Fulbright Program (US Department of State)

The Fulbright Program is the largest academic exchange globally, sending 8,000 scholars annually to 160 countries for research, teaching, or study. Fully funded with grants averaging $40,000 per year, it outperforms #4 Chevening in geographic breadth, covering 100 more nations. This data-led approach fosters mutual understanding, making it a faster pathway to global networking than typical exchange programs.