Fulbright Postgraduate Scholarships to the UK
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Fulbright Postgraduate Scholarships to the UK support US scholars pursuing graduate study or independent research in the UK, combining academic work with cultural exchange to foster mutual understanding.
Funder: United States-United Kingdom Fulbright Commission
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2027 (National application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Generally tuition waiver, living stipend, and sickness and accident coverage; usually first-year funding, with selected awards lasting 3–4 years
Summary: Supports US citizens pursuing postgraduate study or independent research in the UK while promoting mutual cultural understanding.
Key Information: Applicants must be US citizens and non-UK residents; dual US-UK citizens are eligible.
Description
The United States-United Kingdom Fulbright Commission offers these scholarships through the Fulbright US Student programme, with applications facilitated by the Institute of International Education (IIE). University Partnership Awards support taught master’s degrees, research degrees and selected doctoral programmes across the UK. An Open Award supports independent post-bachelor’s research or arts-related graduate study within its specific eligibility parameters.
The programme combines academic work with cultural exchange. It seeks well-rounded applicants who will engage with UK life in an atmosphere of openness, academic integrity and intellectual freedom, learn about the UK, and share American culture. Benefits include cultural enrichment programmes, membership of national arts and culture organisations, and access to a global alumni network of more than 300,000 members.
