Fulbright Specialist Programme
The Fulbright Specialist Programme funds short-term visits by U.S. experts to UK institutions for collaborative projects on American history, values, or culture, featuring a 'Freedom 250' theme for the U.S. 250th anniversary.
Funder: United States-United Kingdom Fulbright Commission
Due Dates: Application cycle for 2026/27 is closed | Next anticipated cycle: Spring 2027 (projected)
Funding Amounts: U.S. Department of State covers international travel and honorarium; host institution covers in-country costs (lodging, meals, transport); project duration: 14–42 days.
Summary: Enables UK institutions to host U.S. experts for short-term collaborative projects, with a focus on American history, values, or culture for 2026–27.
Key Information: All 2026–27 projects must include a “Freedom 250” component celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.
Description
The Fulbright Specialist Programme allows UK universities and eligible institutions to host leading U.S. academics or professionals for short-term, collaborative projects. Established by the U.S. Department of State, the program is designed to foster institutional partnerships and knowledge exchange, with projects conceptualized by the host institution and matched to a suitable U.S. Specialist. Activities may include seminars, workshops, curriculum development, consulting, lecturing, and program assessments. For the 2026–27 cycle, all projects must include a “Freedom 250” element, focusing on topics related to American history, values, culture, or related supplementary programming to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States.
