fully funded USA
Fulbright Foreign Student Program
Full tuition, monthly stipend, return flights, health plan, and academic support
Scholarship Overview & FAQs
About Fulbright
The Fulbright Foreign Student Program enables graduate students, young professionals and artists from abroad to study and conduct research in the United States. The program operates in more than 160 countries worldwide.
Selection Criteria
Fulbright selects candidates based on:
- Academic Excellence: Outstanding grades and professional qualifications.
- Leadership Potential: Active involvement in community and desire to lead.
- Cultural Ambassador Qualities: Willingness to share home culture and experience US culture.
- Impact: Clear plans on how the experience will benefit the home country.
Coverage & Financial Benefits
- Full coverage of university tuition and mandatory fees
- Monthly living stipend customized to the city of study
- Round-trip international airfare between home country and the US
- Accident and sickness health benefits plan (ASPE)
- Pre-academic orientation and professional networking opportunities
Eligibility Criteria
- 1Must be a citizen of an eligible country participating in the Fulbright program
- 2Completed undergraduate degree equivalent to a US Bachelor's
- 3English language proficiency
Required Application Documents
- Online application form
- Statement of Purpose and Research Objectives
- Three letters of recommendation
- Official transcripts and diplomas
- IELTS or TOEFL scores (and GRE/GMAT if applicable)
Host University
Harvard University
Cambridge, Massachusetts, USAHarvard University is a private Ivy League research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States. Founded in 1636, and named Harvard College in 1639 in honor of its first benefactor, Puritan clergyman John Harvard, it is the oldest institution of higher learning in the United States. Its influence, wealth, and rankings have made it one of the most prestigious universities in the world.
View Admission GuideApplication Process
- Step 1Check with the Fulbright Commission or US Embassy in your home country for local guidelines.
- Step 2Create an account on the official Fulbright application portal.
- Step 3Complete and submit the application including essays and letters before the national deadline.
- Step 4Participate in in-person or online interviews if shortlisted.