The Unites States Department of Education annually offers the Fulbright Teaching Excellence Program to educators from within and outside the US.
The Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement Program fully sponsors international secondary-level educators to the United States for a six-week professional learning opportunity at a host university.
We have written this post as a detailed step-by-step guide on how to apply for this opportunity. Read on to get the full details.
Fulbright Teaching Excellence Program Summary:
klHost Country: United States of America (USA)
Category: Training | Fellowships
Eligible Countries: Developing Countries
Reward: Fully Sponsored
Deadline: Varies by Country
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Fulbright Teaching Excellence Program Details:
Fulbright Teaching Exchange Program offer a variety of options for K–12 educators from the United States, and from primary and secondary schools in participating countries and territories.
Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement participants attend academic seminars at a host university that focus on topics such as new teaching methodologies, student-centered learning, instructional technology, and content-based instruction.
Participants complete a minimum of 40 hours in a field experience with a U.S. partner educator of their same or a similar discipline in a local secondary school. Participants also learn about the United States and their host communities through an offering of cultural activities.
Applicants may choose the general program or apply for a cohort focused on gender, media literacy, or environmental education.
Eligibility Requirements for 2026 Fulbright Teaching Exchanges Program:
Details for this program may vary by country. In general, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Current secondary school-level, full-time teacher in an institution serving primarily a local population;
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent;
Five or more years of classroom experience as a teacher of English, English as a foreign language (EFL), mathematics, science, or social studies, including special education teachers in those subject areas;
Proficient in written and spoken English with a TOEFL score of 450 on the paper-based TOEFL or an equivalent English-language examination;**
Demonstrated commitment to continue teaching after completion of the program; and
A complete application.
Secondary-level teachers include both middle and high school teachers working with students between approximately 12 and 18 years of age. Teachers responsible for teaching additional grade levels must teach middle school or high school students more than 50% of their work time in order to be eligible for the program.
Benefits of Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement Award Program
The Teaching Excellence and Achievement Program is fully funded.
Winning candidates receive a 100% funded professional development experience, including:
J-1 visa sponsorship and official program support
Pre-departure orientation in your home country
Round-trip airfare to and within the United States
Full academic program fees at a U.S. host university
Free housing and daily meals
Health coverage for accident and sickness
Local transportation to your practicum school
Daily allowance for personal incidentals
Baggage allowance
Welcome orientation and end-of-program workshops
Eligibility for alumni small grants after completion
How to Apply for Fulbright Teaching Excellence Program 2026/27 (Step-by-Step)
To apply for the Fulbright Teaching Excellence Program,
Please inquire from the US Embassy or Fulbright commission in your country or territory for deadline information.
Use the link below to process your application. Make sure you pick the program that fits your qualifications and your country