Top Fulbright Producer
Richmond recognized for student scholars' global impact
The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs has once again recognized the University of Richmond for being one of the colleges and universities with the highest number of students selected for its Fulbright U.S. Student Program.
It’s the ninth time and seventh year in a row Richmond has been named a top producer of Fulbright students, with six awards offered for the 2024-25 academic year. The awards provide students with funding to live, work, and study around the world. Richmond has had a total of 83 student Fulbright grant recipients.
“Global connectivity is an important component of our educational mission,” said Joan Saab, executive vice president and provost. “In addition to many international opportunities we offer as a university, the Fulbright program is a wonderful way for our students to engage in international study, and participants bring their incredible experiences and knowledge from across the world back to our campus, which benefits our entire community.”
The Fulbright programs support academic exchanges between the U.S. and more than 150 countries around the world. This year, Richmond students were awarded grants to travel to countries including Bulgaria, Chile, Mexico, and Taiwan.
“International exchange is an enriching way for our students and young alums to enhance their lives personally, academically, and professionally,” said Dana Kuchem, director of the Office of Scholars and Fellowships. “The consistent recognition as a Fulbright Top Producing Institution showcases our commitment to providing Richmond students with global connections and international opportunities.”
The consistent recognition as a Fulbright Top Producing Institution showcases our commitment to providing Richmond students with global connections and international opportunities.