Fulbright Scholarship 2024-25 in United States (Fully Funded)
Fulbright Scholarship 2024-25 for International Students in the United States:
The **Fulbright Scholarship** for the 2024-25 academic year is now open to applications from **international students** worldwide. This **fully funded scholarship** provides an opportunity to pursue a **Master's** or **PhD** degree in the **United States**. The **Fulbright Scholars Program USA** is offered to students from 150 countries, each with its own application process. To determine your country's specific requirements, please **click here**. All academic disciplines are eligible for both Master's and PhD programs, with the exception of clinical medicine. Funding for the scholarship is provided by the U.S. Department of State. **Consider also applying for the** RIPS Summer Internship Program 2024 in United States (Fully Funded).
The USA Scholarship will cover the following: **Tuition Fee**, **Required Textbooks**, **Airfare**, **a Living Stipend**, and **Health Insurance**. USEFP also assists with the Visa Process. For Fulbright 2023, USEFP hopes to award more than 130 Fulbright scholarships to Pakistani Students.
Fulbright Scholarship 2024-25 Details:
| University: | USA Universities |
| Degree level: | Masters, PhD |
| Scholarship coverage: | Fully Funded |
| Eligible nationality: | Pakistani |
| Award country: | United States |
| Last Date: | 28 February 2023 |
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Financial Benefits:
The Fulbright Scholarship 2024 offers a **fully funded opportunity** for international students to pursue Masters or Doctoral degrees in the United States. This prestigious scholarship covers all expenses related to your studies. Find more details below:
- Full Tuition Fees
- Textbooks
- Airfare Tickets
- A living allowance
- Health Insurance
- Visa Fees
- A Computer and Settling-in allowance.
- Fulbright awards allow recipients to live at the same standard as most American graduate students.
Available Study Fields for Fulbright Master's and PhD Program:
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Eligibility Requirements for the Fulbright Degree Program in the United States:
- To be eligible for the Masters Degree program, applicants must hold a four-year Bachelor’s degree or a combination of a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree, totaling **16 years of formal education** from an accredited university.
- **Recent graduates** are strongly encouraged to apply, with the exception of MBA and Public Policy/Administration applicants, who require 2 years of work experience.
- For the PhD degree program, applicants must possess a **Master’s, M.Phil or comparable degree** (a minimum of 18 years of formal education) from an accredited university.
- Candidates with **work experience** in teaching, research, or the public sector in Pakistan are highly desirable.
- All academic disciplines are eligible for both the Masters and PhD programs, except clinical medicine.
- The Graduate Record Examination (**GRE**) is mandatory for all applicants. Under the new scoring system, a minimum score of 138 in the verbal and 136 in the quantitative sections is required.
- Applicants must demonstrate a high level of fluency in spoken and written English. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) will be required from all selected candidates.
Important: Applicants are required to have taken the GRE test before the application deadline. While TOEFL is not mandatory for application, it may be required for selected candidates.
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Application Deadline:
The deadline for applications for USA Fulbright Scholarships 2024-25 varies by country. For Pakistani Students, the final application deadline is February 28, 2024.
Applying for the Fulbright Scholarship
All applicants are required to submit an online application form and upload all necessary documents as outlined in the application form. The link to the online application and the official website are provided below. These links are specifically for Pakistani students. For applicants from other countries, please check for application links specific to your region.
Official LinkFrequently Asked Questions?
Learn About the Fulbright Program
The Fulbright Program, a flagship initiative of the U.S. Department of State, extends its reach to over 160 countries globally. Notably, Pakistan has consistently held the distinction of hosting the world's largest Fulbright Program since 2005, a testament to the generous funding provided by the U.S. Embassy in Pakistan. Further strengthening this partnership, the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan has joined forces with the Fulbright Program to establish a scholarship initiative. This collaboration will see the allocation of 25 PhD scholarships annually for the next five years, with all awards adhering to the established Fulbright policies and regulations.
What is the number of scholarships that will be awarded?
The United States-Education and Cultural Exchange Program (USEFP) aspires to grant 150 Fulbright scholarships in 2025.
Is a Bachelor's Degree required for application?
To apply for a Master's degree, you must have completed 16 years of education from an accredited university. This can be achieved through a four-year Bachelor's degree or a combination of a two-year Bachelor's degree and a two-year Master's degree. For a PhD degree, you need 18 years of education from an accredited university.
I am interested in pursuing a PhD program. Is it a requirement to have already earned a Master's or M.Phil. degree?
A Master's degree or an M.Phil. is required for admission, which translates to a minimum of 18 years of formal education from an accredited university.
Is it possible to apply for a Master's degree program that directly leads to a PhD?
It is not possible to apply for both a Master's degree and a PhD simultaneously. You can only apply for one degree at a time, either a Master's or a PhD.
What academic disciplines are eligible?
While all disciplines are welcome to apply, we especially encourage applications from individuals working in the fields of energy, water, agriculture, health, education, environment, and climate change.
Am I eligible to apply for an MBA program?
A Bachelor's degree, signifying 16 years of education, qualifies you to apply for an MBA program. While not mandatory, possessing at least two years of relevant work experience in your desired field is strongly recommended for MBA applications.
Do I qualify if I have an MBBS degree?
While you can pursue research-focused fields like Public Health, direct application for clinical medicine or specialization is not possible.
I participated in the Global Undergraduate Semester Exchange (Global UGrad) Program. Am I eligible to apply?
If you meet all other program requirements, you are eligible to apply. Participation in the Global UGrad Program will not impact your application negatively.
I am graduating in 2024. Am I eligible to apply?
To be eligible to apply, please submit the Final Transcript by December 31, 2024.
Do you require work experience?
The answer is no, unless you are applying for Public Policy/Administration or an MBA.
Is it possible for me to switch my academic field?
Indeed, as long as you can effectively showcase sufficient preparation for your new field and articulate your rationale for transitioning.
I hold a Bachelor's degree from a foreign institution. Am I eligible to apply?
I possess both a Bachelor's degree (four years) and a Master's degree. Am I eligible to apply for the Master's scholarship?
While a second degree is possible, you'll need to present a compelling case for its necessity. Applicants who have not yet completed a degree abroad are given priority.
I hold a Master's degree from a university outside the United States. Will this impact my eligibility?
Applicants for the Master's program are prioritized if they have not previously earned a degree outside of their home country. Holding a foreign Master's degree does not affect eligibility for the PhD program. However, applicants with a degree earned in the U.S. within the past five years are ineligible for the Master's program.
I have a disability. Should I apply?
Affirmative. Individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Universities in the United States are well-prepared to support students who have hearing, visual, or mobility impairments.
Is the TOEFL test also required when submitting the application?
TOEFL is not a requirement for the application. However, the Duolingo Test of English will be required from all shortlisted candidates.
I am facing financial challenges in paying for the GRE exam. Could USEFP provide assistance?
Applicants who study or teach at a public university and achieve an overall score of 290 in humanities and social science subjects, or a combined score of 300 in engineering and science subjects, are eligible for GRE cost reimbursement. To request reimbursement, attach a request to your application. A maximum of 30 reimbursement requests will be honored on a first-come, first-served basis. To increase your chances of receiving reimbursement, we recommend submitting your application early.
