The US Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) has recognized 130 US higher education institutions for their outstanding contributions to the Fulbright US Student and Scholar Programs in the 2024-2025 academic year. These prestigious awards reflect the institutions’ commitment to fostering global engagement and cross-cultural exchange through academic excellence and research opportunities.
The Fulbright Program is one of the largest and most esteemed international exchange programs, offering US students and scholars the chance to study, teach, or conduct research abroad. This year’s recognition highlights institutions from a variety of classifications across the country, acknowledging both well-established universities and emerging colleges for their impact on American communities and the global stage.
Top-producing institutions for Fulbright US Scholars and Students
The Fulbright Top Producing Institutions are categorized by Carnegie Classification, showcasing the diversity of institutions involved in the program. Some universities have earned distinction for producing the highest number of Fulbright US Scholars, who are faculty, researchers, and professionals teaching or researching abroad. Among the top performers in this category are Ohio State University, leading the Doctoral institutions with a significant number of Fulbright US Scholars, and Pratt Institute, which holds the same honor in Special Focus categories.
Similarly, several institutions have been recognized for their success in producing Fulbright US Students. These students are recent graduates or early-career professionals participating in research, study, or teaching abroad. Brown University (Rhode Island) and Oberlin College (Ohio) were among the highest-performing institutions in the US Student category.
The following statistics highlight key institutions and their classifications for both US Scholars and Students:
Emerging players in Fulbright US Programs
This year, several institutions are also making their mark for the first time. Florida Polytechnic University (Florida), George Mason University (Virginia), and Southern Connecticut State University (Connecticut) have been recognized as new top producers in the Fulbright US Scholars category. Similarly, Brandeis University (Massachusetts) and Coastal Carolina University (South Carolina) are featured as top new producers for Fulbright US Students.
This recognition highlights the significant role that a broad range of US institutions play in shaping the future of international exchange and cross-cultural understanding. The Fulbright Program continues to be a cornerstone of US diplomacy, educational growth, and global leadership development.
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