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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 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. If you are an alumnus(a) and have ideas for events or activities, we want to hear from you! Please contact our alumni coordinator at osloalumni@state.gov.

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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Study in the USA: Brochures

The U.S. Embassy has developed three useful brochures for students who wish to apply for college or university in the U.S. In these brochures (all in Norwegian) you will find the step-by-step process, a useful calendar and other tips for a successful application.

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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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Information Resource Center

The IRC can provide reference, referral and documentation service for researchers, journalists, govt officials, and others with a professional or scholarly interest in the United States. Qualified information resource specialists can assist with your inquiries about the U.S.

The IRC also provides personalized alert services on topics relating to U.S. policy and topical issues. If you need assistance from the IRC in connection with your work, please send an email to osloIRC@state.gov.

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Alumni Small Grants Program

The U.S. Embassy in Oslo accepts small grant applications on a rolling basis. Any alumni of U.S. Government exchange programs or organizations working with USG alumni are eligible to apply. Contact our alumni coordinator at osloalumni@state.gov to request a grant request form, and be sure to mention that it is regarding alumni funding. Priority consideration will be given to applicants who: Work with an alumni association to implement the grant Strengthen the alumni community Priority will further be given to applicants who: Cooperate with alumni from different programs to implement the grant Demonstrate the wider community impact resulting from the grant activity Propose budgets under $5,000.00

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U.S. Embassy Grants Program

The U.S. Embassy Oslo supports a variety of projects through our ongoing “Small Grants Program,” as well as additional grant opportunities. Please see information below for information on applying and deadlines.

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Young Ambassadors

The Young Ambassadors Program is a youth program developed for aspiring leaders who want new challenges and valuable leadership experience. Through a competitive application process, 20 outstanding and motivated high school students are chosen to be the Young Ambassadors participants.

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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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EXCHANGE ALUMNI: RESOURCES & OPPORTUNITIES

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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