Fulbright U.S. Student Program

Funded by the U.S. State Department, Fulbright offers a variety of grants designed to promote American interests abroad through cultural exchange. The Fulbright US Student program has two primary sub-types: (1) ETA (English Teaching Assistant) grants, which place American students in English classrooms around the world, and (2) Study/Research grants, which fund research work across international borders, and (3) a new Summer Institute Program for Freshmen and Sophomores. 

Deadlines

Summer Institute Deadline: February 2, 2026 
Institutional endorsement is not required. 

Hunter College Campus (internal) Deadline: September 3
Final (external) Deadline: October 7
Institutional endorsement is required.

Scholarship Details

While the following details apply to most Fulbright grants, we encourage you to examine the page of the country to which you’d like to apply; many have additional or country-specific details not captured in the below table.

UK Summer InstitutesETA GrantsStudy/Research Grants
Duration3 weeksAcademic yearAcademic year
Grant AmountsRound trip airfare, academic tuition and fees, accommodation, and some mealsLiving and board stipend that ranges based on local cost of living; differs according to country and its municipalitiesLiving and board stipend that ranges based on local cost of living; differs according to country and its municipalities; sometimes includes small research allowance
Annual Award Statistics*New program! Apply now! 25% of applicants (1,189/4,791) receive ETA grants18% of applicants (806/4,520) receive Study/Research grants
EligibilityStrictly US Citizens over 18; only for students with 2 years left of undergraduate study; minimum 3.6 GPA required; very little or no study/travel experience outside of North America.Strictly US Citizens; recent college graduatesStrictly US Citizens; recent college graduates and graduate students

*An average of the last three application cycles for 2017-18, 2018-19, and 2019-20 award years. Since application and award numbers vary dramatically from country to country, we strongly advise applicants to visit and consult the data posted on the Fulbright website.

UK Summer Institute NameHost University Theme / Focus Core Description
Arts, Activism, and Social JusticeUniversity of BristolArts & Social JusticeExplores how arts intersect with activism and social change, situated in Bristol’s vibrant cultural and grassroots scene.
Modern Britain: Institutions, Power, & People King’s College LondonPolitics & Social SciencesExamines how British institutions, power structures, and people have shaped modern Britain; includes interdisciplinary study of sustainability and development.
Film Lancaster UniversityFilm & MediaImmersive film program focusing on formal and technical aspects of cinema — including analysis, screening, and workshops.
Understanding Northern IrelandQueen’s University BelfastCultural & Regional StudiesIntroductory study of the historical, cultural, political, and socio-economic factors that make Northern Ireland unique, with experiential learning and site visits.
Scotland’s History: Kingdom, Nation, People University of St Andrews History & Cultural Studies In-depth exploration of Scottish history, national identity, and heritage across centuries.
Required Application Materials
UK Summer InstitutesETA GrantsStudy/Research Grants
Personal Statement700 words 1-page single-spaced essay1-page single-spaced essay
Affiliation Letter(none required)(none required)From chosen foreign supervisor or PI
Statement of Grant Purpose6 short responses, ranging from 150-300 words, are required instead of an SOGP1-page single-spaced essay2-page single-spaced essay
Foreign Language Form*(none required)Language preparation requirements vary by country and grant subtypeLanguage preparation requirements vary by country and grant subtype
Recommendations1 letter from a recent professor, academic instructor or advisor 3 letters3 letters
Portfolio of Past Work(none required)(none required)For Creative and Performing Arts Study/Research grants (e.g., 10 pages of fiction for creative writers; 15-20 images for photographers; video samples for dancers)
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