The Fulbright US Student Program is a prestigious 75+ year program established by the US Department of State’s Bureau of Education and Cultural Affairs to offer cross-cultural opportunities for scholarship and learning. In more than 140 countries world-wide, graduated college seniors, graduate students, and young professionals can teach English, study a further degree, or conduct research. The goal of the Fulbright program is that participants share their culture with the host school and community through daily work, life, and academic pursuit. Community engagement allows both the US participant and host location to benefit from each other’s presence.
Who can apply?
- Applicants must be US citizens or nationals. Dual citizenship may or may not be allowed based on the destination.
- Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree before starting the Fulbright placement.
- Applicants must meet the language requirements of the country.
Preference is given to US veterans, those who have not been awarded a Fulbright before, and those who attended university in the US. Having lived outside the US is not a disqualifier, but those returning to the same country for Fulbright are at a disadvantage.
Can I apply if…?
You don’t need a certain GPA to apply, and Fulbright accommodates most accessibility needs. You can still apply if you’ve never traveled before, or if you are in a niche major.
Questions?
Contact the Fulbright Program Advisor, Maggie Leimkuehler, at Margaret.Leimkuehler@cuw.edu with your questions.
