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Fulbright Specialist Program in Japan 2026

Awarded by The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

Conferences & Travel Grants

Funding Type

Partial Funding · Varies

Eligible Courses

Selected subjects offered by the university

Eligible Nationalities

Open to US nationals

Can Be Taken At

The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs

Provider

The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs

Last Verified On

05 Sep 2026 by WeMakeScholars Scholarship Team

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Overview

Fulbright Specialist Program:

A U.S. Department of State program that enables qualified U.S. academics and established professionals to participate in short-term, project-based international exchanges. Successful applicants join the Fulbright Specialist Roster for three years and may be matched with eligible international projects.

Eligibility for Fulbright Specialist Program:

  • The scholarship is for U.S. academics and established professionals.
  • The applicants must meet the program’s eligibility requirements.
  • At least two references must complete the online reference form.
  • The applications are reviewed for eligibility and then by a peer review panel.

Application Process:

  • Create an account through the online application portal.
  • Complete all required sections, including education, employment, essays, CV, languages, preferences, and references.

Value of the scholarship:

  • A variable amount of scholarship is awarded to support a full-time student.
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  • Statement of Purpose (If applicable)

  • Language Test Scores (If applicable)

  • Recommendation Letters (If applicable)

  • Other Supporting Documents (As specified by the scholarship provider)

Note: The exact document requirements vary by scholarship. Always refer to the official application guidelines

FAQs

  • Yes, you can secure an education loan to study abroad at The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. Education loans are of two types — Collateral and non-collateral. Collateral includes either: Immovable property – a house or a flat or land (or) liquid security – an FD, or LIC or shares or bonds. Agricultural lands are not accepted by any bank for education loan.

    Public banks like SBI, BOB offer these types of education loans. There are many NBFCs who offer Non-collateral education loans. Apply for the best education loan to study abroad.
  • The deadline of Fulbright Specialist Program in Japan 2026 is N/A.
  • Fulbright Specialist Program in Japan 2026 is offered to Conferences & Travel Grants degree.
  • Fulbright Specialist Program in Japan 2026 is offered for Selected subjects offered by the university.
  • Fulbright Specialist Program in Japan 2026 is open for: Open to US nationals.
  • Fulbright Specialist Program in Japan 2026 is offered by The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.
  • Fulbright Specialist Program in Japan 2026 covers Partial Funding, Varies.