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Applications are open for the Sutton Trust Fulbright US Programme, offering free support to UK state-school students from lower-income families who want to study at American universities.
The programme helps academically able students explore US higher education and apply for university places, financial aid and scholarships. The Sutton Trust is a UK charity working to improve social mobility.
The Trust does not directly pay students’ US university tuition fees or living costs. Instead, it covers the costs of participating in the programme, including residential activities, travel and accommodation. Students receive guidance on securing university financial aid, which may cover tuition fees and living expenses.
According to the US-UK Fulbright Commission, more than 700 programme participants have received offers of university places and funding.
Key points
- Applicants must have always attended state-funded schools or colleges.
- Eligible year groups are Year 12 in England and Wales, S5 in Scotland or Year 13 in Northern Ireland.
- Household income should generally be £50,000 or less.
- Applicants must not hold US citizenship.
The closing date for student applications is 11.59 pm on 10 January 2027. Schools have until 13 January 2027 to submit their references.
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