University of Alabama Named Top Fulbright Producer

UA students earn 15 prestigious Fulbright awards for 2025-2026 academic year.

Feb. 3, 2026 at 10:55am

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The University of Alabama has been named a Top Producing Institution of Fulbright Students for the ninth time in the past 11 years. In the most recent round of scholarships, the Fulbright Program selected 15 UA students for awards for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Why it matters

The Fulbright Program is a highly competitive and prestigious international educational exchange program sponsored by the U.S. government. Being recognized as a top producer of Fulbright scholars reflects the University of Alabama's commitment to global engagement and its ability to prepare students to think and lead on an international stage.

The details

The Fulbright Award provides one-year grants for independent study, research, or English teaching assistantships abroad. The program selects about 1,500 recipients each year from more than 11,000 applicants nationwide. UA President Peter Mohler said the recognition demonstrates the university's longstanding commitment to global education and the high caliber of its students.

  • The Fulbright Program is celebrating its 80th anniversary in 2026.
  • The 15 UA students were selected for the 2025-2026 academic year.

The players

University of Alabama

A public research university located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, known for its strong academic programs and global engagement initiatives.

Peter Mohler

The president of the University of Alabama, who praised the university's commitment to global education and the achievements of its students.

Teresa Wise

The associate provost for International Education and Global Outreach at the University of Alabama, who commented on the significance of the Fulbright Program's milestone anniversary.

Fulbright Program

A prestigious international educational exchange program sponsored by the U.S. government, which provides one-year grants for independent study, research, or English teaching assistantships abroad.

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What they’re saying

“The Fulbright Program creates powerful opportunities for students to engage with the world, and The University of Alabama has long been committed to leading in this space.”

— Peter Mohler, President, University of Alabama

“As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026, so too the Fulbright Program is reaching a significant milestone as it celebrates its 80th anniversary this year.”

— Teresa Wise, Associate Provost for International Education and Global Outreach, University of Alabama

What’s next

The University of Alabama will continue to support and encourage its students to apply for prestigious Fulbright awards, as the program celebrates its 80th anniversary in 2026.

The takeaway

The University of Alabama's consistent recognition as a top producer of Fulbright scholars underscores its commitment to global engagement and its ability to prepare students to think and lead on an international stage, contributing to the university's reputation as a premier institution for international education and cultural exchange.