An ever-increasing number of American students are reaching beyond their borders to study, work, and intern abroad. For example, according to the Institute of International Education’s 2024 Open Doors report, 280,716 American studied abroad in 2022-23.The increase number of Americans studying abroad is paralleled by an increase in the range of study abroad destinations: American students are studying in a broader range of regions and countries than ever before.
No matter the destination, Americans studying or working abroad gain not only knowledge and insight into other countries and cultures, but also life-changing personal and professional enrichment. Equally important, by sharing U.S. culture and values with foreign counterparts and audiences, they lay a foundation of cross-cultural trust and friendship that can last a lifetime.
The following Alliance member organizations sponsor and support study/work programs:
- American Councils for International Education: ACTR/ACCELS
- AIFS (American Institute for Foreign Study)
- CCUSA
- Cultural Vistas
- DA Global Network
- The Forum on Education Abroad
- Institute of International Education (IIE)
- InterExchange Working Abroad
- IREX
- NAFSA: Association of International Educators
- World Learning