Fulbright U.S. Student Program
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program funds Americans to study, research, or teach English abroad while fostering cross-cultural exchange and supporting critical language study.
Funder: Institute of International Education
Due Dates: October 6, 2026 (National deadline for 2027-2028 competition)
Funding Amounts: Over 1,800 awards annually; funding covers travel, living stipend, health benefits, and other expenses; award duration typically 8–12 months.
Summary: Fellowships for U.S. citizens to study, conduct research, or teach English abroad, with additional support for critical language study.
Description
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program provides fellowships to U.S. graduating seniors, graduate students, young professionals, and artists to pursue study, research, or English teaching assignments abroad. The program seeks to foster mutual understanding between the United States and other countries through educational and cultural exchange. In addition to standard awards, Critical Language Enhancement Awards are available to support the study of languages considered critical to U.S. interests, which can be undertaken before or during the grant period. Opportunities are available in all academic disciplines, including the creative and performing arts.
