🎓 Fulbright Scholarship Opportunities for Sri Lankan Citizens (2027-2028)

The US-Sri Lanka Fulbright Commission (US-SLFC) has announced its awards competition for the 2027-2028 academic year. These programs focus on human capital development, education, and professional capacity building to strengthen bilateral ties. • Academic & Professional Fellowships Master’s Fellowships: For outstanding graduates with a 4-year degree and 1 year of work experience. Deadline: May 31, 2026. Visiting Scholar Awards: For post-doctoral research or professional projects. Priority is given to fields benefiting Sri Lanka's national context. Deadline: October 1, 2026. Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship: A 10-month non-degree program for mid-career leaders committed to public service. Deadline: June 30, 2026. • Teaching & Institutional Support Teaching Excellence (TEA): Six-week exchange for secondary-level teachers with 5+ years of experience. Deadline: March 31, 2026. Specialist Awards: Enables Sri Lankan higher education, government, and NGO institutions to host U.S. experts for 2-6 weeks. Rolling Deadline. • Impact & Heritage Established in 1952, the US-SLFC has facilitated exchanges for over 2,000 Sri Lankans and Americans over 73 years. Programs aim to build institutional planning and workforce development through collaborative linkages with U.S. entities.