Fulbright Study Grant USA 2027/28 (Scholarship)
General Information
The Fulbright Study Grant enables German students to undertake a funded study period in the United States at Master’s level. The program is administered by Fulbright Germany and supports academically strong and highly engaged students for a full-time study stay at a U.S. higher education institution.
The study period begins in August/September 2027, must be completed full-time and in person in the United States, and must last at least four months.
Target Group
The program is aimed at:
- high-achieving and motivated students
- students interested in a Master’s-level study stay in the USA
- applicants from all academic disciplines (depending on U.S. university offerings)
- individuals with strong academic performance and civic engagement
Application Deadline
1 September 2026, 13:59 (CEST)
Scholarship Benefits
The Fulbright Study Grant provides comprehensive financial and non-financial support for the study period in the United States. This includes in particular:
- financial support for the study stay at a U.S. university
- organizational and academic guidance through the Fulbright network
- access to the international alumni and networking program
(Specific funding components may vary by program year and are detailed in the official call for applications.)
Study Location
Funded study stays take place at U.S. universities participating in the Fulbright network.
Save the Dates – Online Information Sessions
Q&A Session on the Scholarship
Everything you need to know about the application, selection process, and funding details
- Date: Monday, 06 July 2026
- Time: 12:00 – 13:30 (CEST)
- Registration
Info Session with U.S. Network Universities
Introduction to Fulbright partner universities and insights into study opportunities in the USA
- Date: Tuesday, 07 July 2026
- Time: 16:00 – 18:00 (CEST)
- Registration
Further Information
Official program information and call for applications:
Fulbright Study Grant (University & Universities of Applied Sciences)