Fulbright U.S. Student Scholarship Program 2026–2027 | Funded Opportunity for Study, Research, or Teaching Abroad

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Fulbright U.S. Student Scholarship Program 2026: Overview 

The application deadline: October 2025

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program offers U.S. citizens the chance to engage in graduate study, advanced research, or teaching English abroad. With partnerships in over 140 countries, Fulbright promotes mutual understanding through academic and cultural exchange. It is designed for recent graduates, graduate students, and early-career professionals from all fields.

Scholarship Categories

. Graduate Study
. Independent Research
. English Teaching Assistantships (ETA)

Fulbright U.S. Student Scholarship Program 2026: Eligibility Criteria

. Must be a U.S. citizen (permanent residents are ineligible)
. Must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent by the grant start date
. Arts applicants without a BA must show four years of professional experience
. Must meet the language requirements for the host country and the award
. M.D. holders can apply for research but not clinical activities or residencies
. Preference given to candidates who:
 . Have not lived in the host country for over 6 months
 . Have not previously received a Fulbright grant (especially in recent years)
 . Studied primarily in the U.S.
 . Are veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces

Documents Required

. Application form (online)
. Personal statement
. Statement of grant purpose
. Transcripts
. Letters of recommendation
. Language evaluation (if applicable)
. Affiliation letter (for research applicants)

Important Notes

. Grants do not support medical training or patient care
. Fulbright benefits may be reduced if duplicated by another grant
. TESOL training is required for ETAs unless already certified
. Special accommodations are available for grantees with disabilities

Selection Process

. Based on academic merit, feasibility of the project, language preparedness, and cross-cultural adaptability
. Awards vary by country, program, and project type

Award Benefits

. Monthly stipend (varies by country)
. Accident & sickness health insurance
. 24/7 support
. Round-trip airfare (for most)
. Orientation sessions
. Tuition coverage (for some graduate programs)
. Book/research allowances, language training, or in-country enrichment activities (depending on the award)
. 12-month non-competitive eligibility (NCE) for federal employment
. TESOL training (for ETAs)
 . First-time: 60-hour course
 . Renewal: 120-hour course + 20-hour practicum