The primary purpose of this program is to promote mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the peoples of other countries through educational exchange. Participants are expected to share their newly gained cross-cultural understanding with students, colleagues, members of civic and professional organizations and other interested citizens.
The Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program is one of seven Fulbright programs started in the years following World War II at the inspiration of Arkansas Senator J. William Fulbright. The program, currently administered by the United States Information Agency (USIA), was designed to promote mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries throughout the world through educational exchange.
Each year over 200 elementary to post-secondary level American teachers exchange places with teachers from more than 30 countries around the world. Additionally, 25-30 American teachers participate in summer seminars in Europe through the Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program. Three types of opportunities are available through this program.
- Participate in a direct exchange of positions with teachers from other countries.
- Participate in a six-week administrative exchange.
- Attend a Classics Seminar in Italy.
Timeline: Application process for the Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program.
April: Applications available
October: Application deadline (late applications considered only as needed)
November: Interviews scheduled
Spring: Candidate matching process
June: Summer Seminars abroad begin
August: Orientation for teachers held in Washington, D.C., and San Francisco, California. Teachers leave for exchange positions
All interested candidates should contact:
Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program
600 Maryland Avenue, SW, Room 140
Washington, DC 20024
FAX: (202) 401-7203
If you have questions about the Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program, e-mail fulbrigh@grad.usda.gov, call 1-800-726-0479 or contact our Professional Services office.