Many agencies of the U.S. government are involved in encouraging and facilitating international student mobility toÌýthe United States byÌýensuring that international students understand the process of coming to the United States, byÌýexplaining how to register with the appropriate authorities, and by encouragingÌýstudents to maximize their learning experience safely and legally.Ìý
- °Õ³ó±ðÌýÌýprovidesÌýinformation about opportunities for study in the United States through the Bureau ofÌýÌý(ECA). In addition to offering information, ECA operates exchange programs that facilitate international student mobility, such as theÌýFulbright,ÌýHumphrey, and English language programs. °Õ³ó±ðÌýÌýprovides information aboutÌýunderstanding theÌý
Ìý - °Õ³ó±ðÌýÌý(DHS)Ìýis responsible for maintaining data on international students who come to the United States to study. DHS'sÌýÌý(SEVP)Ìýworks both with international students and designated school officials (DSOs) at U.S. institutions of higher education that host international students. The Department also maintains a website with additional information calledÌý.
Ìý - °Õ³ó±ðÌýÌýmaintains aÌýÌýof accredited postsecondary institutions and programs. The Department alsoÌýÌýU.S. students in their study of foreign languages and world regions.
Ìý - As part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, the offers valuable assistance to American businesses exporting goods and services, including the provision of education for international students.ÌýTheyÌýare part of a global network of trade specialists dedicated to assisting U.S. commercial interests worldwide. Trade specialists at over 100 domestic and over 150 international locations, including partner posts, are happy to help identify trade opportunities and local potential trading partners within their respective regions and industry sectors. To get started, please contact your local U.S. Export Assistance Center, .
Learn more about international resources and guidance from the U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Department of Education, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), National Science Foundation, and . (Download the PDF).Ìý
The U.S. Embassy or Consulate nearest you is an excellent resource and may host offices or programs of the above-listed agencies.ÌýÌý