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Overview
For over 50 years, IIE West Coast Center has fostered connections between global citizens through training programs, scholarships, and professional exchanges. We invite you to engage with our community and learn more about these international opportunities.
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What services are available at this office?
Global Scholarships
IIEWCC is a leader in quality scholarship management. We provide outreach, recruit and facilitate selection panels, and establish independent scholarship review boards.
Professional Exchanges
IIEWCC manages a variety of exchange programs in higher education, leadership development, and teacher exchange with topics ranging from women's empowerment to STEM field innovation.
Development Initiatives
IIEWCC has tested and successful models for working with NGOs around the world in building their local capacity and expanding their reach, ultimately improving their ability to support underserved populations in their communities and beyond.
What programs are currently managed by this office?
Afghan Higher Education Exchanges Program
Chevron International REACH Scholarship Program
E-Mediat: Tools, Technology, and Training
Fulbright Foreign Student Program
International Visitors Leadership Program
Japan Intercultural Academy of Municipalities (JIAM), U.S. Study-tour Program
Japan-U.S. Teacher Exchange Program for Education for Sustainable Development (ESD)
Packard Foundation Technical Assistance and Professional Development Program
Mattel Global Scholarship Program
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