The United States Education 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, USEFP has facilitated exchange programs for more than 9,000 Pakistanis and nearly 1,000 Americans. The Fulbright Scholarship covers graduate study in the United States, including tuition, living expenses, insurance and air travel.
USEFP said the program takes into account a broad definition of merit, including grades, test scores, leadership potential and commitment to contributing to Pakistan’s development.
The scholarship is jointly funded by the US and Pakistani governments.
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The Fulbright program is open to all fields of study, particularly encouraging applicants in the fields of science, technology, AI, business, economics and natural resource management. Clinical medicine is excluded, but non-clinical applications in public health are accepted.
The application portal is open at www.usefp.org. The submission deadline is April 1, 2026.
Heidi Smith, Director of Public Engagement at the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad, said: “The Fulbright Program is one of the most enduring exchange programs in the United States. Through it, we are investing in Pakistan’s next generation of leaders, entrepreneurs and change-makers. Pakistani Fulbright graduates are transforming their communities and tackling critical challenges.”
She 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 higher education in the United States. Graduates continue to collaborate with U.S. research institutions, companies, and technology hubs, showcasing U.S. technology expertise and strengthening the U.S.-Pakistan partnership.
USEFP Executive Director Dr. Peter Moran urged students from across Pakistan to apply for the exchange program.
“The Fulbright Program in Pakistan has enabled thousands of students to study at U.S. institutions renowned for their academic excellence and research opportunities,” she said. “For 75 years, USEFP has developed Pakistani talent and facilitated relations with Americans, fostering partnerships that address global challenges and promote prosperity for both nations.
