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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.
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EducationUSA advising centers help you navigate the Five Steps to U.S. Study.
Study & Exchange
The United States supports international education and welcomes foreign students and exchange visitors. Before applying for a visa, students and exchange visitors must be accepted by their schools or program sponsors.
American English
American English is a resource center for teaching and learning about American English.
Brings emerging leaders and professionals to the United States.
Opportunities for international study & research from undergraduate through postdoctoral.
2023 Fulbright Graduate Student Program
By U.S. EMBASSY IN KINGSTON 6 MINUTE READ U.S. Embassy, Kingston is pleased to announce the application opening of the 2023 Fulbright Graduate Student Program.
The U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation
The Fund was established in 2001 to assist less developed countries preserve their cultural heritage and to demonstrate U.S. respect for other cultures. Please read this call for proposals in full before sending any inquiries to the U.S. Embassy.
Seven Summer Study of the United States Institutes
These institutes last for six weeks beginning in June annually and each is hosted by a U.S. college or university that is determined through a grant competition by the U.S. Department of State. The State Department covers all participation costs, including insurance coverage. Candidates should be mid-career, typically between the ages of 30-50, highly-motivated and experienced faculty and specialists.
Fulbright Visiting Scholars Program
The Fulbright Program in Central America and the Caribbean is administered as a regional program. Scholars from the region compete for awards not only with other applicants from their own country but also with applicants from the other countries in the region as well.
Humphrey Fellowship Program
Named after the late U.S. Vice-President Hubert H. Humphrey, the fellowships allow accomplished professionals from developing countries to go to the U.S. for study and related practical professional experiences. Fellows are nominated by the U.S. Embassy in Kingston based on their potential for national leadership and also to enhance their professional competence.
Find American Spaces, American Centers, American Corners, or Binational Centers near you.
The Office of American Spaces oversees a network of 600 open-access cultural centers.
Join the ExchangeAlumni community and open the door to a world of support, resources, and funding opportunities to help you build on the skills you gained during your exchange program:
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