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Grants for Egyptians

Fulbright Egypt funds Egyptians to study, teach and conduct research in the United States across three tracks — student grants, scholar grants and professional programs — building a lifelong network of agents of change.

Three pathways to the United States

Find the grant that fits your stage

Whether you are completing a master's, pursuing a doctorate, leading research, or advancing your profession, there is a Fulbright track designed for you. Every grant is fully funded and open to Egyptian citizens residing in Egypt.

See a sample program in detail

8,000+
Fulbrighters exchanged
13+
Programs for Egyptians
1949
Funding Egyptians since
100%
Fully funded grants
Track 01

Student Grants

For graduate students, doctoral candidates and early-career teachers seeking to study or research in the U.S.

Master's Degree

Pursue a full graduate degree at a U.S. university with comprehensive funding across tuition, travel and living expenses.

Program details

PhD Joint Supervision

Spend part of your Egyptian doctorate at a U.S. institution under joint academic supervision and mentorship.

Program details

Visiting Student Researcher

Conduct focused, non-degree research at a U.S. host institution to advance your dissertation or project.

Program details

Applied, Fine & Performing Arts

For artists and practitioners pursuing study or training in the applied, fine and performing arts.

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Islamic Studies

Advance scholarship in Islamic studies through graduate study and research at U.S. universities.

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Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA)

Teach Arabic, take courses and share Egyptian culture for one academic year at a U.S. college.

Program details
Track 02

Scholar Grants

For university faculty and established researchers conducting advanced work in the United States.

Research Grant

Conduct independent advanced research at a U.S. institution in your field of academic specialization.

Program details

Arts Management, Museum & Heritage Studies

Build expertise in cultural management, museum practice and heritage preservation in the U.S.

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Scholar-in-Residence

Teach and collaborate as a visiting scholar embedded within a U.S. host university community.

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Track 03

Professional Programs

For mid-career professionals and institutional leaders ready to grow their impact at home.

Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship

A year of non-degree academic study and professional development for accomplished mid-career professionals.

Program details

Community College Initiative

Develop technical and professional skills through study at U.S. community colleges.

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Community College Administrator Program

For administrators seeking to strengthen leadership and institutional management practice.

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MBA for University & Research Center Leadership

An MBA pathway for leaders of Egyptian universities and research centers.

Program details
The process

How to apply

Four straightforward steps from discovering your program to your selection interview.

01

Choose your program

Match your degree level, field and career stage to the right Fulbright track above.

02

Attend an info session

Join a live Q&A to understand eligibility, timelines and what reviewers look for.

03

Prepare your application

Gather transcripts, recommendation letters, your CV and required English test scores.

04

Submit & interview

Submit online by the deadline; shortlisted applicants are invited to a personal interview.

Now accepting applications

Several programs are open for AY2027–2028

Attend an upcoming info session to ask your questions live and start your application with confidence.

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