FY 2026 English Access Scholarship Program

The English Access Scholarship Program aims to build English language capacity with strategic audiences through in-person programming and exchanges in the United States. The program promotes economic self-reliance, strengthens American national security and economic prosperity, and showcases U.S. educational excellence. The program will support approximately 7,000 participants globally, and programming may be in-person, virtual, or hybrid. Key aspects of the program include: • Promoting cultural exchanges and enhancing understanding between participants and their host communities • Increasing participants' understanding of U.S. culture and values • Providing opportunities for professional development and language learning • Countering disinformation and promoting critical thinking • Enhancing the quality and effectiveness of ECA programs