Karachi – November 18, 2022: The U.S. Consulate General in Karachi in collaboration with EducationUSA celebrated International Education Week (IEW), November 14-18, with a series of in-person, hybrid, and virtual events that underscored the advantages of U.S. higher education. Geared towards students, parents, and school counselors, these activities focused on the unparalleled international student experience and the wealth of quality programs and opportunities available in the United States.
IEW highlights the shared value the United States and Pakistan place on higher education and educational exchanges and illustrates the impact a?first-rate?education can make to an individual, a community, and a nation.? Each year, the U.S. government supports approximately 800 Pakistanis to study in the United States, including?fully funded fellowships for 100 masters and 50 PhD candidates through our flagship Fulbright Program.?
The highlight of this year’s IEW celebrations in Karachi was a reception for university and high school education counselors hosted by the U.S. Consul General to honor their exceptional performance and dedication. Consul General Nicole Theriot noted, “International students gain cutting-edge skills and a better appreciation of the complexity, challenges, and opportunities of life in the 21st century. The experience broadens their world view and gives them an edge in today’s competitive job market. These educational opportunities?at top-quality U.S. academic institutions?represent an important investment in Pakistan’s future and are emblematic of the value the United States places on our partnership with Pakistan.? Upon their return, these students are poised to succeed in their chosen professional fields and make meaningful contributions to Pakistan and the world.”
Consul General Theriot further noted, “Higher education in the United States is not just about a rigorous academic experience; it is also about personal growth spurred on by being in a culturally diverse environment. With over 4,000 options to choose from, finding a ‘best fit’ school is no easy feat – EducationUSA advisers and counselors in Pakistan are doing a great job of helping strong students identify institutions where they can truly thrive. IEW activities, driven by the multi-faceted benefits of U.S. higher education, strengthen our commitment to educational exchange between both countries.”
Other IEW events included a radio series on educational opportunities in the United States, outreach events on exchange programs at local universities, a Twitter Spaces discussion on “What is the Fulbright Scholarship and How to Prepare” with Fulbright alumni, exchange alumni panels on college and career readiness, and a Facebook live session on student visas.
EducationUSA is the official U.S. government source of information on U.S. higher education. It offers accurate, comprehensive, and current information on accredited postsecondary institutions in the United States, and free guidance and assistance to students interested in applying to U.S. colleges and universities. In Pakistan, EducationUSA is hosted at the United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP), a bi-national commission established in 1950 by the Governments of Pakistan and the United States. USEFP also administers the prestigious Fulbright Student Program and several other scholarships and exchange programs for Pakistani students interested in studying in the United States.
