Affiliation Request

We’re excited to explore collaborative opportunities with reputable universities, study-abroad providers, and academic partners who share our passion for global education.

By affiliating with American Councils Study Abroad, your institution will benefit from:

• A broader global reach: Connect with our network of students, agents and institutions seeking international affiliation.

• Enhanced credibility: Be part of a curated list of trusted academic partners.

• Streamlined processes: We make affiliation straightforward and efficient.

• Shared goals: Together, we support international student mobility, academic exchange, and mutual growth.

How the Affiliation Process Works

1. Submit an Affiliation Request – Complete the form below with your institution’s details and key contact person.

2. Preliminary Review – Our team will review your submission and verify accreditation and institutional profile.

3. Further Dialogue – We’ll schedule a call or meeting to discuss mutual expectations, collaboration opportunities and next steps.

4. Agreement & Onboarding – Upon agreement, we’ll formalize our affiliation with a letter of understanding or memorandum, then guide you through onboarding (profiles, catalogue listing, etc.).

5. Begin Collaboration – Your institution will be listed in our partner directory, and we can start promoting student-exchange, study-abroad or co-branding opportunities together.

Affiliation/Document Requests will be delivered directly to American Councils Study & Research Abroad. In this form, you can request an affiliation agreement, program handbooks, syllabi, or other program literature necessary for approving American Councils Study & Research Abroad programs. A staff member will reach out within 2 business days of your request.

For more detailed information, please reach out to Recruitment and Outreach Manager, Max Shelton at mshelton@americancouncils.org

Click here to learn more about which U.S. colleges and universities American Councils Study & Research Abroad currently works with.