Partial

Fulbright Specialist Program in Japan 2026

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

Award

Partial

Awards

—

Eligible

India

Deadline

Rolling

Overview

The Fulbright Specialist Program in Japan 2026 is offered by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. It provides partial funding, with the amount varying, to support short-term, project-based international exchanges. The program is open to U.S. academics and established professionals. Eligible applicants must be U.S. nationals and meet the program's eligibility requirements. Successful applicants join the Fulbright Specialist Roster for three years and may be matched with eligible international projects. To apply, create an account through the online application portal and complete all required sections, including education, employment, essays, CV, languages, preferences, and references. At least two references must complete the online reference form.

Eligibility

Open to U.S. academics and established professionals.
Applicants must meet the program’s eligibility requirements.
At least two references must complete the online reference form.
Applications are reviewed for eligibility and then by a peer review panel.

Benefits

A variable amount of scholarship is awarded to support a full-time student.

How to apply

Create an account through the online application portal.
Complete all required sections, including education, employment, essays, CV, languages, preferences, and references.
Ensure at least two references complete the online reference form.

Please note: scholarship values, the number of awards, eligibility and deadlines change from year to year and are indicative here. Always confirm the current details on the official provider or university website before applying, and beware of any third party asking for payment to “secure” a scholarship.

Apply on official site

Official source: https://www.wemakescholars.com/scholarship/fulbright-specialist-program-japan