Fulbright HUB

The information provided below and the pages linked are current as of June 1st, 2025. Please check the individual granting sources for more information and updates.

Fulbright offers a range of programs to help U.S. students and faculty to achieve their academic and professional goals while fostering international exchange and collaboration. Program participants pursue a variety of opportunities abroad. Click on the links below to learn more about each program and view deadlines.

The Fulbright English Teaching Assistant (ETA) Program places U.S. citizens in classrooms abroad to assist local English teachers and engage with the host community. ETAs serve as cultural ambassadors, fostering mutual understanding between the United States and the host country.

Fellowship Start Date: Fall 2026

Campus Deadline: August, 31st 2025.

National Deadline: Tuesday October 7, 2025 at 5 pm Eastern Time.

Learn More: Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Award

The Fulbright Study/Research Award provides opportunities for students who are U.S. citizens to conduct independent research, pursue graduate study, or engage in creative projects abroad. Fulbright Study/Research awards vary in length ranging from 6-12 months.

Fellowship Start Date: Fall 2026 onwards

Campus Deadline: August, 31st 2025.

National Deadline: Tuesday October 7, 2025 at 5 pm Eastern Time.

Learn More: Fulbright Study/Research Award

The Fulbright-MITACS Globalink program offers undergraduate students who are U.S. citizens the chance to participate in advanced research projects in Canada during the summer. Alongside their academic research, students will be provided with extensive opportunities for cultural, social, and recreational experiences. 

National Deadline: Late-September 2025, applications open August 2025.

Learn More: Fulbright-MITACS Globalink

The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program offers over 400 awards in more than 135 countries for U.S. citizens to teach, conduct research and carry out professional projects around the world.  College and university faculty, as well as artists and professionals from a wide range of fields can join over 400,000 Fulbrighters who have come away with enhanced skills, new connections, and greater mutual understanding.

Application Deadline: September 15, 2025

Grant Details Finalized by June 2026

Learn More: Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program

The Fulbright Specialist Program is a unique opportunity for U.S. academics and established professionals to engage in two- to six-week, project-based exchanges at host institutions across the globe.

Multiple Deadlines Throughout the Year: January 2025 – November 2025

Learn More: Fulbright Specialist Program

For a comprehensive list of all available Fulbright programs including those for non-U.S. citizens please click here.

The Office of Major Scholarships works primarily with domestic students to support Fulbright U.S. Student Award applications. Faculty can reach out to UMaine Office of Research Development for support on their applications (research@maine.edu). The Office of Major Scholarships (nives.dalbowheeler@maine.edu) is also available to share information on campus and system resources for faculty interested in these opportunities.