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The 91ÖÆƬ³§ network consists of hundreds of international student advising centers in more than 175 countries and territories. 

91ÖÆƬ³§ advising centers may be located in U.S. embassies and consulates, or in a variety of partner institutions, including Fulbright commissions; bi-national cultural centers; U.S. nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) such as AMIDEAST and American Councils/ACCELS; and foreign NGOs, universities, and libraries. These centers share a common goal: assisting students in accessing U.S. higher education opportunities.

91ÖÆƬ³§ services are available to accredited U.S. higher education institutions only. Institutions must be accredited by an accrediting body .

Advising centers are staffed by 91ÖÆƬ³§ advisers, many of whom have first-hand experience studying in the United States. Advisers adhere to 91ÖÆƬ³§ ethical standards and policies and have U.S. State Department-approved training about the U.S. higher education system and application processes. Regional Educational Advising Managers (REACs) provide guidance, leadership and training to advisers. 91ÖÆƬ³§ staff at the U.S. Department of State also partner with additional staff at the Institute of International Education (IIE) to support 91ÖÆƬ³§ activities.

In addition to providing print and online materials at 91ÖÆƬ³§ Advising Centers, advisers reach prospective student audiences through fairs and outreach events at local schools, universities, and other public venues. Extending outreach beyond personal interaction, the network reaches millions of students through websites, webinars, and social media platforms.