Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, U.S. Department of State Scholarship

Explore scholarship and exchange opportunities associated with the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), an office of the U.S. Department of State. ECA supports international educational and cultural exchange, and some of its programs may include scholarships, grants, fellowships, or other financial support. This page gathers Scholarship Union coverage connected with the bureau, including program announcements and guidance relevant to undergraduate and postgraduate students worldwide.

ECA opportunities are not all conventional degree scholarships: some support short-term exchanges, academic study, professional learning, or cross-cultural projects. Eligibility, participating countries, award benefits, deadlines, and application procedures differ by program and can change from year to year. Read each linked opportunity carefully, verify details with the official program provider, and prepare required documents before applying. Use this archive as a starting point to identify relevant options, then consult official U.S. Department of State and program websites for current requirements. Applicants should also check whether an opportunity is open to their nationality, education level, and field of study.