Fulbright Foreign Student Program: Scholarship for African Students

The Fulbright Foreign Student Program enables graduate students, young professionals and artists to study and conduct research in the United States.

Unverified — Proceed with Caution  3.5/10
⚠️ This scholarship has not been fully verified by Scholar.Africa. We recommend verifying independently before applying or submitting any personal information. About our verification.
🔎 Verification Details — Score: 3.5/10  (click to expand)
URL Liveness — HTTP 200 for URL: https://foreign.fulbrightonline.org/
URL Liveness — HTTP 200 for URL: https://foreign.fulbrightonline.org/
URL Liveness — HTTP 200 for URL: https://foreign.fulbrightonline.org/

Last verification: 2026-04-18 20:57:27 — About our verification program

Quick Facts — Fulbright Foreign Student Program

Host CountryUnited States
Academic LevelPostgraduate Masters,postgraduate Phd
Funding TypeFull Ride
Application DeadlineOctober 15, 2026

Who Is Eligible for Fulbright Foreign Student Program?

This scholarship is open to students from: Cameroon, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda.

Applicants must be studying at the Postgraduate Masters,postgraduate Phd level.

Eligible Fields of Study

Fulbright Foreign Student Program accepts applicants in the following fields: Business Administration, Computer Science, Development Studies, Economics, Education, Environmental Science, International Relations, Law, Medicine, Public Health.

How to Apply for Fulbright Foreign Student Program

  1. Review the eligibility requirements above to confirm you qualify.
  2. Prepare your documents including academic transcripts, recommendation letters, and personal statement.
  3. Submit your application before October 15, 2026 via the official website.
  4. Track your application status on Scholar Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for Fulbright Foreign Student Program?

Fulbright Foreign Student Program is open to students from Cameroon, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda studying at the Postgraduate Masters,postgraduate Phd level.

What does Fulbright Foreign Student Program cover?

This full ride scholarship covers tuition and may include additional benefits such as living expenses and travel costs.

When is the deadline for Fulbright Foreign Student Program?

The application deadline is October 15, 2026. Apply early as some components may take time to prepare.

How do I apply for Fulbright Foreign Student Program from Africa?

Create a free profile on Scholar Africa, find Fulbright Foreign Student Program in your matches, and apply directly through the official provider website.

Scholar Africa may earn commissions when users click certain partner links. This never influences our scholarship listings or matching.  ·  Privacy Policy