The German-American Fulbright program supports the promotion of mutual understanding between the two countries at the level of academic and cultural exchange.

Master's students and Bachelor's graduates from universities and art colleges with a German citizenship who would like to study for one to two semesters (max. 9 months) as a graduate student at a US university can apply for a Fulbright Scholarship. The scholarship supports the study stay in the USA with up to $ 31,000. Students can now apply for a Fulbright study scholarship in the U.S. for the 2027–28 academic year. The application deadline is September 1, 2026, at 1:59 p.m. (CEST).

Save the Dates – Online Information Sessions for Interested Applicants

Q&A on Fulbright Scholarship
Everything you need to know about the application, the selection process, and the scope of funding
Date: Monday, 6 July 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CEST
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Information session with our U.S. network universities
Get to know the Fulbright network universities and receive valuable information about the programs offered on campus
Date: Tuesday, 7 July 2026
Time: 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. CEST
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For Fulbright applications to US universities, a TOEFL test is generally required. You should inquire about the respective minimum score in good time with the host university.

For advice and questions about the Fulbright programme, please contact International Student Services