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Education & Exchanges
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Education and Exchanges
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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 United States 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. To learn more about our exchange programs, eligibility criteria, and nomination process, please contact us at exchangesIndia@state.gov.

Education and Exchanges

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Exchange Programs

Opportunities for international study & research from undergraduate through postdoctoral.

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American Spaces

Local American Spaces

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

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American English

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

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Ambassador's Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP)

The United States demonstrates its respect for the cultural heritage of India and Bhutan through the U.S. Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP).

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Student and Exchange Visas

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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Exchange Program Alumni – Resources & Opportunities

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Join the Exchange Alumni community, a space where participants of all U.S. government-funded exchange programs can connect, explore new opportunities, build on their exchange experience, and access tools to strengthen their communities.  Through this community, you will be able to explore networking opportunities, apply for grants and funding opportunities, enjoy free access to thousands of periodicals and research journals, and stay updated on the latest alumni news and stories. To know more, please contact us at alumniIndia@state.gov

Join the Exchange Alumni community portal and open the door to a world of resources and funding opportunities to help you build on the skills you gained during your exchange program:

  • Access academic journals and articles through EBSCO, JSTOR, and Libby, among other academic and research resources through eLibraryUSA (make sure to first visit an American Space in your region to set up an account).
  • Find and connect with fellow Exchange Alumni locally and globally.
  • Collaborate in group discussions, search for and post upcoming career opportunities, update your alumni contact information, and more!

For Exchange Alumni community portal log-in questions, reach out to: alumniwebsite@state.gov.

In addition, get up-to-date information on upcoming events and Exchange Alumni highlights in our quarterly international newsletter, and reach out to the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate to find out more about funding opportunities like the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF).

Don’t forget to connect with us online through LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram, sharing your successes by using #ExchangeAlumni when you post. Do you have a story you’d like to share? Feel free to reach out directly at exchangealumni@state.gov.

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