- Travel Policy
- All International Institute Funding
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- Boren Awards for International Study
- Critical Language Scholarship (CLS)
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program
- Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program
- Fulbright UK Summer Institutes
- International Institute Conference Travel Grants
- Foreign Language and Area Studies Fellowship (CANCELED)
- Fulbright-Hays Faculty Research Abroad (FRA) Fellowships (CANCELED)
- US/ED Fulbright-Hays Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad (DDRA) Fellowships (CANCELED)
The Institute of International Education (IIE), on behalf of the U.S. State Department, administers the Fulbright U.S. Student Program, which offers research, study, and teaching opportunities in over 140 countries to recent graduates and graduate students. This competition is administered on campus by the International Institute.
In 2025-2026, the University of Michigan was a "top producer" of finalists for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program.
Canvas Site
Join the Fulbright Resources Canvas page for complete information.
Log in using your U-M username and password to stay updated on the application process. Potential applicants should review this page and watch a virtual info session before making an advising appointment.
Advising
Those interested in applying are encouraged to attend a virtual campus information session prior to meeting with an advisor.
Scheduled advising takes place January through the end of August. Appointments are available by phone, or via video conference. Appointments are scheduled by grant type - Study/Research, ETA, & Arts - but general appointments are also available.
To schedule an appointment, please visit the advising calendar and select an open day/time.
Application Deadlines
Competition Launch:
March 31, 2026
Award descriptions will go live on the website on this date.
National Deadline
October 6, 2026 at 5pm ET
Eligibility Criteria
Enrolled students are required to apply through U-M. Recent alumni (those who last attended no more than 3 years ago) may also apply through U-M.
- U.S. citizen or national at time of application
- Conferred bachelor's degree by the start of the grant
- Demonstrate language skills necessary to complete the proposed project
*Additional eligibility may apply.
Application Submission
Application components include:
- Completed IIE Online Application
- Statement of Grant Purpose
- Affiliation Letter(s) (not for ETA applicants)
- Short Answers: Fulfilling the Fulbright Mission
- Foreign Language Evaluation
- References (3)
- Transcripts
- Campus interview & endorsement (must apply by U-M application deadline to receive an interview)
NOTE: Additional supplementary materials are required for applicants in the creative and performing arts. Please speak with an advisor about the requirements.
Website: us.fulbrightonline.org | Contact email: iifellowships@umich.edu
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