Fulbright Foreign Student Program 2025–2026
Who May Apply
- International students from 160+ countries around the world
- Applicants pursuing Master’s or PhD degrees in accredited U.S. universities
- Individuals with strong academic backgrounds and leadership potential committed to fostering mutual understanding between their country and the U.S.
Benefits
Scholars may enjoy the following benefits:
- Full tuition fees covered for the duration of the degree
- Living allowance/stipend equivalent to U.S. graduate student standards
- Round-trip airfare from home country to the United States
- Health insurance for the entire study period
- Visa fee assistance and processing support
- Textbooks, computer, and settling-in allowance
- Access to academic and cultural exchange opportunities across U.S. institutions
Qualifications
Applicants must have the following qualifications:
- Must be a citizen of a participating country (refer to the list of 160 eligible nations)
- Must demonstrate academic excellence and English language proficiency
- Must meet the educational requirements below:
- Master’s applicants: Bachelor’s degree or a combination of Bachelor’s and Master’s totaling 16 years of formal education from an accredited institution
- PhD applicants: Master’s, MPhil, or equivalent degree (minimum of 18 years of formal education)
- Work experience in teaching, research, or the public sector is highly desirable (especially for doctoral applicants)
- All academic fields are eligible except clinical medicine
- Applicants must commit to return to their home country after completing the program and fulfill a two-year residency requirement
- GRE scores are not required for the 2025–2026 cycle, but TOEFL will be required for final selection
