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Fulbright Scholarship by the United States Government For Foreign Students

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United States Government Fulbright Scholarship 2025

Eligible Degree

  • Master’s and PhD programs

Brief Overview

  • The Fulbright Scholarship Program, fully funded by the United States Government, offers scholarships for international graduate students to study or conduct research in the United States, covering tuition, accommodation, living allowance, visa, and travel costs.

Details of the Scholarship

  • The United States Government Fulbright Scholarship is available for postgraduate students, including Master’s and PhD candidates, from all countries to study in the United States. It provides a full scholarship covering tuition, living stipends, travel costs, and accommodation, and is managed by binational Fulbright Commissions, Foundations, or U.S. Embassies. Approximately 4,000 foreign students receive this scholarship annually, with application deadlines varying by country.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Be citizens, nationals, or permanent residents of a foreign country.
  • Be Master’s or PhD students, endorsed by their home institution.
  • Have an excellent academic record and high proficiency in English.
  • Demonstrate strong motivation and commitment to completing the program and returning home.
  • Submit a strong proposal with research objectives, methodology, and justification for conducting research in the U.S.
  • Preferably not have studied in the U.S. before.

Scholarship Values

  • Round-trip airfare to the U.S.
  • Settling-in allowance, monthly stipend, and housing allowance
  • Allowances for books, supplies, and a computer
  • Health insurance: basic university coverage with Fulbright ASPE health benefit as secondary coverage

Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

  • Online Application: Including a clearly written research objective
  • Resume: Professional resume or CV
  • Letters of Reference: Three letters addressing personal, academic, and professional qualifications (submitted electronically)
  • Academic Transcripts: Scanned copies from each post-secondary institution attended
  • TOEFL Score Report
  • Official Transcripts: Hard copies sent by mail from higher institutions

How to Apply for the Scholarship

  1. Visit the Fulbright application page and select your home country.
  2. Review the requirements and documents specific to your country.
  3. Complete the application form online, attaching all required documents.
  4. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified via email.

Deadline

  • Application Deadline: Varies by country.

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