The EducationUSA Advising Center at the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent is here to help those interested in studying in the U.S. by offering accurate, comprehensive, and current information about applying to accredited U.S. colleges and universities. Every week, the center organizes group advising sessions that cover various aspects of studying in the U.S., help students understand application processes, meet (virtually or live) with university representatives, better prepare for standardized tests, learn about the experiences of American university alumni from Uzbekistan, and more. Students can make an individual appointment to meet with EducationUSA adviser to discuss particular interests and concerns, but must attend a group session entitled “Five Steps to U.S. Study” prior to meeting with an adviser. Reference books and materials are available for public use.
EducationUSA at U.S. Embassy Tashkent
Services
One-on-One Advising
Audience: International Students
Advising by Appointments
Audience: International Students
Drop-In Advising
Audience: International Students
Group Presentations/ Sessions
Audience: International Students
Computer/ Internet Access/ Use
Audience: International Students
DVDs/ Videos
Audience: International Students
Library Hours
Audience: International Students
Credential Attestation
Audience: International Students
Maintain a College Catalogue Library
Audience: U.S. Higher Education Professionals
Maintain a Media Library (DVD/ CD/ VHS)
Audience: U.S. Higher Education Professionals
Host DVCs for U.S. Higher Education
Audience: U.S. Higher Education Professionals
Host Online Chat / Webinar Sessions
Audience: U.S. Higher Education Professionals
Information on Local Government and Foundation Scholarships
Audience: U.S. Higher Education Professionals
Credential Translation/ Verification Services
Audience: U.S. Higher Education Professionals
Verify the Recognition / Certification/ Accreditation of Local Institutions
Audience: U.S. Higher Education Professionals
Recommend Visits/ Meetings for U.S. Institutions
Audience: U.S. Higher Education Professionals
Assist U.S. Representatives in Contacting Local Colleges/ Universities
Audience: U.S. Higher Education Professionals
Test Preparation Materials
Audience: International Students
Events
Financial Aid
Special Programs
EducationUSA Academy Scholarship Program
Description: EducationUSA Uzbekistan administers the U.S. Embassy’s funded scholarships for local high school students to attend EducationUSA Academy program.
EducationUSA Academy is a program for 15 to 17 year old students who are interested in studying in the USA. This pre-college academic enrichment program helps students from Uzbekistan to prepare strong applications to U.S. universities and be successful in their college careers.
Starting from 2018 there are more than 90 alumni of the EducationUSA Academy program. In the framework of this program students from Uzbekistan were placed at the following U.S. institutions:
Syracuse University
Diablo Valley College
St. Cloud State University
Boston University
University of Colorado-Boulder
Northwestern University
University of Tennessee-Knoxville
John Hopkins University
Many of the alumni of the program are pursuing their degrees in the United States.
Eligibility Requirements: Candidates applying for the EducationUSA Academy Connects Scholarship Program should:
be a citizen of Uzbekistan;
be between 15 and 17 years of age;
be a high school student;
be proficient in English;
be interested in applying to the U.S. universities and colleges;
be mature and self-disciplined students with a commitment to active participation in the Academy and its programming;
have a sustained high level of academic achievement, as indicated by grades and awards;
have little or no prior study or travel experience in the United States or elsewhere outside of their home country;
be mature, responsible, independent, confident, open-minded, tolerant, thoughtful, and inquisitive.
EducationUSA Fair
Description: EducationUSA Uzbekistan hosts EducationUSA Fairs for U.S. institutions and colleges.
In 2019 over 2,000 eager participants filled the ballroom of the conference hall in one of the hotels in Tashkent for the first ever EducationUSA Fair in Uzbekistan. Representatives from 16 U.S. universities and community colleges participated in the fair.
Since 2020 EducationUSA Uzbekistan also participated at the virtual fairs, and attracted more than 1500 students interested in studying in the United States.
EducationUSA South and Central Asia Regional Forum
Description: Uzbekistan hosts first-ever EdUSA regional forum for 50+ universities
PDS supported the first EducationUSA South and Central Asia Regional Forum in Tashkent from October 18-20. The Forum included representatives from more than 50 U.S. higher education institutes and drew an unprecedented 1,300 Uzbekistani youth as part of the U.S. Higher Education Fair on October 19. Following the Forum, representatives from 10 U.S. universities visited the EducationUSA advising centers at the American Corners in Namangan and Qarshi. The participation of so many U.S. universities and overwhelming interest from local audiences in U.S. higher education underscores the integral role EducationUSA plays and opportunities for further expansion.
Program Highlights
EducationUSA Academy Scholarship Program
Description: EducationUSA Uzbekistan administers the U.S. Embassy’s funded scholarships for local high school students to attend EducationUSA Academy program.
EducationUSA Academy is a program for 15 to 17 year old students who are interested in studying in the USA. This pre-college academic enrichment program helps students from Uzbekistan to prepare strong applications to U.S. universities and be successful in their college careers.
Starting from 2018 there are 8 alumni of the EducationUSA Academy program.
In 2021 due to pandemic 27 high school students from Uzbekistan joined the new virtual EducationUSA Academy Connects program at four U.S. host institutions.
EducationUSA Uzbekistan Celebrates International Education Week
Description: Every year the EducationUSA Advising Center organizes a series of events to celebrate International Education Week (IEW). IEW is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education that celebrates and promotes the benefits of international education and exchange programs worldwide.
Throughout the week, the EducationUSA Center holds events celebrating international education, informing students about opportunities to study in the US. It also organizes the EducationUSA Fair with the participation of the Fulbright English Teaching Assistants and English Language Fellows representing their alma maters.
EducationUSA Uzbekistan Virtual College Prep Club
Description: EducationUSA Uzbekistan offers Virtual College Preparation Club for high school students from across Uzbekistan. The seven-month club is run by Virtual Student Federal Service interns, university students from the United States. Working alongside EducationUSA advisers, the interns help students develop their skills to become competitive applicants to U.S. colleges and universities. Students also take TOEFL and SAT preparation classes. Ten students from the first two cohorts are studying in the United States, and more are planning to apply this fall.
Walk-in Address
U.S. Embassy, 3, Moyqorghon Street 5th Block
Yunusobod District
100093 Tashkent
Uzbekistan Mailing Address
U.S. Embassy, 3, Moyqorghon Street 5th Block
Tashkent
Uzbekistan Virtual Hours
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 9:00-17:00
Tuesday: 9:00-17:00
Wednesday: 9:00-17:00
Thursday: 9:00-17:00
Friday: 9:00-17:00
Saturday: Closed
Monday: 9:00-17:00
Tuesday: 9:00-17:00
Wednesday: 9:00-17:00
Thursday: 9:00-17:00
Friday: 9:00-17:00
Saturday: Closed
Phone
+998 71 140 2447