Swiss Fulbright Alumni Association

Education is a slow-moving but powerful force. It may not be fast enough or strong enough to save us from catastrophe, but it is the strongest force available for that purpose and in its proper place, therefore, is not at the periphery, but at the center of international relations.

- J. William Fulbright

The Swiss Fulbright Alumni Association

Welcome to the website of the Swiss Fulbright Alumni Association (SFAA). The Swiss Fulbright Alumni Association is open to all recipients of a Fulbright Scholarship living in or coming from Switzerland. The association provides continued interaction for alumni by organizing social events and more. It aims to also be a resource for current or recent Fulbright grantees coming from or leaving for the US.

These pages provide information and links about the Fulbright Program. Additional pointers to resources about Fulbright scholarships, local organizations and foreign Fulbright Alumni organizations can also be found below.

Fulbright Scholarships

The Fulbright Program has been established in 1946 with the aim of fostering mutual understanding between the peoples of the United States and other nations through the exchange of persons, knowledge, and skills. Since its inception the program has been expanded and operates in 144 countries as of today. More than 200’000 participants have been able to benefit from the exchange program by studying in the US or in a participating country. With more than 200’000 alumni, the program has helped fostered bilateral relationships.

The U.S. – Swiss Fulbright Program has been active for many years, providing scholarships for Swiss students to study in the United States and for American students to study in Switzerland. In recent years the number of grants for U.S. and Swiss students has been significantly increased thanks to the support of private companies and organizations.

Additional information about the program can be found in the following. Information regarding application can be found on the web pages of the US Embassy in Berne or on the webpage of swissuniversities.

Further information can be found here:

Identify U.S. Fulbright Association chapters and learn about their programs;
Find a local alumni association worldwide

Associated organizations in Switzerland:

Foreign Fulbright Alumni Associations:

Contact

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