Fairs and Events

EducationUSA coordinates and participates in a variety of fairs, conferences, and events throughout the year.

U.S. higher education representatives are invited to visit the EducationUSA Fair Portal to create an account and to access details and register to exhibit at upcoming student recruitment fairs. Check out our events page for information on other events including the EducationUSA Forum, regional forums, international student fairs, and conferences.  Information is also posted in the monthly HEI eNews (login to this website and click "subscriptions" in the left toolbar to opt in) and our Facebook page.  Learn how you can host advisers on your campus in conjunction with trainings and conferences. 

EducationUSA Forum

The U.S. Department of State’s EducationUSA network looks forward to hosting the EducationUSA Forum, held in Washington D.C.  The EducationUSA Forum provides opportunities for representatives of U.S. colleges and universities to engage with EducationUSA staff and explore strategies for reaching overseas student audiences and ensuring the success of international students on U.S. campuses.  Registrants attend panels and skills workshops on a diverse range of topics led by U.S. government officials, U.S. higher education professionals, and EducationUSA overseas staff. 

EducationUSA Regional Forums

EducationUSA holds forums internationally that bring together advisers located in one world region and U.S. higher education institutions.  U.S. higher education professionals are invited to register to attend, to propose presentations or specialized training sessions, to share best practices, and to network with advisers and REACs during these events.  The 2025 EducationUSA Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Regional Forum will take place in-person, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from October 14-16, 2025.  Visit the event registration site for more information. 

EducationUSA International Student Fairs

EducationUSA runs international student fairs both in-person and online throughout the year. Over 40 fairs with potential for U.S. higher education participation take place each year. Many of these are part of larger multi-city fair circuits that decrease travel costs and maximize recruitment potential.  We encourage you to browse upcoming international student recruitment fairs on the EducationUSA Fair Registration Portal.

International Conferences

EducationUSA representatives attend a variety of international higher education association conferences, such as APAIE, EAIE, CAIE, and IC3 to promote U.S. higher education. 

U.S. Conferences

Anticipated 2025 EducationUSA Conference Participation:

In addition, we are pleased to attend  NAFSA Regional conferences when possible. EducationUSA welcomes invitations and recommendations for participation in future conferences with organizations focused on higher education.  For more information please email: educationusa@state.gov