Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX) Global Program supports high school students through a U.S. exchange year that develops leadership, community engagement, and skills to benefit their home communities.
Applications for FLEX Global 2027–2028 in Kyrgyzstan are now closed, replacing the October 5–22, 2026 application window. Second-round results will be announced in late November or December; application instructions and the eligibility section have also been removed.
Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX) Global Abroad supports American high school students in a year of overseas schooling, host-family living, and leadership activities to broaden perspectives and strengthen ties.
Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program supports high school students in a U.S. academic-year exchange to develop leadership skills, share their cultures, and build lasting relationships.
Professional Fellows Program (PFP) supports emerging leaders from Europe and Eurasia through U.S. placements and reciprocal exchanges to strengthen professional skills, mutual understanding, and partnerships.
Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study Abroad (YES Abroad) supports American high school students in overseas study and cultural exchange to develop leadership and build mutual understanding.
Fulbright U.S. Student Program supports U.S. students, young professionals, and artists with fellowships to pursue study, research, or English teaching abroad, plus critical-language study.