FY 2027 Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the FY2027 Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program. This cooperative agreement, valued at approximately $10,500,000, seeks a U.S.-based not-for-profit organization or educational institution with at least four years of international exchange experience to design, implement, and oversee the program. The Fulbright Teacher Exchanges aim to enhance American competitiveness and global understanding by engaging K-12 educators in international professional development, focusing on critical fields like STEM, AI, and career readiness. The program includes various models for both U.S. and international educators, along with alumni and outreach activities. The award recipient will manage recruitment, selection, placement, and program implementation, ensuring compliance with Fulbright policies and U.S. foreign policy priorities. The application deadline is June 29, 2026.

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) announced an open competition for a cooperative agreement to manage the FY2027 Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program. This program aims to advance American competitiveness by engaging K-12 educators in international exchanges, focusing on critical fields like STEM, AI, and critical minerals. The cooperative agreement, valued at approximately $10,500,000, will be awarded for a 56-month period (October 2026 – June 2031). Eligible applicants include U.S. not-for-profit organizations and educational institutions with at least four years of international exchange experience. The recipient will oversee recruitment, selection, placement, and implementation of various programs for both U.S. and international educators, including the Fulbright Teachers for Global Classrooms, Fulbright Leaders for Global Schools, and Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching Programs. A comprehensive budget and narrative, adhering to specific formatting and content guidelines, are required by the application deadline of June 29, 2026.

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the FY2027 Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program. This open competition seeks one cooperative agreement, valued at approximately $10,500,000, to design, implement, and oversee the program from October 2026 to June 2031. The program aims to advance American competitiveness by engaging K-12 educators in international exchanges, focusing on critical fields like STEM, AI, and career readiness. Eligible applicants are U.S. not-for-profit organizations and educational institutions with at least four years of international exchange experience. The recipient will manage various exchange models for U.S. and international educators, including recruitment, selection, placement, and alumni activities. Proposals must adhere to specific content, format, and submission guidelines, including registration with SAM.gov and MyGrants, with an application deadline of June 29, 2026.