Fulbright and the STEM Fields

A number of programs and grants are available to applicants in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. Visit the participating country pages for further information about specific opportunities and eligibility requirements.

International Fulbright Science and Technology Award

The International Fulbright Science and Technology Award, a component of the Fulbright Foreign Student Program, is for doctoral study at prestigious U.S. institutions in science, technology, or engineering. Up to 40 outstanding foreign students are selected each year.

Fulbright Canada Science, Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) Award

The Fulbright Canada STEM Award offers U.S. students support for three years of doctoral study at one of six leading Canadian research universities (McGill University, Université de Montéal, University of Alberta, University of British Columbia, University of Toronto, and University of Waterloo) in both basic and applied fields of science, engineering and mathematics.

Fulbright Specialist Program

The Fulbright Specialist Program, which provides grants for U.S. faculty members and professionals to engage in short-term collaborative projects with higher education institutions in over 100 countries, is seeking applicants in the disciplines of agriculture, computer science and information technology, and environmental science. U.S. faculty and professionals apply to join a Roster of Specialists for a five year term. Roster candidates are reviewed by peers in the same discipline, and by the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board.