Fulbright U.S. Scholar competition

The Fulbright U.S. Scholar 2026-2027 competition is now open.

The Fulbright Scholar Program offers opportunities for U.S. citizens to go abroad with the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program. With more than 380 awards annually in over 130 countries to conduct research, teach and carry out professional projects. 

The application deadline for most awards is September 15, 2025. U.S. citizenship is required. Grant lengths vary in duration; applicants can propose projects for a period of two to 12 months, as specified in the award description. Flexible options may also be available.