Is the Pakistan Fulbright Program open?
No. USEFP currently lists the Fulbright Degree Program as closed, with the 2027 cycle deadline of 1 April 2026.
What does Fulbright cover?
USEFP states that the Pakistan programme covers tuition, required textbooks, airfare, a living stipend and health insurance for selected master’s and PhD students.
Who can apply?
The programme is for Pakistani applicants pursuing eligible graduate study in the United States. Most academic fields are accepted, but clinical medicine is excluded.
Do applicants need U.S. admission first?
No. Pakistani applicants apply through USEFP. The Fulbright placement process later works with U.S. universities rather than requiring applicants to arrive with a university offer.
What does this scholarship actually cover?
USEFP describes the Fulbright Degree Program as fully funded for Pakistani students pursuing master's or PhD study in the United States. Funding includes tuition, required textbooks, airfare, living expenses and health insurance.
Other verified benefits
Tuition, required textbooks, airfare, a living stipend and health insurance are covered under the Pakistan Fulbright Degree Program.
Costs not confirmed or not covered
Personal costs beyond the published Fulbright benefits and any expenses excluded by the award terms remain the student's responsibility.
Who is eligible to apply?
Pakistani citizens may apply for master's or PhD study in eligible fields. Clinical medicine is excluded, while non-clinical public health can be considered. Applicants must meet USEFP's academic and testing requirements.
USEFP manages the Pakistan Fulbright Degree Program and university placement process. Applicants apply to USEFP rather than first securing U.S. university admission. All fields are generally eligible except clinical medicine.
Eligible countries
Pakistan
Language requirements
GRE is part of the Pakistan Fulbright Degree Program requirements; English-language testing and U.S. university requirements apply during placement.
Which documents were historically required?
This is a historical checklist, not a current application checklist.
- Degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- Statement of purpose
- Two reference letters
Which documents may be required conditionally?
- CV or résumé
- Research proposal
What should you do next?
- Wait for the next USEFP Fulbright Degree call.
- Review the current eligibility and GRE rules.
- Prepare academic records, essays and referee details.
- Complete the USEFP online application when the portal opens.
- Submit all required documents online before the published deadline.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fulbright Pakistan fully funded?
Yes. USEFP states that the Fulbright Degree Program covers tuition, required textbooks, airfare, a living stipend and health insurance for selected Pakistani students pursuing master's or PhD study in the United States.
Is the 2027 Fulbright Pakistan application open?
No. USEFP currently marks the Fulbright Degree Program as closed and lists 1 April 2026 as the deadline for the 2027 cycle. Applicants should wait for USEFP to publish the next call instead of reusing that date.