Program Overview

The Fulbright Graduate Student Program 2026-2027 is a partnership program of the LEPL - International Education Center (IEC) and the Government of the United States. The program aims to provide full financial support for Georgian students pursuing Master’s studies in any academic discipline at universities in the United States.

The program is based on

• - The Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation in the Field of Education, signed between the Government of Georgia and the Government of the United States on October 12, 2023,
• - The Grant Administration Agreement signed on September 11, 2023 between the IEC and the International Institute of Education (IIE).
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The IEC has been a partner of Fulbright Graduate Student Program since 2016.

Program Implementation

The program is administered by the US Embassy in Georgia, and the IEC participates in the selection of candidates through an open competition.

Taking into account the cost of the academic program at US universities, the IEC annually finances Georgian citizens, which is administered by the IIE on the basis of a relevant agreement, and provides the funded students with grants.

Scope of Funding

• - Full tuition coverage for Master's programs at U.S. universities
• - Number of funded students is determined annually by the IEC.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants are required to:

• - Be citizens of Georgia or hold a neutral identity card and/or neutral travel document;
• - Hold a Bachelor’s academic degree;
• - Have sufficient English language proficiency to pursue Mater’s studies in the U.S.;
• - Meet the requirements of the U.S. J-1 visa, including the obligation to return to Georgia for a minimum of two years upon completion of studies;
• - Successfully pass a medical examination prior to departure to the U.S.

Selection Committee Composition

The selection committee includes representatives from:

• - The U.S. Embassy in Georgia
• - The International Education Center
• - Fulbright Alumni
• - Bank of Georgia
• - Georgia Capital

Final Placement and Notification

• - Final university placements are determined by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA)
• - Final results will be announced in Spring 2026