Fulbright USA Open Study/Research Awards 2026–2027 | Fully Funded

Fulbright USA Open Study/Research Awards 2026–2027 | Fully Funded Opportunity for American Students

Table of Content

Overview of Fulbright U.S. Student Program
What Are the Fulbright Open Study/Research Awards?
Who Can Apply?
Fields of Study and Special Awards
Program Benefits
Important Dates
Why Choose Fulbright?

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program is now open for applications for the 2026–2027 Open Study/Research Awards, offering an extraordinary opportunity for U.S. students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals to pursue fully funded graduate-level study or research in more than 140 countries around the world.

As one of the most prestigious international exchange initiatives sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, Fulbright empowers individuals to design independent projects, partner with global institutions, and fully immerse themselves in diverse cultures.

What Are the Fulbright Open Study/Research Awards?

The Open Study/Research Award provides U.S. citizens the flexibility to:

Design a unique graduate-level research or study project
Collaborate with foreign universities, research centers, or organizations
Build lasting academic and professional networks
Enhance their cross-cultural skills and global leadership potential

Who Can Apply?

The awards are open to:

Graduating college seniors
Recent bachelor’s degree holders
Current master’s and doctoral students
Early-career professionals

Eligibility Criteria:

Must be a U.S. citizen at the time of application
Must have a bachelor’s degree before the grant begins
Open to candidates from all academic disciplines
Applicants should review country-specific requirements for language proficiency and institutional expectations on the official Fulbright U.S. Student Program website.

Fields of Study and Special Awards

Fulbright welcomes applicants from a wide range of fields, including but not limited to:

Arts & Humanities

France: Harriet Hale Woolley Awards in Music and Visual Arts
UK: LAMDA Classical Acting and Trinity Laban Awards for Music & Dance
Ireland: Master’s in Creative Writing at University College Cork
Netherlands: Research awards in Dutch and Netherlandish Art
Taiwan: Master’s in Creative Industries Design

STEM & Environmental Research

Austria: Marshall Plan Foundation Award in Science and Technology
Chile: Fulbright Science Initiative Research Grants
Iceland: Arctic Studies with National Science Foundation support
Hungary: Mathematics programs at Budapest Semesters
Saudi Arabia: Fully funded STEM graduate programs at KAUST
South Korea: U.S.–Korea STEM Research Initiative
Taiwan: Programs in Global Health, Biodiversity, and Consciousness Studies

Public Policy & Business

Australia: Anne Wexler Scholarship in Public Policy (focus on sustainability and governance)
Mexico: Binational Internship Program combining business and law
Spain: MBA and Master’s programs at IE Business School

Journalism & Media

Germany: Young Professional Journalist Program with hands-on internships and independent media research

Program Benefits

Fulbright scholars receive comprehensive support, including:

Full funding for tuition, research expenses, and living costs
Round-trip airfare to and from the host country
Health insurance during the grant period
Opportunities for cultural and professional engagement within the host community
Access to the prestigious Fulbright alumni network of global scholars, leaders, and changemakers

Important Dates

Application Deadline: Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time

Early preparation is strongly recommended, as successful applications often involve coordinating with host institutions and carefully aligning projects with Fulbright’s mission.

Why Choose Fulbright?

The Fulbright Program is more than a scholarship—it's a transformative journey. It fosters global leadership, cross-cultural dialogue, and lifelong connections. As a Fulbright scholar, you’ll join a powerful network committed to driving positive change worldwide.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Scholarship at Uniplus Global to apply