Academic Exchange Programs - Educational Advising and Student Services

Department Of State

As authorized by the Fulbright-Hays Act, the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) seeks to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries by means of educational and cultural exchange programs, including the exchange of scholars, researchers, professionals, students, and educators. ECA programs foster engagement and encourage dialogue with citizens around the world. Educational and cultural engagement is premised on the knowled

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Helps nonprofit organizations support international students with accurate information about U.S. higher education. Provides funding for research and training for educational advisers.

Quick Facts

Funding
$8,298,405 - $8,298,405
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
STEM Research & Education
Organization
Department Of State

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What Is This Program?

Funding is provided for nonprofit organizations to support research on international exchange programs, coordination of overseas EducationUSA advising programs, and training for educational advisers to ensure that international students receive accurate, current, and comprehensive information on U.S. higher education. Please refer to the Grants.gov or the U.S. Department of State's MyGrants (formerly SAMS Domestic) announcement for further information.

What Benefits Are Offered?

advisory

Comprehensive educational advising and guidance services for international students applying to U.S. colleges and universities. Support covers general application requirements, researching options, financing studies, applying for student visas, and preparing for departure across various study levels.

Who Is Eligible?

Region: international

Demographics: international students

Other Criteria: Individuals seeking to study at U.S. colleges and universities across various levels (Community College, Undergraduate, Graduate, English Language, Short-Term), Must complete secondary school (required for Intensive English Programs, IEPs), Must be able to prove funds to pay the full cost of the program (required for IEPs), May be offered conditional admission if academically strong but English language skills need improvement, Requires collecting recommendations, writing essays, and routing results of required standard examinations, Requires original high school or postsecondary transcripts, translated into English, Requires standardized test scores (e.g., TOEFL, ACT/SAT) for some programs/institutions, though often optional for community colleges, May require financial information, proof of health insurance, vaccination records, passport and visa information

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šŸ† Detailed Application Guide

šŸ“‹What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

šŸ“Steps to Apply
  • Research your options
  • Finance your studies
  • Complete your application
  • Apply for your student visa
  • Prepare for your departure
🌐Application Portal
http://educationusa.state.gov/your-5-steps-us-study/complete-your-application
šŸ“¤Submission Method
online
šŸ”„Intake Type
rolling

šŸ“„What Documents Are Required?

āœ…Required Documents
  • personal data form
  • personal statement
  • transcript
  • letters of recommendation
āœ‰ļøSupporting Letters
letters of recommendation

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šŸ’°What Expenses Are Eligible?

šŸ¤Is Matching Funding Required?

šŸ“ŠWhat Are the Reporting Requirements?

šŸ”Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards in a fiscal year

How Do I Apply?

LathropRT@state.gov
(202) 368-3512

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This program offers funding up to $8,298,405 (minimum $8,298,405).

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