The Turkish Fulbright Commission or in other words, the Commission for Educational Exchange between the United States and Turkiye was established by a binational agreement signed between the United States and Turkiye in 1949. The Turkish Fulbright Commission is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2024.
Turkish Fulbrighters return to Turkiye upon completion of their studies in the U.S.A. and work to serve their country. American scholars coming to Turkiye have also made major teaching and research contributions in a variety of disciplines ranging from Science and Engineering to Business, History and Literature. Returning Fulbrighters from both countries often hold important positions in their academic institutions, public service, and in the private sector. Most participants maintain ties with their host country, thereby carrying out the goals of the Fulbright Program.