Education & Exchanges

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Education & Exchanges

Overview

Learn, exchange, grow, and serve. The U.S. Department of State offers many programs for non-U.S. citizens wishing to come to the U.S. for cultural, educational, or professional exchange. These programs are augmented by local opportunities in countries around that world that allow non-U.S. citizens to explore U.S. culture and the English language.

Education

EducationUSA American English

EducationUSA

More than 430 international student advising centers in more than 175 countries and territories that offer information about opportunities to study at accredited postsecondary institutions in the United States.

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American English

American English is a resource center for teaching and learning about American English language and culture.

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Exchanges

Cultural and Professional Exchanges Programs Bridge USA Academic Exchanges

Cultural and Professional Exchanges Programs

Exchanges that engage professionals in the government, non-profit, and private sectors; high school students; representatives from the cultural and sports communities; and disenfranchised and underserved audiences.

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Bridge USA

Brings emerging leaders and professionals to the United States on 13 different cultural exchange programs focused on education, research and skills development. The program allows participants to hone their skills, immerse themselves in American society and culture, connect with Americans, and share their culture with their American host communities.

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Academic Exchanges

Opportunities for international study and research from the undergraduate through postdoctoral and professional levels.

Exchange Program Alumni – Resources & Opportunities

Diverse group of students

Join the Exchange Alumni community at https://alumni.state.gov, and open the door to a world of support, resources, and funding opportunities to help you continue your exchange experience and build on the skills you gained during your program. Through your account at https://alumni.state.gov

- - - Candidates will have access to various grant opportunities through Foundation Directory Online (FDO) and Grants to Individuals (GTI).
    - You can read journals, academic journals, and articles through Gale and EBSCO’s first academic database.
    - You will meet former participants to connect to the network locally and globally.
    - You can find up-to-date information on live events, such as #MentorTalks, as well as pre-participant updates.
    - You can access US Government Entrepreneurship Resources to take your business thinking to the next level.

There are resources that can be accessed without logging in, such as the Enabling Entrepreneurs page. In addition, through our LinkedIn page, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, you can connect with us and other former participants of the exchange program and get the latest news about the former participant.

Local Programs

U.S. Speaker Program IVLP Program Fulbright Program English Language Program

U.S. Speaker Program

The U.S. Department of State’s Office of U.S. Speaker Programs in the Bureau of International Information Programs recruits dynamic American experts to engage international audiences on topics of importance to both the United States and Qatar. Programs like presentations, workshops, panel discussions etc. are conducted in person and through virtual engagement platforms. U.S. Embassy Doha works with local partners to identify opportunities for engagement.

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IVLP Program

The International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) is the U.S. Department of State’s premier professional exchange program. Through short-term visits to the United States, current and emerging foreign leaders from a variety of fields experience American culture firsthand and cultivate lasting relationships with their American counterparts. Professional meetings reflect the participants’ professional interests and support stronger bilateral relations between the United States and the participant’s home country.

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Fulbright Program

The Fulbright Program is the flagship international educational exchange program sponsored by the U.S. government and is designed to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries. It is broken down into three programs: the Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program; the Fulbright Specialist Program; and the U.S. Fulbright Scholars Program.

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English Language Program

As part of our overall mission to strengthen the relationship between the United States and Qatar, U.S. Embassy Doha offers a number of programs to assist and support students, teachers and administrators of English as a Second Language (ESL).

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