US Fulbright Scholarship 2027 (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for the Fulbright Degree Program 2027 (or the upcoming cycle based on your provided details), the flagship fully funded scholarship of the U.S. government for Pakistani citizens to pursue Master’s or PhD studies at top universities across the United States.

This prestigious program, managed by the United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP), covers all major disciplines except clinical medicine (with special encouragement for fields like Sciences, Technology including AI, Economics, Trade, and Natural Resource Management). It is fully funded, providing comprehensive support including tuition, textbooks, airfare, living stipend, health insurance, and more—no application fee is required.You can check out more Internships, BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details

• Program Name — Fulbright Degree Program (Master’s or PhD)
• Funding Type — Fully funded by the U.S. government (contingent on USEFP budget)
• Target Applicants — Pakistani citizens only
• Eligible Degrees — Master’s (16 years education) or PhD (18 years education)
• Number of Awards — Approximately 100 scholarships targeted per cycle
• Application Fee — None (free to apply; beware of fraudulent agents charging fees)
• Deadline — April 1, 2026
• Required Tests — GRE General (min. 145 Verbal + 145 Quantitative); TOEFL for selected candidates

What This Scholarship Offers

• Full coverage of tuition fees at accredited U.S. universities
• Required textbooks and study materials
• Round-trip international airfare
• A generous living stipend to support comfortable living standards comparable to American graduate students
• Comprehensive health insurance throughout your program
• Visa support and processing assistance from USEFP
• Settling-in allowance and (in some cases) computer allowance
• Access to pre-departure orientation, networking with global Fulbright alumni, and professional development opportunities

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Eligibility Criteria

• Pakistani citizenship with a strong academic history and residence in Pakistan during the entire process
• Commitment to return to Pakistan immediately after the program and serve the country (minimum 2 years, bond for PhD via HEC)
• For Master’s: 4-year Bachelor’s degree OR Bachelor’s + Master’s (16 years total formal education) from an accredited university; recent graduates encouraged (except MBA/Public Policy requiring 2 years relevant work experience)
• For PhD: Master’s, M.Phil., or equivalent (18 years formal education); work experience in teaching/research/public sector highly desirable
• All disciplines eligible except clinical medicine (encouraged: Sciences, Technology/AI, Economics/Trade, Natural Resource Management)
• High English proficiency (TOEFL required post-selection)
• Prepared to undertake the program without dependents if needed (dependents possible with self-funding proof for spouse/children under 21)
• No dual U.S./Pakistan nationality, no close U.S. citizen relatives (spouse/parent/child over 18), no prior Fulbright award, not currently on U.S./other country visa for study/work

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How to Apply

1. Visit the official website register for the online application.
2. Prepare and take the GRE General Test (register at ets.org; aim higher than minimum 145 per section).
3. Gather required documents: scanned transcripts (with grading scale; HEC-attested preferred), three reference letters (referees submit online or via email), GRE score report.
4. Complete the online form, including essays (Statement of Purpose, Study Objectives—avoid AI/plagiarism).
5. Submit everything online before the deadline—no paper applications accepted.
6. Shortlisted candidates attend interviews (June–August); final results around September.
7. If selected: university placement by IIE, visa process, and departure from July onward.

This is an incredible, competitive opportunity—start early, prepare strong essays, and apply confidently! Good luck !

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