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Exchange Programs

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. Learn more about the opportunities offered by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.

Education

EducationUSA

EducationUSA is your official source on U.S. higher education

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Local EducationUSA Centers

EducationUSA advising centers help you navigate the Five Steps to U.S. Study.

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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.

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American English

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

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Educational Advising

In September 2003, with direct support from the U.S. Government and Tbilisi State University, KVALI opened the Education Advising Center (EAC) in Tbilisi. This 3,600 square ft. center caters to the needs of all students in Georgia who are interested in pursuing their education in U.S. Universities. Additionally it serves as a major hosting facility for visiting scholars, students and educators by providing them with temporary working space, free high speed Internet access and more.

Educational Advising

Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program

The submission deadline for the online application is 18:00 (local Georgian time) on June 27, 2022.

Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program

International Exchange Alumni

The U.S. Embassy in Georgia supports a variety of international exchange programs each year, in conjunction with the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA).

International Exchange Alumni

Exchanges

BridgeUSA

Brings emerging leaders and professionals to the United States.

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Academic & Professional Exchanges

Opportunities for international study & research from undergraduate through postdoctoral.

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Fulbright Faculty Development Program

The submission deadline for the online application is 18:00 (local Georgian time), September 9, 2022.

2023-2024 Fulbright Faculty Development Prog

Fulbright Graduate Student Program

The submission deadline for the online application is 18:00, August 1, 2022.

Fulbright Graduate Student Program

Fulbright Specialist Program (FSP)

Project requests may be submitted throughout the fiscal year and must be submitted by September 30, 2022.

Fulbright Specialist Program (FSP)

Fulbright Awards

Please review the many Fulbright Award categories currently available.

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English Teaching Programs

The Public Affairs Section (PAS) carries out a number of programs to support English teachers in Georgia. Most of our programs are carried out in cooperation with the English Teachers Association of Georgia (ETAG) , a professional association for English teachers and university-level students of English who anticipate careers in English language instruction.

English Teaching Programs

Future Leaders Exchange Program (FLEX)

The program will offer scholarships to secondary school students from Georgia for the 2022-2023 academic years.

Future Leaders Exchange Program (FLEX)

Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)

The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi is pleased to announce an open competition for the Georgian TVET Institutions to submit applications to the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Support Program 2022. Interested applicants should submit proposals to TbilisiGrants@state.gov by June 15, 2022, 18:00.

TVET Program

University Research Development Program

Eligibility is limited to U.S. non-profit/non-governmental organizations subject to 501 (c) (3) of the tax code, U.S. and Georgian universities, and educational institutes.

University Research Development Program

Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation

Through the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP), the U.S. Department of State supports eligible countries around the world in the restoration of ancient and historic buildings, assessment and conservation of rare manuscripts and museum collections, preservation and protection of important archaeological sites, and the documentation of vanishing traditional craft techniques, indigenous languages, and traditional forms of expression such as music, dance, and languages.

Local American Spaces

Find American Spaces, American Centers, American Corners, or Binational Centers near you.

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American Spaces

The Office of American Spaces oversees a network of 600 open-access cultural centers.

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American Center for Information Resources (ACIR)

ACIR provides current and authoritative information on the United States.

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Exchange Alumni: Resources & Opportunities

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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:

  • Gain access to various grant opportunities through Foundation Directory Online (FDO) and Grants to Individuals (GTI).
  • Read journals, academic journals, and articles through Gale and EBSCO’s first academic database.
  • Find and connect with fellow ExchangeAlumni locally and globally.
  • Get up-to-date information on live events, such as #MentorTalks, and ExchangeAlumni news.

There are also resources you can access without logging in, such as the Resources for Entrepreneurs page, where you can find information and programs to help you build your business. In addition, you can connect with us online through LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, sharing your successes by using #ExchangeAlumni when you post. Prefer to email? Reach us at exchangealumni@state.gov.

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