Student Advising Services

The doors of U.S. educational institutions are open to all qualified students from around the world. The United States is proud of an educational system that attracts students and scholars from across the globe. In the words of President Bush, "We ... encourage international students to take part in our educational system. ....The relationships that are formed between individuals from different countries, as part of international education programs and exchanges ...foster goodwill that develops into vibrant, mutually beneficial partnerships among nations." 

• educationUSA 
• Statement on International Education Week 2007 by Secretary of State, Condoleezza Rice

The American Center, the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy, Dhaka provides accurate, unbiased information on all accredited U.S. higher education institutions to prospective students in order to assist students applying to U.S. universities.

The following services are offered at the American Center for students seeking information about education opportunities in the United States:

• Individual advising sessions with the educational advisor from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Sunday to Wednesday.
• Pre-departure orientation programs to prepare students for their stay at American colleges and universities. Also individual orientation from the Advisor before departure.
• Test information and application bulletins for the TOEFL^®, SAT^®,  GRE^®, GMAT^® and USMLE^® exams, and information on how to register and pay for the tests.
• Catalogs and CDs of colleges and universities in the United States.
• Academic reference materials and directories for undergraduate and graduate study; subject guides; test preparatory guides; video tapes; and other educational training programs.
• Video programs on U.S. higher education and college campuses, every Sunday and Monday at 3:00 PM.
• Financial aid directories.



• Seminar Notice: Student Visa Seminar (June 25, 2009) (New)
• Group Advising Sessions (New)
TOEFL iBT Tour (New)
Education USA Weekly Update (New)
College and University Education in the United States
Frequently Asked Questions
Useful Resources for The Student
Basic Documents Needed to Apply for a Student Visa
Bangladesh Educational Structure