The Global Undergraduate Exchange Program (Global UGrad) is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, with funding provided by the U.S. Government and administered by World Learning. Since 2008, World Learning has given this incredible opportunity to over 2,500 students worldwide.
Participants not only gain academic knowledge but also return to their home countries equipped with the skills and tools to become leaders in their professions and communities.
Many Global UGrad alumni have gone on to achieve great success, including receiving Fulbright grants, securing prestigious international internships, and holding influential positions in business and government across various regions.
Global UGRAD program Details
- Country: USA
- Financial coverage: Fully Funded
- Host Institution(s): 70+ colleges and universities in USA
- Degree Level: non-degree full-time undergraduate programs.
- Deadline: 25 September 2024
Global UGRAD program Benefits
- Full tuition fee waiver offered by the host institute/university.
- Monthly stipend provided to students.
- Visa allowance included in the program.
- Selected students receive return airline tickets.
- Traveling allowance is provided.
- The Global UGRAD student exchange program offers free travel to the USA.
- Opportunity to explore American culture.
Participating Universities
The program collaborates with a range of universities across the US. These institutions offer diverse academic programs, so you’re likely to find one that aligns with your interests.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be over 18 years of age.
- Must be a citizen of a UGRAD participating country and currently residing in that country.
- Must be enrolled as an undergraduate at an accredited university with at least one semester remaining at their home university after the UGRAD program.
- Must have completed secondary education in their home country.
- Must have a strong command of written and spoken English (English language training available for some finalists).
- Must be eligible to receive and maintain a US student exchange visa (J-1) required for the program.
- Must be cleared by a physician to participate in the program.
- Must be committed to returning to their home country after completing the program.
Requirements
- Complete an online application.
- Submit a copy of the passport bio page.
- Provide academic transcripts along with English translations.
- Submit two letters of recommendation.
- Determine the grade equivalence between the local and USA grading system.
- Applicants should gather their academic transcripts and recommendation letters early, as no additional material can be submitted after the application deadline.
- Finalists or alternative applicants may provide updated transcripts with English translations if selected.
Application Process
- Click on the “Apply Now” button below.
- The application process is done online.
- Register or sign up to begin the application.
- Fill in all the necessary details and upload the required documents.
- Make sure to apply carefully before the Global UGRAD 2025 application deadline.
FAQs
- Do I need to take an English proficiency test? Not necessarily, but a good command of English is required.
- Can graduate students apply? No, this program is only for undergraduate students.
- What if I’ve already studied in the US? You may not be eligible if you’ve previously studied in the US on a long-term program.
