Fulbright Foreign Student Program Bangladesh

The U.S. The Embassy in Dhaka invites Bangladeshi professionals and academics to apply for the Fulbright Foreign Student Program 2027. It is an academic exchange program funded by the U.S. Department of State and managed by the Institute of International Education (IIE).This competitive scholarship supports graduate-level studies at accredited U.S. universities. The program is to create cross cultural collaboration and leadership development. 

Indeed, it is an excellent opportunity for Bangladeshi students to fulfil their dream of studying in the U.S. The program encourages women to apply for these scholarships. If you are interested, let’s know more about this program to help you with your application process. 

Program Focus
The program prioritizes candidates from diverse professional backgrounds, including:

• Junior faculty members at Bangladeshi universities.
• Early- to mid-career professionals in research institutions, NGOs, think tanks, and public/private sectors.

Benefits of the Program

Fulbright Foreign Student program is a fully funded program that covers:

• Tuition fee
• Living Stipends
• Health Insurance
• Travel expenses
• Pre-departure orientation expense 

Priority Disciplines

Applications are encouraged across all academic fields, with emphasis on:

• American Studies: History, literature, politics.
• Energy & Security: Engineering, cybersecurity, policy.
• Migration Studies: Border management, reintegration strategies.
• Business & Economics: International trade, environmental economics, healthcare administration.
• Social Sciences: Public policy, political science, education leadership.
• STEM Fields: Biology, chemistry, physics, pharmacy.
• Education: Curriculum design, TESOL, higher education administration.

Eligibility Criteria for Fulbright Foreign student program 

Applicants must:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree (4+ years) with outstanding academic performance from a Bangladeshi institution.
• Demonstrate at least two years of full-time professional experience relevant to their proposed field.
• Possess strong English proficiency (minimum TOEFL iBT 90 or IELTS 7.0).
• Be a Bangladeshi citizen residing in Bangladesh during the application process.
  Note: Individuals with prior U.S. degrees or foreign master’s degrees (excluding Bangladeshi institutions) are ineligible.

Also check : Australia Awards for Bangladesh

Required Documents

• Online application form.
• Academic transcripts and diplomas (all post-secondary institutions).
• Three recommendation letters (submitted directly via the online portal).
• Valid TOEFL/IELTS scores; GRE/GMAT scores (optional but encouraged).
• Completed academic records information form.

Key Dates & Submission

• Deadline: May 17, 2025, by 11:59 PM BST.
• Apply Online: Access the application portal at https://apply.iie.org/ffsp2026.
• Guidelines: Detailed instructions are available on the official website.

Contact Information
For inquiries, email dhakausexchanges@state.gov.

Since 1946, the Fulbright Program has empowered future leaders through academic and cultural exchange, promoting mutual understanding between the U.S. and over 160 countries worldwide.

Fulbright Foreign Student Program Bangladesh Official Link

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