The United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP) has opened applications for the 2027 Fulbright Student Program.
Established in 1950 by the governments of the United States and Pakistan, the USEFP has facilitated exchange programs for more than 9,000 Pakistanis and nearly 1,000 Americans. The Fulbright scholarship covers graduate study in the US, including tuition, living expenses, insurance, and air travel.
The USEFP said the program considers a broad definition of merit, including grades, test scores, leadership potential and commitment to contributing to the development of Pakistan.
The scholarship is jointly funded by the governments of the United States and Pakistan.
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The Fulbright Program is open to all fields of study, and particularly encourages applicants in science, technology, artificial intelligence, business, economics, and natural resource management. Clinical medicine is excluded, but non-clinical public health applications are accepted.
The application portal is open at www.usefp.org. The deadline for submitting proposals is April 1, 2026.
Heidi Smith, Director of Public Engagement at the US Embassy in Islamabad, said: “The Fulbright Program is one of the longest-running exchange programs in the United States. Through it, we are investing in Pakistan’s next generation of leaders, entrepreneurs and changemakers. Pakistani Fulbright graduates are transforming their communities and addressing critical challenges.”
He added: “Cultural exchanges and educational partnerships are important because they can enhance shared prosperity, especially as the United States celebrates the 250th anniversary of its independence.”
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Since 2005, more than 3,000 Pakistani students have received Fulbright scholarships to pursue graduate studies in the United States. Graduates continue to collaborate with American research institutions, companies and technology centers, showcasing American technological expertise and strengthening the partnership between the United States and Pakistan.
USEFP CEO Dr. Peter Moran urged students across Pakistan to apply for the exchange programme.
“The Fulbright Program in Pakistan has enabled thousands of students to study at American institutions known for their academic excellence and research opportunities,” he said. “For 75 years, USEFP has nurtured Pakistani talent and facilitated American connections, fostering partnerships that address global challenges and promote prosperity for both nations.”
