Summary:
The Fulbright Foreign Student Program is a program that enables students, artists, and professionals from abroad to pursue graduate studies and research in the United States. It is a grant program that covers one or two academic years of study or research in the U.S., starting in August 2025.
The program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State through U.S. embassies and Fulbright commissions in various countries.
Application requirements:
Applicants must have an undergraduate degree, be proficient in English, and be accepted to a U.S. graduate program. They must also apply through the Fulbright commission or U.S. embassy in their home country, following the specific guidelines and deadlines for each country.
Fellowship benefits:
Selected fellows will receive a grant that covers tuition, fees, living expenses, health insurance, and travel costs. They will also have access to a wide range of academic, cultural, and professional opportunities and resources in the U.S.
Fellowship type:
The program is a non-residency program that requires the fellows to stay in the U.S. for the full duration of the award, unless there is an emergency. They will also have to submit a final report and a descriptive abstract of their projects at the end of the program.
Award Fellowships:
The program is awarded by the U.S. Department of State, with funding from the U.S. Congress and other sources. The number of fellowships awarded each year depends on the availability of funds and the quality of applicants.