Learn more about Fulbright Leaders for Global Schools

Participants for the Fulbright Leaders for Global Schools Program are selected through an open, nation-wide competition. Applications are reviewed by an independent panel of educational experts according to a number of evaluation criteria. Opportunities are open to applicants regardless of their race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, geographic location, socioeconomic status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The Bureau is committed to fairness, equity, and inclusion.

The independent committee reads and reviews applications and makes nomination recommendations. The Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board approves all final nominations.

Additional consideration will be given to applicants who:

• work in high-need schools or districts, defined as having a student population that:
  • is of high socioeconomic need, especially where 40% or more qualifies for Free and Reduced-Price Meals (FARMS);
  • includes a significant representation of racial and ethnic minorities;
  • includes a significant representation of students with disabilities;
  • includes a significant representation of at-risk students and/or other under-resourced groups;
• have a record of service in the U.S. armed forces; and/or
• make clear that they commit to working the U.S. K–12 educational sector after completing the program.

All applicants will receive notification of a selection decision by email, whether they have been selected or not.