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Opportunities for Professionals and Scholars
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Overview

U.S. Embassy Saudi Arabia offers many different programs and exchange opportunities for professionals and scholars from a variety of fields. 
 

If you have any questions about the exchange programs, please contact us:  

  • U.S. Embassy Riyadh Cultural Affairs Office: 011-835-4000 ext. 4778 
  • U.S. Consulate Jeddah Cultural Affairs Office: 012-220-5000 ext. 3095   
  • U.S. Consulate Dhahran Cultural Affairs Office: 013-839-5700 ext. 25850 / 25802

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The Fulbright Program

Fulbright Program LogoThe U.S. Mission in Saudi Arabia offers a number of exchange programs designed to give Saudi citizens enriching academic, professional, and personal experiences in the U.S. Read more: https://usembassy-sa.com/fulbright-program/

 

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The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program

Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program LogoThe Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program brings accomplished professionals from Saudi Arabia and the world to the United States at a midpoint in their careers for an academic year of study and professional experience. The program provides a basis for establishing long-lasting, productive partnerships and relationships between citizens of the United States and their professional counterparts in Saudi Arabia and the world, fostering an exchange of knowledge and mutual understanding.  Read more: https://usembassy-sa.com/hubert-h-humphrey-fellowship-program/

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Study of the United States Institutes (SUSI)

Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSIs) for Scholars and Secondary Educators are post- graduate level academic programs for mid-career foreign scholars, faculty, practitioners, and secondary educators whose purpose is to strengthen curricula and to improve the teaching about the United States in academic institutions abroad.  Read more: https://usembassy-sa.com/susi/

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International Writing Program (IWP)

The University of Iowa’s IWP Fall Residency Program for International Writers connects emerging and mid-career creative writers from around the world.  Participants participate in seminars, readings, panels, and cultural activities with American and global writers. They also travel to experience the diversity of literary communities in the United States. Read more: https://usembassy-sa.com/international-writing-program/.

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Women's Innovators Fellowship (WIn)

The WIn Fellowship is a women’s entrepreneurship and empowerment partnership between U.S. Embassy Riyadh, the Atlantic Council, and Georgetown University’s McDonough Business School. It delivers a year-long virtual program that includes mentoring and networking opportunities with leading U.S. and Middle East business executives, government officials, and policy professionals.  Read more: https://usembassy-sa.com/womens-innovators-fellowship-win/.

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