Fulbright U.S. Student Program 2025 at University of Chicago

Fulbright is considered the flagship program of the U.S. State Department with a diplomatic mission of cultural exchange through research, teaching, and postgraduate study. It is among the oldest and most prestigious of the major national fellowships available to college students, recent graduates, and alumni.

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program is also the largest and most competitive exchange program for U.S. citizens and sponsors 9- to 11-month experiences abroad. Grants may cover tuition, fees, travel, and a stipend. Applicants in all fields are welcome. Fulbright awards approximately 2,100 grants to U.S. students annually and operates in more than 140 countries worldwide.

• Table of Content
• About University of Chicago
• Fulbright U.S. Student Program
• Aim and Benefits of Fulbright U.S. Student Program
• Requirements for Fulbright U.S. Student Program Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About University of Chicago

The University of Chicago (U of C, Chicago, or UChicago) is a private research university in Chicago, Illinois. It is one of the world's leading and most influential institutions of higher learning, with top-ten positions in numerous rankings and measures. The university, established in 1890, is composed of the College, various graduate programs, and interdisciplinary committees organized into five academic research divisions and seven professional schools. Beyond the arts and sciences, Chicago is also well known for its professional schools, which include the Pritzker School of Medicin... continue reading

Fulbright U.S. Student Program

Aim and Benefits of Fulbright U.S. Student Program

Grants may cover tuition, fees, travel, and a stipend.

Requirements for Fulbright U.S. Student Program Qualification

• Candidates must have completed a bachelor's degree by the start of the grant period; therefore, applications for Fulbright grants may only be submitted by fourth-year students (who will graduate before the start of the grant period) or recent graduates.
• Applicants must be citizens or nationals of the United States of America at the time of application (October 7, 2025)
• Please consult the Eligibility page on the Fulbright website for more information.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit University of Chicago Scholarship webpage