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Fulbright Foreign Student Program
Graduate study in the United States for outstanding students and young professionals. Amideast administers Fulbright applications in several countries across the Middle East and North Africa.
Announcement
Fulbright applications are country-specific. Each country page lists its own eligibility, recruitment status, application route and contacts.
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Program overview
The Fulbright Program is the flagship international academic exchange program sponsored by the United States Government. The Fulbright Foreign Student Program is a program of the U.S. Department of State, funded by the U.S. Government, and administered by Amideast in the Middle East and North Africa region. The Fulbright Foreign Student Program supports graduate students, early career professionals, and researchers from abroad to research and study at U.S. universities for one year or longer. Participants are selected through an open, merit-based competition based on leadership potential, academic excellence, and the ability to adjust to life in the United States. Participants become part of a global network of Fulbright participants and alumni.
For over five decades, Amideast has placed students from across the MENA region into universities throughout the United States, provided support and assistance to students on the program and worked with alumni.
- Graduate study or research at a U.S. institution
- Professional connections in your field
- Academic and cultural exchange
- A lifelong Fulbright alumni network
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Eligibility
Use this checklist as a starting point, then review the guidance for your country.
To see country-specific eligibility, choose your country.
A qualifying bachelor's degree
A strong academic record
English readiness, or an applicable English preparation pathway
Commitment to return home after the program
Country guidance
West Bank
Applications open (preview)The West Bank cycle is closed. 2026 information sessions and interviews have passed.
Two years' work experience after graduation.
Amideast West Bank
Timeline: Applications close December 25, 2026. (Preview-only demonstration date)
Local eligibility
- Palestinian resident of the West Bank or Jerusalem, with passport eligibility
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Strong academics and English
- Not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Residency through selection, prior-U.S.-residence limits, staff/family exclusions and a return-home requirement apply
- Distinct Jerusalem and West Bank residence and travel-document rules.
Work experience
- Two years' work experience after graduation (required)
Documents
- Transcripts and translations
- Language scores, if available
- CV
- Three recommendations
- Personal statement and study/research objectives
- Passport, if available
Interviews
- Last cycle: Location to be confirmed, July 2026. Dates for the next cycle will be announced.
Local resources
- Local advising
- Application workshops
Step by step
How to apply
General process. Application links, forms and timing come from your country panel.
Step 1
Select your country
Review its eligibility and recruitment status.
Step 2
Check documents
Confirm required documents and any local instructions.
Step 3
Apply
Use the verified application destination when applications are open.
Step 4
Interview & selection
Follow your country's interview and selection instructions.
Common document checklist
Exact requirements and exceptions are listed in your country details.
- Academic records
- CV
- Recommendations
- Personal statement
- Study / research objectives
- Identity documentation
- English testing information
Original work, AI use, exclusions, submission rules and post-award obligations.
Prepare
Fulbright resources
For applicants
For advisors
Advisor Resources
Resources for advisors who answer questions and help guide Fulbright participants during the recruitment, application and placement process. Access is password protected.
For Participants
Participant Resources
Resources for Fulbright participants before departure, on arrival and during their time in the United States. Access is password protected.
These are existing resources. No new documents are created for this prototype.
Alumni
Connect with Amideast Fulbright Alumni
If you are interested in receiving updates and alumni grant announcements, make sure we have your current contact information. Email updates to: fulbrightmena.alumnigrants@amideast.org
Alumni Information
Help
Frequently asked questions
Citizens of participating countries who hold a bachelor's degree and meet the English-language and academic requirements. Country-specific rules are on each country page.
Get in touch
Country Fulbright contact
Select a country for local contact
- Each country page lists its local office and contacts.
Fulbright inquiry
Alumni community
Stay connected after your program
Join the Amideast alumni community to hear about learning opportunities, events, and stories from fellow participants.