The Fulbright U.S. Student Program 2027–2028 is now open for applications. One of America’s most prestigious and well-known international exchange programmes, the Fulbright U.S. Student Program funds American citizens to study, conduct research, or teach English (via the English Teaching Assistant/ETA programme) in over 140 countries worldwide. Grants are available in nearly all fields and disciplines.
Key Details
- Programme Types: Open Study/Research Award; English Teaching Assistantship (ETA); Arts Programme (for creative/performing artists)
- Funding: Fully funded — covers tuition, living stipend, round-trip airfare, health insurance, and in some countries a language course
- Countries: 140+ countries worldwide
- Eligibility: Must be a U.S. citizen or national at time of application; must hold a conferred Bachelor’s degree or equivalent before grant start; open to recent graduates, graduate students, and early-career professionals
- Application Deadline: October 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET (campus deadline typically 4–6 weeks earlier if applying through a university)
- Programme Year: 2027–2028 academic year
- Disciplines: All fields — STEM, humanities, social sciences, creative and performing arts
- Official Website: Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Fulbright U.S. Student Program: key details
How to Apply
Currently enrolled university students are strongly encouraged to apply through their institution via a Fulbright Programme Adviser (FPA). Candidates not enrolled at a US institution can apply as At-Large applicants. All applications are submitted through the online Fulbright portal at us.fulbrightonline.org.
Always verify deadlines and details on the official Fulbright U.S. Program website before applying.
Official source: Fulbright Program
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