Educational Exchange
Study in the U.S.
- EducationUSA Advising Services
- Fulbright-García Robles Scholarships
- Scholarships
- State Alumni
- Entrance / Language Exams
EducationUSA Advising Services
EducationUSA advising centers actively promote U.S. higher education around the world by offering accurate, unbiased, comprehensive, objective and timely information about educational institutions in the United States and guidance to qualified individuals on how best to access those opportunities. Millions of prospective students learn about U.S. study opportunities through EducationUSA centers each year. Centers are staffed by professional advisers, many of whom have first-hand experience having studied in the United States themselves, adhere to ethical standards, and/or have received State Department-approved training about U.S. higher education and the advising process.
If you are thinking of studying in the United States, you may want to consult an EducationUSA adviser for information on the particular type of study you are interested in. There are thousands of different programs in the U.S., from short summer English study programs to undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Free public information sessions are offered on a broad range of topics which include financial aid, choosing a program, the visa process, preparing for admission exams, and many more. Individual advising is also available. In addition, EducationUSA centers have numerous reference materials, guides, and university publications for your use.
Find your nearest EducationUSA advising center at: www.educationusa.info/mexico
English exams:
Most U.S. universities and colleges require the TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-based Test) for admission. The test is given several times a year at authorized centers. You should register well in advance to ensure availability and that your scores arrive before the school’s application deadline.
To search for dates, center locations, and to register, go to the TOEFL website, www.ets.org/toefl.
Entrance Exams:
Depending on the level of study or academic discipline, you may have to take a specific admissions entrance exam. Below are the most common:
High School:
SAT: www.collegeboard.com
ACT: www.actstudent.org
Graduate School (Masters and Ph.D.)
Programs in business, economics, finance and related areas: GMAT (www.mba.com)
Programs in the social sciences, hard sciences and related areas: GRE (www.ets.org/gre)
Programs in medical sciences: USMLE (www.ecfmg.org)
After reviewing the information on these pages if you have further questions about any of these exams, or if you would like to consult preparation materials, please contact your nearest EducationUSA advising center. EducationUSA centers actively promote U.S. higher education around the world by offering accurate, unbiased, comprehensive, objective and timely information about educational institutions in the United States and guidance to qualified individuals on how best to access those opportunities.
Find your nearest EducationUSA center at: www.educationusa.info/mexico
Fulbright-García Robles Scholarships
COMEXUS (United States/Mexico Commission for Educational and Cultural Exchange)
Berlín 18 - 2nd. floor
Col. Juárez
06600 Mexico, D.F.
Telephone: 5080-2000 ext. 4017, 4374
Fax: 5592-3083
Website: http://www.comexus.org.mx/
COMEXUS is an independent organization funded by the Governments of Mexico and the United States. COMEXUS offers and administers graduate level scholarships and grants for educational exchange. It is most well known for the Fulbright/Garcia Robles Scholarship program and includes scholarships for teaching and research as well as for study.
Each year the members of the binational Board of Directors decide which specific topics will be emphasized in the call for applications. Topics may range from the arts to English teaching, to border studies, to city planning, to comparative political systems. All topics are, however, important for both countries. COMEXUS widely disseminates information about the program through newspapers, postings on the WWW, mailings to universities, and through administrating agencies in the US such as LASPAU (Latin American Scholarship Program of American Universities) and IIE (Institute of International Education).
Scholarships
Institute of International Education (IIE)
Benjamin Franklin Library
Liverpool 31 - PB
Col. Juárez
06600 Mexico, D.F.
Telephone: 5080-2801, 5080-2802, 5080-2803
Website: http://www.iie.org/latinamerica
There is enormous competition for scholarships to U.S. educational institutions. Virtually all schools -- high schools, colleges, universities, technical schools, etc. -- offer scholarships, but there are many people competing for each one, and you will need to do some serious research to find one which fits your needs and requirements, and you will need to provide detailed information to the various schools in order to be considered for the scholarship. The Institute for International Education provides information on all levels of education in the U.S. They also have an extensive resource library of college catalogs, an on-line database for interested students, and a well-trained professional staff to answer your questions. In addition, they can give you detailed information on entrance exams and applications procedures.
Join State Alumni: Your Global Community for alumni of State Department exchange programs
Who are Alumni – Your Global Community!
Alumni are past participants of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs. With more than 1,000,000 alumni worldwide, State Alumni include world leaders, achievers, and influencers. Among this global community are 47 Nobel Laureates and over 300 chiefs of state or heads of government. They are politicians, CEOs, teachers, authors, artists, and most importantly, you! As an alumnus/a of a State Department-funded exchange program, you are part of a global community of the best and brightest. Build upon your exchange experience to advance your goals, your community, and our world.
State Alumni: Opportunities and resources for you to connect with other alumni
- Hundreds of grant, job, and event postings
- Over 20,000 free titles in the online research center
- Access to apply for over $33 billion in funding opportunities
- News about alumni projects; alumni success stories
- Participate in Q&A Live discussions with experts
- Share your reflections or research publications and join discussion forums
- Find fellow alumni to network with others in your field or your region
- Search for resumes or add your own to the global community
Continue the exchange as alumni!
- Be active in your local alumni community
- Join State Alumni (https://alumni.state.gov)
- Discover, meet, share, learn, grow, and achieve!
Entrance / Language Exams
Institute of International Education (IIE)
Benjamin Franklin Library
Liverpool 31 - PB
Col. Juárez
06600 Mexico, D.F.
Telephone: 5080-2801, 5080-2802, 5080-2803
Most U.S. universities and colleges require the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) for admission. The test is given several times a year. You should sign up well ahead of time in order to have the scores back in time for submission of applications. The Institute for International Education has information on the schedule for the TOEFL. Call 5080-2000, ext. 3510 for a recorded message on registering for the TOEFL. You may also consult
the Mexico IIE Home Page: http://www.iie.org/latinamerica
the IIE Home Page: http://www.iie.org/
the TOEFL Home Page: http://www.toefl.org/