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Fulbright Degree Program (Master's and PhD)

U.S. Government, administered by USEFP (United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan) · Checked

Fulbright is the U.S. government's flagship exchange scholarship, and through USEFP it funds master's and PhD study at universities across the United States. The last call closed on 1 April 2026 and the next one has not been announced yet.

Deadline: closed on 1 April 2026. Closed for the current cycle; the last deadline was 1 April 2026. USEFP has not yet announced dates for the next call.
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FundingFully funded
LevelMaster's, PhD
Study inUnited States
SubjectsAll disciplines except clinical medicine

What it covers

  • Tuition
  • Required textbooks
  • Airfare
  • Living stipend
  • Health insurance

Who can apply

  • Pakistani citizens living in Pakistan throughout the process and committed to returning to serve Pakistan.
  • Master's: a four-year bachelor's degree, or bachelor's plus master's totalling 16 years of education. MBA and Public Policy/Administration applicants need 2 years of relevant work experience.
  • PhD: a master's/MPhil (18 years of education). Experience in teaching, research or the public sector is highly desirable.
  • GRE General is required, with at least 145 in each section. Selected candidates take the TOEFL.
  • Not eligible: dual U.S./Pakistani nationals, anyone already studying in the U.S. or on a work/residence/student visa in any country, and anyone who has already had a Fulbright award.
  • Winners sign a return-service contract; PhD winners also sign an HEC bond.

How to apply

  1. Take the GRE General test and send your official scores.
  2. Complete the online application on the USEFP website.
  3. Arrange three reference letters.
  4. Upload transcripts, with an explanation of the grading scale.
  5. Submit before the deadline. Paper applications are not accepted.
  6. Shortlisted candidates are interviewed. Results are announced around mid-September.
  7. Selected candidates then go through university placement with IIE.

Documents you usually need

  • Online application form
  • Three reference letters
  • GRE score report
  • Scanned transcripts with grading-scale explanation (HEC-attested preferred)
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