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Closed on Jun 29, 2026

FY 2027 Fulbright Specialist Program

Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs · Opportunity number DFOP0018215

Details summarized from the official notice as of Jun 28, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of Jun 29, 2026. It is kept here for reference. See the related open opportunities below, or check the official listing in case the agency posts a new cycle.

Key facts

Opportunity numberDFOP0018215
AgencyBureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs
Department of State
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)19.401
PostedApr 29, 2026
DeadlineJun 29, 2026
Award ceiling$4,600,000
Award floor$4,600,000
Expected number of awards1
Cost sharing or matching requiredNo
Funding typeCooperative agreement
CategoryOther
Last updated hereJun 28, 2026

Summary from the notice

The Fulbright Specialist Program will select approximately 400 American academics and professionals to countries worldwide for two-to-six week programming in FY 2027. Fulbright Specialists share their expertise, build and strengthen professional networks, and gain international experience through projects that support U.S. foreign policy priorities and strengthen institutional ties in education, innovation, and trade.

 

Specialist projects are requested by U.S. embassies and Fulbright Commissions abroad, in coordination with foreign institutions such as universities, teacher-training centers, cultural institutions, and government ministries. Specialists may include attorneys, business leaders, economists, etc., and they develop curricula, design or deliver symposia, conduct needs assessments, and consult on faculty or workforce needs.


Please see the Notice of Funding Opportunity for additional information.

Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

  • Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
  • Private colleges and universities
  • Others named in the notice (see the eligibility text)
  • Public and state colleges and universities

Who should take a closer look

  • Nonprofits
  • Colleges and universities

Not listed as eligible

  • Small businesses
  • State governments
  • Local governments
  • Tribal governments and organizations
  • Larger for-profit companies
  • Individuals

Unless the eligibility text in the notice names you, this opportunity is probably not for you.

Eligibility details from the notice

Please see full announcement.

Registrations you will likely need

Most applications submitted through Grants.gov need the following. Registration can take several weeks, so start early. The notice lists the exact requirements.

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