Fulbright:


A Global Network of Changemakers

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The Fulbright Program awards approximately 9,000 merit-based scholarships in the United States and more than 160 countries every year to accomplished students, scholars, teachers, artists, and professionals of all backgrounds and fields. Fulbrighters study, teach, conduct research, exchange ideas, and contribute to finding solutions to complex global challenges.

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Jiraporn Inthasan
Jiraporn Inthasan
Thailand to U.S., 2019

About

The Fulbright Program is the flagship international academic exchange program sponsored by the United States Government. Fulbright was founded in 1946 with an ambitious goal—to increase mutual understanding and support friendly and peaceful relations between the people of the United States and the people of other countries. Led by the U.S. Government in partnership with more than 160 countries worldwide, Fulbright offers an expansive suite of life-changing international academic and cultural exchange opportunities. Learn more about the Fulbright’s administration, funding, policies, and history.

Ramy Kheir, 2019 Foreign Student
Ramy Kheir
Egypt to U.S., 2019
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Fulbright certainly embodies this philosophy of doing interesting and important and impactful work, but also making sure that you share that work with other people.

Kevin McLean
U.S. to Malaysia and Ecuador, 2016
Alums

Fulbright Alumni: Lasting Legacies

More than 400,000 Fulbrighters have made an impact on their communities and the world. This month we are sharing Fulbrighters who have been recognized for their contributions to arts and culture in 2024.

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