Who We Are

Who We Are

Founded in 1919, the Institute of International Education (IIE) is a private nonprofit leader in the international exchange of people and ideas. In collaboration with governments, foundations and other sponsors, IIE creates programs of study and training for students, educators and professionals from all sectors. These programs include the flagship Fulbright Program and Gilman Scholarships administered for the U.S. Department of State. IIE also conducts policy research, provides resources on international exchange opportunities and offers support to scholars in danger.

  • Institute of International Education

    Annual Report

    Financial information about the Institute of International Education, including the most recent Annual Report.

  • History

    History

    The Institute was created in 1919 to counter growing isolationism in the United States and to facilitate educational exchange, serving U.S. higher education and those who wished to establish educational relations with the United States.

  • Governance

    Governance

    IIE is governed by a dedicated Board of Trustees who bring a diverse set of skills from leadership positions in the public and private sectors, including colleges, universities, corporations, and philanthropy.

  • News and Events

    News and Events

    Learn about our new publications and activities, as well as events and conferences IIE is hosting around the world. Explore IIE's press center for news coverage that features the Institute.

  • Awards

    Awards

    Through the years, IIE has established a diverse set of honors to celebrate the achievements and leadership of individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to international education.

  • Mission and Values

    Mission and Values

    Peace and prosperity around the world depend on increasing the capacity of people to think and work on a global and intercultural basis. As technology opens borders, educational and professional exchange opens minds.

Faces of IIE
  • Steven Rowe, Gilman Scholar

    The Gilman Scholarship offered Steven Rowe a life-changing opportunity.

  • Breezy Martinez Walls

    Breezy Martinez Walls learned critical skills in a MBA program that are helping her tackle poverty high in the Andes.

  • Lugano Sigalla, Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant

    Lugano Sigalla shares the Kiswahili language as a Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant.

  • Elaine Hillenmeyer, Whitaker International Fellow

    U.S. student Elaine Hillenmeyer pursued a doctorate in biomedical engineering with the help of a Whitaker International Fellowship.

  • Donny George

    A Scholar Rescue Fund fellowship has allowed this archeologist to teach in safety while he works to preserve Iraq’s heritage.

   
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Media Contacts

Sharon Witherell
Director, Public Affairs
Tel: +1 212.984.5380
E-mail: switherell@iie.org

Leena Soman
Manager, Public Affairs
Tel: +1 212.984.5360
E-mail: lsoman@iie.org

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