The German-American Fulbright Commission (Fulbright Germany) promotes cross-border understanding through academic exchange. As the only binational exchange organization in Germany with a focus on the USA, it awards scholarships for study, research, teaching, and Professional Development stays in the USA and Germany.
All information about this program can be found on the Fulbright Commission under Programs for Germans.
Who can apply?
Students with German citizenship who are planning a stay in the USA can apply.
How do I apply?
Information on the application process and deadlines can be found on the Fulbright Commission.
scholarship
Fulbright Germany supports one- to two-semester study stays at Master's level through its scholarship program, which are completed full-time and in person in the USA.
In combination with your application for the Hessian state partnerships, you can also apply for the exclusive Track D for study scholarships (only for Master's students).
Travel grant
Fulbright Germany travel grants cannot be combined with other scholarships if they are awarded for a similar purpose to the travel grant or if they are closed scholarship programs whose benefits include the financing of travel costs (e.g. DAAD individual scholarships, funding within the framework of ISAP, BachelorPlus).
- Application period: November to end of January (for stays in the following academic year)
- Open to Bachelor's and Master's students
- Not open for short-term stays
Summer Institutes (short-term programs)
Fulbright Germany facilitates short-term stays in the USA through various summer study programs.
Please note the special programs for university of applied sciences and dual-study students!
