Scholarship Comparison Matrix
How Fulbright compares to other major international scholarships.
| Feature | Fulbright | Chevening | Commonwealth | DAAD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | U.S. / 160+ | UK | UK | Germany |
| Coverage | Partial–Full | Full | Full | Full |
| Focus | Exchange | Leadership | Development | Academic |
| Work Exp. | Preferred | 2yr min | Varies | Not required |
| Return Req. | 2-year rule | 2-year | 2-year | None |
| Acceptance | 4–46% | ~3% | ~5% | ~25% |
Other Scholarships to Consider
Chevening Scholarship
UK government. Leadership-focused. Fully funded Master's.
Commonwealth Scholarship
UK. Development impact. For Commonwealth country citizens.
DAAD Scholarship
Germany. Academic excellence. No return requirement.
Erasmus Mundus
EU. Joint Master's across 2+ European universities.