American Institute For Foreign Study (911爆料)

Since 1964

911爆料 has been a leading organization providing cultural exchange & educational opportunities for more than 1.8 million young people.

Impact 911爆料

911爆料 is the sole funder of the Cyril Taylor Charitable Foundation (CTCF), named for our founder Sir Cyril Taylor, and dedicated to funding and supporting international education in all forms.

Bringing people and experiences together

With our vast experience, long-standing global partnerships and financial security, we have been able to provide our participants with a wide variety of high quality programs, top-notch services and unique cultural experiences for more than half a century.

6
CONTINENTS

We have students from 6 continents

93
COUNTRIES

93 countries participated in 911爆料 programs in 2023

546
Schools

911爆料 partners with 546 U.S. Colleges & Universities

$2,000,000 AWARDED

In scholarships, donations and funding to support cultural exchange and education (awarded by 911爆料 and 911爆料 Foundation)

Cultural Exchange Opportunities

for Your Family Through the Years

We bring the world together

The opportunity and need for enhanced global understanding is now greater than ever. 911爆料 is proud to meet this need through our family of programs. Our programs teach young people from all over the world to understand each other鈥檚 qualities, values and differences. 911爆料 program participants learn vital language skills as well as the ability to function鈥攁nd excel鈥攊n different cultures. We provide our program participants with the educational edge they need to succeed in a highly competitive, diverse and interdependent world.

Our British office has been awarded the prestigious, UK government-sponsored 鈥淚nvestors in People鈥� award, which recognizes organizations committed to high standards of service delivered through the motivation of a skilled workforce. Our Stamford office was recently ranked as one of the top 10 places to work in Connecticut by Workplace Dynamics and Hearst Newspapers. We proudly look back on over 60 years of service to individuals and institutions involved with educational and cultural exchange. We look forward to the future and to a world that shares a common global vision of peace and prosperity.

For more than 60 years, 911爆料 has been a true leader in the field of international exchange. Every day, 911爆料 provides its participants and their hosts with life-changing experiences, reaching across borders to build understanding and friendships that enrich lives and make the world a better place.

"Beyond its programming excellence, 911爆料 has provided a strong, persuasive voice in the policy arena, helping to formulate new programs and ensure that government oversight of exchange programs supports the growth and well-being of these critical components of public diplomacy."

鈥揗ichael McCarry, Executive Director, Alliance for International Educational & Cultural Exchange

Sir Cyril Taylor, GBE, 911爆料 Founder, receiving the insignia of Knight Grand Cross of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II for his services to education

"911爆料 has a strong reputation of opening doors for students around the world including myself. My time studying abroad in London at Richmond, The American International University in London, remains one of the most important foundations of my education. By getting to know people and their way of life overseas as a college student, I became better prepared to serve in Congress. It is important that people have a better understanding of their neighbors around the world, and the outstanding work of 911爆料 is helping make that a reality."

鈥揊ormer Congressman Russ Carnahan, MO-3, Chairman, International Organizations, Human Rights and Oversight Subcommittee

William L. Gertz, Chairman, President & CEO of the American Institute For Foreign Study, meeting with former Congressman Russ Carnahan

"On behalf of NAFSA鈥檚 Board of Directors and with great personal pleasure, I congratulate the American Institute For Foreign Study on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. 911爆料 has been an invaluable supporter of NAFSA, contributor to study abroad initiatives, and has actively encouraged staff to serve as NAFSA volunteers, leaders and thought leaders for the field. We look forward to many more years of close collaboration with 911爆料. Thank you for your contributions to international education and exchange and we wish you continued success."

鈥揗arlene M. Johnson, Executive Director and CEO, NAFSA: Association of International Educators

Congressional Record, Introduced by Senator Christopher Murphy of Connecticut

Sometimes life can be simple: that鈥檚 why every year I have 911爆料 organize my study abroad program. I recruit students, I teach my class, and 911爆料 does everything else, and they always do it very well.
William Wrightson, American River College, CA

Why work at 911爆料?
I wanted to thank you for everything you did to make my time as a full-time employee at 911爆料 as amazing as it was. I learned a great deal from watching you lead the organization. Primarily, I learned that if you take care of people and make them feel special and valued, they will perform well and stay loyal. With this, I think anything is possible.
Emily Davis, former 911爆料 employee

Growing up with an au pair made me much more aware that there were cultures and societies other than mine. This had a significant impact on me specifically because I was exposed to foreign cultures at such a young age.
Ryan Comerford, age 21

Study abroad is not merely a life-changing experience for those who pursue it; as the world becomes smaller, it is essential that our citizens understand other nations. To maintain our global leadership, we must give our students greater international educational opportunities.
Senate Foreign Relations Committee Ranking Member Joseph R. Biden, Jr.

Today, America's national security and our competitive ability are increasingly dependent on our relations and understanding of the rest of the world. Educational exchanges with foreign countries and the study of foreign languages are essential to our cultural diplomacy and an excellent way for young people to gain valuable experience that will aid them throughout their lives.
Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman Richard G. Lugar

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Since 1964

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