For the past 75 years, Fulbright Korea has served as a bridge between South Korea and the United States, fostering mutual understanding and trust through international educational and cultural exchange. Over the years, Fulbright Korea has provided the opportunity for thousands of passionate and accomplished students, scholars, artists, teachers, and professionals to enrich their learning, advance their careers, and make meaningful contributions, empowering them to share knowledge and values across diverse fields.
We invite you to explore with us the history and achievements of Fulbright Korea, to celebrate the stories of Fulbright community members, past and present, and to share in our vision for a more peaceful world. Thank you for joining us in this commemorative journey, and we look forward to creating a brighter future together with you!

Fulbright Mission

Educational and Cultural Exchange for a More Peaceful World

In the wake of WWII, inspired by a vision of building world peace through mutual understanding, Senator J. William Fulbright proposed the formation of a global program of educational and cultural exchanges. Established in 1946 with funding from the sale of WWII military surplus, the program empowered participants the world over to share knowledge and build lasting connections across borders. Since 1946, over 390,000 students, scholars, artists, teachers and professionals have participated in the Fulbright Program, finding solutions to important international problems and improving lives around the world. Today, the Fulbright Program remains vital, supporting participants who meaningfully impact their communities, both locally and globally.

Fulbright Programs

Opportunities for Students, Scholars, Artists, Teachers and Professionals

The Fulbright Program in Korea promotes mutual understanding and the exchange of knowledge across communities in the U.S. and Korea. As a prestigious international exchange initiative, the Fulbright Program offers grant opportunities for students, scholars, artists, teachers, and professionals to engage in advanced study, research, lecturing and teaching. The program operates according to the principles of open competition and individual merit, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and fields. Through its exchanges, Fulbright Korea seeks to promote the creation of a more peaceful world while enhancing the lives of its participants. Fulbright Korea exchanges offer the opportunity for participants to meaningfully contribute to solving global problems while engaging in activities for educational and career advancement.

Fulbright Community

Building Bridges, Inspiring Futures

The Fulbright community represents a global network of students, scholars, artists, teachers, and professionals who embody the spirit of mutual understanding and cultural exchange. Each year, Fulbright Korea selects approximately 200 Korean and American grantees who serve as cultural ambassadors, fostering deeper connections between the two nations through academic, artistic, and professional endeavors. With over 7,000 alumni since its establishment, Fulbright Korea has created a legacy of individuals contributing meaningfully to their communities and promoting a more peaceful world. These alumni continue to excel in their respective fields while sustaining the program’s mission of enhancing U.S.-Korea relations and global collaboration.

Alumni Stories

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Key Highlights

75 Years at a Glance

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