Exchange Programs - U.S. Department of State

10/19/2026

Calling all American high school students, graduating seniors, and young professionals: your next big chapter starts in Germany! ✈️🇺🇸🇩🇪

Applications are now open for the 2027-28 Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX) High School, Vocational, and Young Professionals programs.

Live with a German host family, attend a local high school or university, and gain hands-on work experience (through the Vocational and Young Professionals programs). Along the way, you’ll represent the United States as a citizen ambassador and bring home language, leadership, and career skills that give you a competitive edge.

🗓️ Application deadlines:

Young Professionals: November 1

High School: November 3

Vocational: December 1

Click the link below to learn more, check eligibility, and start your application today. ⬇️

https://exchanges.state.gov/us/program/congress-bundestag-youth-exchange

10/16/2026

turn international connections into American opportunity. 🇺🇸

With a U.S. Department of State grant, Young Leaders of America alumna Michelle Samuel expanded BizConnect Caribbean—a platform connecting Saint Lucian entrepreneurs with U.S. business experts.

The result? New market opportunities for American companies. 💼🤝

Read more on LinkedIn. ⬇️

https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7516862369323569152

U.S. Embassy Bridgetown

10/15/2026

From MMA to boxing, American combat sports are making an impact. 🇺🇸 🥊

This month, sports leaders from 48 countries are learning more about the businesses, innovation, and people that drive America’s leadership in mixed martial arts through a U.S. Department of State International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP).

The international participants are getting an exciting behind-the-scenes experience, directly engaging with American experts and professionals across the country on U.S. sports technology, athlete development, sports venue management, promotion strategies, and the expertise that makes the United States a powerhouse in combat sports.

This professional exchange program is building important connections for the U.S. combat sports community—connections that can open new opportunities for American businesses, experts, and organizations and take combat sports to the next level.

10/13/2026

Calling all U.S. high school students: your next big adventure could be experiencing another country. ✈️🌍

Imagine spending the 2027–2028 school year living with an international host family, attending a local high school, and building lifelong connections across the globe.

Through the FLEX Global Abroad exchange program, American high schoolers represent the U.S. and share American culture while gaining first-hand experience in international business, tech, and civic leadership.

Exchanges like FLEX Global Abroad don't just change individual lives—they strengthen the U.S. at home. By developing a pipeline of globally fluent young Americans, we're building a more competitive workforce and forging deep, lasting relationships with allies around the world. 🇺🇸🌐

Head to the link below to check eligibility, explore host countries, and start your application today. ⬇️

https://www.discoverflexglobal.org

10/08/2026

U.S. Department of State exchange programs advance American leadership and long-term competitive edge. 🇺🇸

During the seminar in Annapolis, Maryland, The Fulbright Program students from 65 countries explored U.S. naval leadership and key moments in American history.

At the U.S. Naval Academy, participants learned about leadership development, military readiness, and the use of emerging technologies in naval operations—demonstrating how the United States continues to advance maritime capability and defense innovation.

At Fort McHenry, students connected with defining moments in American history, including George Washington’s resignation from his military commission. At Fort McHenry National Monument & Historic Shrine National Park Service rangers for a ceremonial raising of the 1814 flag honoring the Battle of Baltimore, which inspired America’s national anthem “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

These experiences highlighted the foundations of American democratic governance, civilian leadership, and national resilience that continue to shape the United States.

10/07/2026

For 80 years, the The Fulbright Program has opened doors for American students, scholars, and professionals to gain new expertise and build lasting connections. 🇺🇸 🌐

Since 1946, nearly 450,000 alumni—including Nobel Laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and heads of state—have driven scientific breakthroughs, launched innovative enterprises, advanced diplomacy, and led vital industries.

Fulbright remains a strategic investment in American talent — generating knowledge, strengthening industries, and creating opportunities that benefit Americans at home and abroad.

Explore 80 years of Fulbright impact: https://fulbrightprogram.org/about/timeline/

10/05/2026

Calling all international high school students: your next big chapter starts in the U.S.! ✈️🇺🇸

Imagine spending the 2027–2028 school year living with an American host family, attending a local high school, and building lifelong connections.

Experience American culture, gain real-world leadership skills, and build lifelong international ties through the new FLEX Global exchange. Application is open now.

Ready to take the next step?

Head to the link below to check eligibility, find your country’s contact info, and start your application today. ⬇️

DiscoverFlexGlobal.org

10/02/2026

American know-how can turn a short-term exchange into long-term opportunities. 🇺🇸🌍

In Turkmenistan, Fulbright Specialist Rhonda Shrader trained more than 800 entrepreneurs and investors in venture capital, startup development, and agile project management.

Her work is creating new connections with U.S. institutions and expanding America’s reach in an emerging startup ecosystem, shaping the next generation of global entrepreneurs.

Read the story on LinkedIn to see how one exchange is building relationships that can open new opportunities for Americans. 👇

American expertise sets global standards for the world, drives entrepreneurship, and deepens economic ties that advance U.S. diplomacy. 🇺🇸🌍 Through the Fulbright Specialist Program, which sends experienced American professionals abroad for short-term, high-impact projects, American entrepre...

10/02/2026

Hear that roar? That’s the sound of American horsepower in Sabah. 🇺🇸🇲🇾 🏍️

On her way to the Sabah State Fair, Assistant Secretary Cate Dillon stopped by East Malaysia’s very first Harley-Davidson dealership, where an iconic American brand is bringing American craftsmanship to a new market and creating new customers for an American business.

American bikes. American pride. Malaysian roads. Hit it.

10/01/2026

American leadership starts with a skilled, competitive workforce. 🇺🇸📈

The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship helps U.S. college students with high financial need to study or intern abroad, gaining language skills, cultural fluency, and global experience that can shape their careers and prepare them to compete in today’s economy. Eligible undergraduates can receive up to $5,000 to support academic study or internships abroad; students from all majors and fields of study are encouraged to apply.

📅 Today is the deadline. Submit your application before it closes tonight at 11:59 p.m. PT.

Don’t miss your chance to take the next step. Apply today: https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/applicants/deadlines-and-timeline/?utm_source=Website&utm_medium=organicsocial&utm_campaign=gisa

Gilman International Scholarship Program