Fulbright Denmark Grant for Danish Students

The Fulbright Denmark Grant is run jointly by the Fulbright Commission Denmark and the Denmark-America Foundation to fund Danish citizens pursuing Master's (MSc) or doctoral (PhD) study and research in the United States. The Fulbright Program was founded in 1946 by U.S. Senator J. William Fulbright and now operates in more than 160 countries, building academic ties between nations through merit-based exchange. For the 2026/2027 cycle, grants range from about DKK 50,000 to DKK 100,000, a contribution toward tuition, accommodation, travel, and living costs for a study or research stay in the USA. The grant is a partial top-up rather than a full ride, so applicants normally combine it with other funding. To qualify you must be a Danish citizen, already enrolled in or admitted to a Master's or PhD programme, and your U.S. stay must not yet have started; the planned stay should run at least one semester, typically 4 to 6 months. All academic subjects and research areas are eligible. Selection weighs academic excellence, research potential, leadership, and commitment to mutual understanding between Denmark and the USA. The application deadline for this cycle is 18 February 2026 at 12:00 (CET). Because grant amounts, exact figures, and the closing date are reset each cycle, confirm the current 2026/2027 numbers and deadline on the official Fulbright Commission Denmark page before applying.

What's covered

• Grant contribution — A grant of around ~DKK 50,000 to DKK 100,000 (est.), roughly ~EUR 6,700 to EUR 13,400 (est.), toward the costs of the U.S. study or research stay, with the exact amount depending on duration and project.
• Tuition support — A contribution toward tuition fees at the U.S. host institution; the grant is partial and is normally combined with other funding sources.
• Living expenses — Support toward accommodation and day-to-day living costs during the funded stay in the United States.
• Travel costs — A contribution toward travel and other educational expenditures linked to the exchange period in the USA.
• Fulbright network access — Membership in the global Fulbright alumni community, plus access to U.S. research facilities, academic networks, and pre-departure orientation.

How to apply

Applications are prepared and submitted online through the official Fulbright Commission Denmark website ahead of the published deadline.

1. Visit the official site — Go to the Fulbright Commission Denmark website and read the current grants-to-Denmark guidelines for the 2026/2027 cycle.
2. Check eligibility and prepare documents — Confirm you meet the Danish citizenship and academic requirements, then assemble transcripts, your study or research plan, and references.
3. Complete the online form — Fill in the online application form, attaching all required materials in line with the official guidelines.
4. Submit before the deadline — Submit your complete application before 18 February 2026 at 12:00 (CET); start early to allow for document verification.