaching Assistant (ETA) placements

Participants engage in academic, cultural, and professional exchange while living abroad for 8–12 months.

Financial Coverage

All Fulbright grants are fully funded and typically include:

• Monthly stipend for living expenses
• Round-trip airfare to and from the host country
• Accident and sickness health coverage
• Accommodation and meals (varies by host country)
• Book and research allowances
• Pre-departure and in-country orientations
• Language training programs (if applicable)
• Tuition support (for degree-seeking applicants)
• Non-competitive eligibility (NCE) for U.S. federal employment

Program Categories

1. Open Study/Research Awards

   • Design your own academic or research project
   • Secure a letter of affiliation from a host institution

2. English Teaching Assistant (ETA) Awards

   • Assist in English language classrooms abroad
   • Promote mutual understanding through cultural exchange

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a U.S. citizen at the time of application
• Must hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent by the start of the grant
• Creative/performing arts applicants may substitute four years of training for a degree
• Must meet language proficiency requirements of the host country
• J.D. holders are eligible; M.D. holders may apply for academic study but not clinical training
• Applicants with dual citizenship should review country-specific restrictions

Required Documents

• Online application form
• Academic transcripts
• Statement of Grant Purpose (project proposal)
• Personal statement
• Letters of recommendation
• Language evaluations (if required)
• Letter of affiliation (for research applicants)
• Arts portfolio (if applicable)
• CV or résumé

How to Apply

1. Visit the Fulbright U.S. Student Program website - Official Application Portal
2. Create an account and complete the online application
3. Upload all required documents
4. Submit by 7 October 2025

This is one of the most competitive and transformative international scholarship programs available to U.S. citizens.