Overview: The Fulbright Program is an international educational exchange program that offers opportunities for foreign students and Foreign Language Teaching Assistants (FLTAs) to study, research, and teach in the United States. It aims to promote mutual understanding between the people of the U.S. and other nations through academic and cultural exchange. The program is open to individuals from diverse backgrounds and encourages applications from people with disabilities. It is managed by binational Fulbright Commissions, Foundations, or U.S. Embassies, and applications are processed through these offices.
Fulbright Foreign Student Program
The Fulbright Foreign Student Program provides approximately 4,000 grants each year for foreign students to pursue Master’s or Doctorate degrees at U.S. universities and institutions, as well as conduct research.
In the United States, the Institute of International Education (IIE) as well as AMIDEAST administer the Fulbright Foreign Student Program on behalf of the U.S. Department of State.
Award Benefits include:
- J-1 Visa Sponsorship: Allows the recipient to live and study in the U.S.
- Financial Support: Covers tuition fees, living expenses, and travel costs.
- Health Insurance: A health benefit plan is provided.
- Enrichment Activities: Various cultural and educational activities to enhance the student experience.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Applicants must be residing in the country of nomination at the time of application.
- They must possess the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree and demonstrate a strong academic record.
- Applicants should be fluent in English, with specific TOEFL (550 Paper-Based, 79-80 Internet-Based) or IELTS (6.5) score requirements.
- U.S. citizens or dual citizens are not eligible.
- Additional eligibility criteria vary by country.
Placement Models:
- IIE-Placement: The Institute of International Education (IIE) applies on behalf of candidates to U.S. universities and manages their applications, admission, and funding decisions.
- Self-Placement: Candidates apply directly to U.S. universities and manage their applications themselves, including submitting materials, test scores, and handling fees.
Fields of Study:
- The program excludes clinical fields like Dentistry, Medicine, and Pharmacy, but fields like Public Health are eligible.
Other opportunities:
If you are not eligible to apply to the Fulbright Foreign Student Program, please find other Fulbright opportunities below:
- For U.S. students looking to apply to the Fulbright Program, please visit the Fulbright U.S. Student Program website.
- For U.S. and foreign faculty and professionals looking to apply to the Fulbright Program, please visit the Fulbright Scholar Program website.
Contact info for Bangladeshi students:
Address:
U.S. Embassy Dhaka
Madani Avenue
Baridhara, Dhaka – 1212
