Are you interested in immersing yourself in a new cultural environment while working on a research project? Have you wanted to teach in an international school or pursue a postgraduate degree in a new country? Then, consider the prestigious Fulbright U.S. Student Program. This unique opportunity allows graduating college seniors, graduate students, and young professionals to pursue study and research in more than 140 countries around the globe. As the 2025-2026 application cycle has just kicked off, check out details for applying, and new awards available this year.
Types of Awards
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program offers two main types of grants: Fulbright Study/Research awards and Fulbright English Teaching Assistant (ETA) awards and special programs with National Geographic and the Fogarty International Center.
The Fulbright Study/Research Awards provide funding to design a research project that will take place for 9-12 during the academic year. Additionally, students have the option to pursue a postgraduate degree in a country outside the United States.
In the Fulbright English Teaching Assistant (ETA) Program, fellows work in a classroom with a teacher to assist in English instruction. They also have many opportunities to participate in local community events and projects.
Eligibility
To be eligible for a Fulbright U.S. student grant, you must be a U.S. citizen, meet the language requirements for the program and country, and have a conferred bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) at the time of application. As each country and program may have varying requirements, it’s essential you review Fulbright’s general eligibility requirements to ensure you’ll be a competitive candidate and a good fit.
Application Deadline
Although the deadline for the 2025-26 award cycle may seem far away, now is the best time to get started! With over 2,000 grants offered, be sure to take the time to find the right program for you! This year’s application deadline for the U.S. Fulbright Awards is Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at 5 p.m. Eastern Time. As the application has multiple components, be sure to confirm the deadline, eligibility, and application process for the program you choose to apply for on the Fulbright Program website. Remember, different countries may have differing application elements!
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2025-2026 New Fulbright U.S. Student Program Awards
East Asia-Pacific
Malaysia is offering Fulbright-Fogarty Fellowships In Public Health for students enrolled in an accredited doctoral-level program in public health, government, business, design, engineering, education, medicine, nutrition, law, pharmacy, dentistry, veterinary medicine, and nursing.
Taiwan is offering two Special Study/Research Awards.
- 5 Master’s Degree Program Awards: Fulbright Graduate Studies Award In Teaching Chinese As A Second Language for students to pursue a full-time Master’s Degree in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language (TCSL) at one of the FSE’s partner universities.
- 1 Master’s Degree Program: National Taiwan University Award In Biodiversity. Candidates must have received a bachelor’s degree before enrollment and intend to pursue a two-year master’s degree. The program is fully taught in English.
Thailand is offering the Fulbright-Fogarty Fellowships In Public Health, a 10-month Special Study/Research Award for students currently enrolled in an accredited doctoral-level program in public health, government, business, design, engineering, education, medicine, nutrition, law, pharmacy, dentistry, veterinary medicine, and nursing.
Europe & Eurasia
The Netherlands is offering two Special Study/Research Awards.
- 1 Fulbright/NAF Gree Polder And Charles Stapper Fellowship In Dutch And Netherlandish Art. This 9-month fellowship program considers applicants from all degree levels, with a preference for proposals centered around women artists in the Golden Age.
- 1 Fulbright/NAF Heersink Family Foundation Fellowship In Global Health. This Fellowship supports research related to global health and foodborne illness. The field of study and proposal should be related to one of the following areas: food safety and delivery, infectious diseases, maternal health, and/or cancer.
The United Kingdom is offering 1 Fulbright/Northumbria University Award In Art & Design. The award covers tuition and stipend for a one-year Master’s in the arts and design program.
Western Hemisphere
Ecuador is offering Fulbright-Fogarty Fellowships In Public Health, a 9-10 months Special Study/Research program for students enrolled in an accredited doctoral-level program in public health, government, business, design, engineering, education, medicine, nutrition, law, pharmacy, dentistry, veterinary medicine, and nursing.
Conclusion
Embarking on the Fulbright U.S. Student Program offers recent graduates and young professionals diverse opportunities in study, research, English teaching, and professional work abroad. With over 2,000 available awards, don’t hold off on this life-changing experience– start crafting your award-winning Fulbright application today!
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