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Fulbright Foreign Students Program

  • Dec 15, 2025
  • 2 min read
Fulbright Foreign Students Program

The Fulbright Foreign Student Program awards approximately 4,000 grants annually to foreign students to study for a Master’s or Doctorate degree and conduct research on campuses across the United States.


Eligibility Requirements:

  • Reside in the country of nomination at the time of application.

  • At the time of program start date, possess the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree with a good academic record.

  • Are fluent in English, as demonstrated by a recommended recent score of no less than 550 (Paper Based TOEFL), 79-80 (Internet Based TOEFL - IBT), or 6.5(Overall Score International English Language Testing System - IELTS); test scores can be submitted to IIE by indicating the institutional code 2326 on the day of the test .


Do not hold U.S. citizenship; dual citizens are not eligible for the program participation.



Responsibilities

Participants must:

  • Design and implement a graduate-level academic or research plan in collaboration with a U.S. host institution.

  • Commit to full-time study or research for the duration of the grant period.

  • Participate in cultural exchange activities and represent their home country in academic and community settings.


Who Can Apply

  • Graduate students, young professionals, and artists seeking to study or conduct research in the U.S.

  • Individuals with a clear academic or professional plan that aligns with Fulbright objectives.

  • Candidates should work with their local Fulbright Commission or U.S. embassy to confirm country-specific eligibility rules and application procedures.


Award Benefits Include:

  1. J-1 visa sponsorship

  2. Funding support

  3. Health benefit plan

  4. Enrichment activities



How to Apply

  • Applications are submitted online through the central Fulbright application platform managed by the Institute of International Education (IIE) or via local Fulbright Commissions, depending on your country.

  • Required materials typically include a personal statement, study/research proposal, academic transcripts, records, letters of recommendation, and language test scores.

  • Visit the official Fulbright application portal and contact your national Fulbright Commission or U.S. embassy for precise instructions.





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