Ohio State leads the nation in Fulbright students and scholars

Ohio State has the largest number of Fulbright U.S. Scholars for the second consecutive year, with 12 scholars and 11 students selected; the university was named a Top Producing institution for both student and scholar Fulbright programs.

Ohio State has the largest number of Fulbright U.S. Scholars for the second consecutive year, and 12 scholars and 11 students from the university were selected. The U.S. Department of State designated Ohio State as one of seven universities nationwide to earn Top Producing status for both the student and scholar Fulbright programs. The Fulbright Program is the U.S. Department of State’s flagship international academic exchange initiative and operates in more than 160 countries. Ohio State officials said placements often reflect long-standing academic relationships and support the university’s global engagement. Key facts: - Ohio State had 12 Fulbright U.S. Scholars and 11 Fulbright Students selected this year. - The university is one of seven U.S. institutions named Top Producing for both student and scholar Fulbright programs. - Among the 12 scholars, four are from the College of Arts and Sciences; two each from the College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and the College of Education and Human Ecology; and one each from Engineering, Law, Public Health and Nursing. - The 11 Fulbright students include five from Arts and Sciences, two from Public Health, two from Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, and one each from Education and Human Ecology and Social Work. - The Fulbright Program awards roughly 9,000 grants annually, operates in over 160 countries, and counts numerous Nobel and Pulitzer Prize laureates among its alumni. Summary: Ohio State’s recognition as a Top Producing institution and the selection of 12 scholars and 11 students highlight the university’s ongoing engagement in international academic exchange. The Office of International Affairs will host Fulbright Week March 23–27 with information sessions and discussions featuring past awardees.