Call for application for the Fulbright Foreign Student Program 2026-2027 !!!
U.S. Embassy Dhaka is pleased to announce a call for applications for the 2026-2027 Fulbright Foreign Student Program. The Fulbright Foreign Student Program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and is administered by the Institute of International Education (IIE).
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The Fulbright Foreign Student Program provides scholarships for talented young professionals to pursue a master’s degree in the United States. Preferred candidates include junior faculty members currently working at higher education institutions in Bangladesh, and junior to mid-level employees at research organizations, think tanks, and NGOs across the public and private sectors. The Embassy welcomes applications from young academics and professionals of all disciplines with a special focus on American studies, energy, security, migration, business, economics, international relations, public administration, public policy, education, biological and physical sciences, social sciences, and humanities.
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- American Studies: American History / American Literature / American Politics and Political Thought
- Energy Studies: Energy Management / Energy Engineering
- Security Studies: Military Strategy / Cyber Security
- Migration Studies: Illegal Migration / Border Security / Migration Management / Repatriation and Reintegration
- Business: MBA in Human Resource Management / International Business / Operations Management / Healthcare Administration
- Economics: International Economics / Trade and Finance / Economic Policy / Environmental Economics / Natural Resources Economics
- Social Sciences: International Relations / Public Administration / Public Policy / Political Science
- Biological and Physical Sciences: Biology / Chemistry / Physics / Pharmacy
- Education: All aspects of Higher Education Administration / Education Policy, Planning and Management / Curriculum and Instruction / TESOL
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United StatesBenefits
- Full Tuition Coverage – Your university tuition fees in the U.S. are completely covered.
- Living Stipend – Monthly allowance to help with accommodation, meals, and daily expenses.
- Round-Trip Airfare – International travel from Zambia to the U.S. and back is fully funded.
- Books & Supplies Allowance – Support for academic books, research materials, and more.
- Health Insurance – Basic medical coverage for the duration of your program.
- Cultural & Professional Enrichment – Invitations to events, seminars, and networking opportunities across the U.S.
- Global Alumni Network – Join a prestigious network of Fulbright alumni who are leaders and changemakers around the world.
Eligibilities
Eligibility Requirements:
- Have at least a four-year bachelor’s degree, with an outstanding academic record from an accredited public or private university in Bangladesh.
- Not have a degree from a U.S. college/university or be enrolled in a current degree program in the United States.
- Not hold a master’s degree from any foreign country (those holding Bangladeshi master’s degrees are eligible).
- Have at least two years of full-time professional experience relevant to the proposed field of study.
- Be fluent in English with a minimum iBT TOEFL score of 90 / IELTS 7.0.
- Be a Bangladeshi citizen residing in Bangladesh at the time of application.
- Submit a complete online application according to program guidelines.
Application Process
Application Package
- A completed online application.
- Academic transcripts and certificates from each post-secondary institution attended (bachelor’s and master’s).
- Three recommendation letters submitted and uploaded by the referees onto the online application portal (prospective candidates must register their referees through the “Recommender Registration” button on the online application site).
- Academic records information form (available on the online application site).
- Valid TOEFL / IELTS score.
- Valid GRE or GMAT Score (if available).
Application Deadline: May 17, 2025 (17 Days Remaining)
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