The prestigious Fully Funded Fulbright Scholarship provides full funding for international students to study, research, or teach in the United States. Established in 1946, these competitive awards cover all expenses and offer invaluable cultural exchange and professional development.
Over 400,000+ alumni—including heads of state, Nobel laureates, and Pulitzer winners—have benefited from the Fulbright Program’s mission of promoting mutual understanding. Currently, around 8,000 scholarships are awarded annually to students from over 160 countries.
Fully Funded Fulbright Scholarship Categories
There are several types of Fulbright Scholarships:
- Graduate Student – Master’s or PhD degrees
- Foreign Language Teaching Assistant – Help teach native language/culture at US colleges
- Fulbright Specialist – Short-term academic/professional projects
- Visiting Scholar – Advanced research at US institutions
- Scholar-in-Residence – Teach at US colleges for 1 year
- U.S. Scholar – Teach/research abroad for 1 year
Application Requirements
Applicants generally need:
- Online application form
- Statement of purpose
- Transcripts and diplomas
- Recommendation letters
- Test scores (TOEFL, GRE, etc.)
- Study/research proposal
- CV/resume
- Portfolio (artists)
Eligibility criteria differ by country and program – visit the Fulbright website for specifics.
Benefits
If awarded a Fulbright Scholarship, you’ll receive:
- Full tuition and fees
- Living/travel allowances
- Health insurance
- Enrichment activities
- Professional development
- Global alumni network
This prestigious opportunity enables academic and cultural enrichment to empower future leaders. Apply by the deadline per country/program rules stated on the Fulbright website.