Are you an outstanding Egyptian graduate with a Bachelor’s degree and a vision to contribute to Egypt’s development through advanced U.S. studies? The Fulbright Egyptian Student Program 2026-2027 is now open! Established in 1949 as the oldest Fulbright program in the Arab world, this fully funded initiative supports Master’s degrees at top U.S. universities in all fields (except clinical medicine), covering tuition, stipend, health insurance, travel, and allowances. Aimed at fostering U.S.-Egypt bilateral ties, it selects 20–30 scholars annually for 2-year programs. Don’t miss your chance to join 3,000+ Egyptian alumni AND applications open February 2026, deadline May 31, 2026!

Overview of Fulbright Egyptian Student Program 2026-2027

• Host Institutions: U.S. universities
• Funded By: Binational Fulbright Commission in Egypt (U.S. State Department & Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
• Country: United States
• Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
• Eligible Nationalities: Egyptian citizens
• Study Level: Master’s
• Number of Awards: 20–30 annually
• Program Duration: 2 years
• Application Deadline: May 31, 2026 (opens February 2026)

The Fulbright Egyptian Student Program 2026-2027 promotes mutual understanding, prioritizing applicants residing in Egypt with no prior significant U.S. experience.

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Available Programs

All fields eligible except clinical studies or patient contact:

• Agricultural & Rural Development
• Communications/Journalism
• Economic Development
• Educational Administration, Planning & Policy
• Finance & Banking
• Higher Education Administration
• Human Resource Management
• Law & Human Rights
• Natural Resources, Environmental Policy & Climate Change
• Public Policy Analysis & Public Administration
• Public Health Policy & Management
• Substance Abuse Education, Treatment & Prevention
• Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
• Technology Policy & Management
• Urban & Regional Planning

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Scholarship Benefits

The Fulbright Egyptian Student Program 2026-2027 covers:

• Full university tuition
• Monthly stipend
• Health benefits coverage
• Travel allowance (round-trip airfare)
• Other allowances (books, settling-in)

Eligibility Criteria for Fulbright Egyptian Student Program 2026

To qualify:

• Egyptian citizenship (no U.S. green card/passport)
• Reside in Egypt throughout process
• Bachelor’s degree: “Good” (humanities/social sciences) or “Very Good” (sciences)
• English proficiency: TOEFL ITP 550+, iBT 80+, IELTS 6.5+, or Egyptian university test 450+
• No prior significant U.S./overseas experience
• Commitment to return to Egypt post-study

Required Documents

• Online application form
• Copies of certificates/transcripts (English)
• 3 recommendation letters
• English proficiency test score
• Scanned National ID

Application Timeline for Fulbright Egyptian Student Program 2026

• Opens: February 2026
• Deadline: May 31, 2026
• Review: June–July 2026
• Interviews: August 2026
• Results: September 2026
• Start: September 2026 (or January 2027 if English needed)

How to Apply for Fulbright Egyptian Student Program 2026

1. Create Account: Fulbright Egypt Portal.
2. Online Application: Fill form, upload transcripts, recommendations, English score, ID.
3. Submit: By May 31.
4. Review: Commission assesses.
5. Interview: Shortlisted.
6. Placement: U.S. university match.

Why Choose the Fulbright Egyptian Student Program?

• Fully funded at top U.S. universities
• Builds U.S.-Egypt bridges
• 3,000+ Egyptian alumni network
• Return focus: Egypt development
• Montreal/Toronto hubs: Diverse experiences

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Tips for a Successful Fulbright Egyptian Student Program Application

• English Score: TOEFL/IELTS early
• Recommendations: Academic/professional
• Essays: Impact on Egypt
• Reside Egypt: Confirm throughout
• May 31: Final deadline

Conclusion

The Fulbright Egyptian Student Program 2026-2027 empowers 20–30 Master’s scholars with full funding in the USA. Advance Egypt’s future and apply by May 31, 2026!

Fulbright Egypt Official Website for applications.