FY 2027 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program
This grant funds the administration of the FY 2027 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship, bringing mid-career professionals from priority countries to the U.S. for academic and professional development supporting U.S. foreign policy.
Funder: Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs
Due Dates: May 18, 2026: Full application deadline (applications due via Grants.gov; May 18, 2026, 11:59 PM Eastern)
Funding Amounts: One award expected; up to $10,250,000 for a project period of up to 36 months.
Summary: Supports a cooperative agreement to administer the Humphrey Fellowship, bringing mid-career professionals from priority countries to the U.S. for academic and professional exchange.
Description
This opportunity funds the management of the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program, a flagship Fulbright exchange run by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), U.S. Department of State. The program brings influential mid-career professionals from over 100 eligible countries to the United States for graduate-level academic study and professional development. Fellows are placed in thematic cohorts at U.S. host universities and participate in both academic coursework (non-degree) and professional affiliations with U.S.-based organizations. The program aims to foster mutual understanding, build global networks, and advance U.S. foreign policy interests by equipping participants with practical skills and insights.
The awardee will be responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing the Humphrey Fellowship, including recruitment, placement, alumni engagement, program evaluation, and coordination with ECA. The program consists of a longer-term academic year fellowship and a shorter-term Distinguished Humphrey Fellowship Program (DHFP).
