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FY 2027 Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program

ID: DFOP0018211 • Type: Posted
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The Office of Academic Exchange Programs of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), U.S. Department of State, announces an open competition for one cooperative agreement to design, implement, and oversee the Office's Fulbright Teacher Exchange Programs in Fiscal Year (FY) 2027. Fulbright Teacher Exchanges advance American competitiveness by engaging K-12 educators in international exchanges that allow them to learn cutting-edge educational practices and develop innovative programs that prepare their students for careers that support U.S. economic and security interests at home and abroad. For more than 80 years, Fulbright Teacher Exchanges have offered opportunities for American K-12 educators to demonstrate U.S. prominence and expertise to peers abroad in areas including the arts, humanities, STEM and technology. Furthermore, U.S. Fulbright Teacher Exchanges advance American interests by providing upskilling to American teachers to increase K-12 expertise in technology, especially AI and the critical minerals industry, and to prepare their students for careers in fields critical to U.S. security and prosperity. Programming supports American teachers to expand STEM coursework in fields such as earth science, data analysis, and geology to meet the need for student specialization in critical minerals and rare earths in the U.S. market. The program also integrates a wide range of fields that advance the Administration's America First priorities and related Executive Orders, including expanding career readiness programs, promoting digital freedom, and increasing K-12 expertise in technology education, especially the use of American-designed AI. Through Foreign Fulbright Teacher Exchanges, U.S. university schools of education showcase American leadership in education and educational technology to visiting teachers who return home with enhanced pedagogy, leadership skills, and technology training. Foreign teachers expand the use of American-
Background
The FY 2027 Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program is announced by the Office of Academic Exchange Programs of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), U.S. Department of State. The program aims to advance American competitiveness by engaging K-12 educators in international exchanges. This allows them to learn cutting-edge educational practices and develop innovative programs that prepare their students for careers supporting U.S. economic and security interests.

For over 80 years, Fulbright Teacher Exchanges have provided opportunities for American educators to showcase U.S. expertise in various fields, including arts, humanities, STEM, and technology. The program also focuses on upskilling American teachers in technology and preparing students for careers in critical fields related to U.S. security and prosperity.

Grant Details
The recipient organization will be responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing the Fulbright Teacher Exchange Programs. Key responsibilities include: managing recruitment, selection, placement, and program implementation; facilitating online courses for U.S. educators; organizing professional development programs abroad; ensuring compliance with FFSB policies; conducting outreach and resource sharing among participants; administering sub-award competitions; fiscal management; and monitoring program effectiveness.

Specific components include: Fulbright Teachers for Global Classrooms Program; Fulbright Leaders for Global Schools Program; Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching Program for U.S. teachers; Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement Program for international educators; and alumni outreach activities.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligible applicants include U.S. not-for-profit organizations (including think tanks and civil society organizations) and public/private educational institutions based in the United States. Organizations must demonstrate at least four years of experience in conducting international exchanges to be eligible for awards exceeding $130,000.

Period of Performance
The period of performance is anticipated to be 56 months from October 2026 to June 2031.

Grant Value
The total value of the grant is approximately $10,500,000, pending availability of funds.

Place of Performance
The grant will be performed across various geographic locations as determined by the program needs.
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Overview

Agency
Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) [DOS]
Category of Funding
Other (see text field entitled "Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity" for clarification)
Funding Instruments
Cooperative Agreement
Grant Program (CFDA)
19.408 - Academic Exchange Programs - Teachers
Grant Category
Discretionary
Cost Sharing / Matching Requirement
False
Source
Grants.gov
On 4/29/26 the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs posted grant opportunity DFOP0018211 for FY 2027 Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program. The grant will be issued under grant program 19.408 Academic Exchange Programs - Teachers. It is expected that one grant will be made worth between $10.5 million and $10.5 million.

Timing

Posted Date
April 29, 2026, 12:00 a.m. EDT
Closing Date
June 29, 2026, 12:00 a.m. EDT Due in 9 Days
Last Updated
April 29, 2026, 11:30 a.m. EDT
Version
2
Archive Date
July 29, 2026

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants
Private institutions of higher education
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Additional Info
Please see full announcement.

Award Sizing

Ceiling
$10,500,000
Floor
$10,500,000
Estimated Program Funding
Not Provided
Estimated Number of Grants
1

Contacts

Contact
Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs
Contact Email
kubanmm@state.gov
Contact Phone
(202) 890-9795
Additional Information
Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs Organizational Funding Opportunities
Additional Information Site
https://www.state.gov/eca-grant-opportunities/

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