University Relations

Affiliations with American Councils

We are excited to explore collaborative opportunities with reputable universities, study-abroad providers, and academic partners who share our passion for global education. Study Abroad offices at U.S. institutions can choose a variety of ways to partner with American Councils as a third-party study abroad provider. As a partner, American Councils Study & Research Abroad is fully-insured, provides U.S. academic credit from Bryn Mawr College (school of record), offers 24/7 support, includes comprehensive health insurance on all programming, and is flexible on billing arrangements. With numerous partner institutions in the United States, American Councils Study & Research Abroad boasts a long track record of serving both large public universities and small liberal arts colleges as a trusted program provider.

Why Partner with Us?

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

  • A broader global reach: Enable your students to study abroad in the world's most dynamic destinations.

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

  • Streamlined processes: We make affiliation straightforward and efficient, enabling students and institutions to make study abroad feasible.

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

Ready to Get Started?

You can request an affiliation agreement, program handbooks, syllabi, or other program information necessary for approving American Councils Study & Research Abroad programs.

Please reach out to Recruitment and Outreach Manager, Max Shelton at mshelton@americancouncils.org

Virtual Class Visits

To help share programming information, American Councils Study & Research Abroad offers an easy way to schedule 5-to-10 minute virtual class visits using Zoom. If you, your colleagues, or students are interested in learning more about American Councils Study & Research Abroad programming and financial aid, use the link below to choose your program of interest and schedule.

Need More Information?

American Councils Study & Research Abroad regularly conducts programming information sessions with language departments, individuals, and study abroad offices. If you, your colleagues, or students would like to request an information session on American Councils Study & Research Abroad programming, please fill out the form below.