Finding the Perfect Program for International Travel

Posted by The Editors , Oct, 2008 @ 2:53 pm

Sometimes after you’ve traveled, you can’t get the experience our of your head and heart. Traditional tourist experiences and a semester abroad aren’t the only opportunities for exploring the world. There are a multitude of fellowships, programs, and professional and educational opportunities out there. Yet the WWW can be intimidating when pursuing such opportunities. Fortunately, IIE, or the Institute of International Education, has plenty of resources to find your perfect program.

From IIE’s website:

IIE is: “An independent nonprofit founded in 1919, IIE is among the world’s largest and most experienced international education and training organizations. We are committed to delivering program excellence to a diverse range of participants, sponsors, and donors.

Our Mission

Promoting closer educational relations between the people of the United States and those of other countries.
Strengthening and linking institutions of higher learning globally.
Rescuing threatened scholars and advancing academic freedom.
Building leadership skills and enhancing the capacity of individuals and organizations to address local and global challenges.”

Tags: international travel, resources, study abroad