Welcome to American Councils for International Education: ACTR/ACCELS, Kyiv, Ukraine

American Councils Ukraine
American Councils first opened its doors in Ukraine in 1992. Since then American Councils has administered numerous programs sponsored by the US Government, developed projects in civil society building and contributed to the development of standardized testing in Ukraine. Our staff of seasoned professionals is trained to serve the Ukrainian public in the field of educational exchanges between the US and Ukraine.

Standardized Testing

ETS
American Councils is a leader in the field of standardized testing and has been a long standing partner of ETS. American Councils has administered the TOEFL, SAT, GRE and GMAT exams in Ukraine since 1993. Most recently American Councils has embarked on the administration of the TOEIC exam, which allows employers the opportunity to obtain a rating of professional English language abilities of current and potential employees. American Councils also offers the Institutional Testing Program-TOEFL (ITP-TOEFL) exam to individuals and institutions and can assisting in obtaining preparation materials.

CIPA-CAP
American Councils assisted in the establishment of CIPA-CAP testing for international certification of public accountants from 2001 through 2004, as a partner in the Ukraine Accounting Reform Project (UARP), funded by the US Agency for International Development (USAID). Our staff is trained in testing security, printing, proctoring and reporting.

Programs

ECA Exchange Programs
Currently American Councils administers the following programs of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the US Department of State (click here for more information about ECA):

FLEX - Future Leaders Exchange Program This is a program for 8th, 9th and 10th graders that meet age requirement defined yearly. Participants are tested and interviewed by American representatives of American Councils. Finalists receive scholarships for one academic year of study in American high schools and live with host families.

Other Exchange Programs

Open World
American Councils also administers the Open World Program for emerging leaders of Ukraine. Open World is a program of the Open World Leadership Center, and is funded by the US Library of Congress. For more information about Open World and the Open World Leadership center click here.

Education USA
Since 1994, American Councils has also administered the International Educational Advising Center (IEAC), an Education USA network center, also funded by ECA, in Kyiv, Ukraine. The IEAC holds lectures on the process of applying to US colleges and universities and also offers other services to Ukrainian citizens interested in educational opportunities in the US. The IEAC can also assist Ukrainian educational institutions in developing partnerships with US institutions. To find out more about the IEAC click here. The center also maintains an electronic mailing list to inform Ukrainian institutions about educational opportunities in the US. If you would like to be added to this list, contact the IEAC at ieac@americancouncilskyiv.org.ua

Alumni
Over five thousand participants of US Government sponsored programs from Ukraine have studied in the US through American Councils. Apart from the programs listed above, in the past, American Councils also administered the Fulbright Program, the Junior Faculty Development Program, the Regional Scholars Exchange Program, The Edmund S. Muskie Graduate Fellowship Program and the FSA Undergraduate Exchange Program.
Work with participants does not end after participants complete their program in the US. Upon completing a program in the US, participants become ?alumni? of the program and American Councils actively continues contact with them. By organizing activities such as seminars, conferences, trainings, round-table discussions, panel discussions and supporting alumni initiatives, American Councils builds on the US experience of the alumni to support their efforts in working toward the establishment of democratic principles, civil society and a market economy in Ukraine. To see a list of past activities organized and supported by American Councils in Ukraine click here. Announcements regarding future activities planned for alumni of various programs are posted on this web-site in the CALENDAR section.

The Successes of Alumni
American Councils believes in the strength and ability of each individual alumnus to make a difference in bringing about mutual understanding and cooperation between Ukraine and the international community. Through sharing their experience, professional growth and community service many alumni have contributed to furthering democracy in their home country and throughout the world. To view success stories about alumni in Ukraine click here.

The Alumni Resource Center
In 2002, with support from the Public Affairs Section of the US Embassy in Kyiv, American Councils Established the Kyiv Alumni Resource Center for US Government Sponsored Alumni (ARC). The goal of the center is to strengthen the alumni activity in Ukraine. The Alumni Resource Center will be open to all individuals participated in programs sponsored by the US Government. Click here to learn more about the ARC and its activities.

Programs and Opportunities for US Citizens

American Councils also administers programs that bring students, researchers and scholars from the US to Ukraine. To learn more about these programs click here.

Host Families
Often, these individuals are placed in host families. If you would like to host a US student, or know someone who does, contact American Councils by phone, e-mail or fax. The application may be e-mailed general@americancouncilskyiv.org.ua or faxed to American Councils at 044-482-02-20.

Logistics
American Councils can also assist with logistical arrangements for individuals and groups travelling from the US to Ukraine for educational purposes. To learn more about these services click here .

Short-Term Opportunities
Throughout the year, American Councils looks for US specialists in the field of education to serve on selection committees and as trainers. If you are currently in Ukraine, or will be visiting Ukraine for an extended period of time and are interested in putting your skills to use.

Internships for Ukrainian Students
American Councils also hosts an Internship Program for Ukrainian students, who know English, and are interested in developing their professional skills. The Internship Program is run on a six month basis, January through June and July through December. Interns receive training in December and June. Interns are later able to list the opportunity on their resume, use the experience toward ?praktika? at their institutions and receive a letter of recommendation. If you would like to gain skills in a professional international environment click here to learn more and download an application.

Ukrainian Specialists Needed
American Councils also encourages Ukrainian specialists interested in serving on selection committees, as trainers, presenters or lecturers to contact us.