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🇺🇸 Fully Funded to the United States: U.S. Department of State Exchange Community College Initiative (CCI) Program 2023/2024 for Technical and Vocational Students

   

The Community College Initiative Program (CCI) provides scholarships to spend up to one academic year at a United States community college. Participants build technical skills and may earn certificates in their fields of study.  Through professional internships, service learning, and community engagement activities, participants strengthen English language proficiency and immerse themselves in the culture and day-to-day life in the United States.

Participants study in one of the following eligible fields: agriculture, applied engineering, business management and administration, early childhood education, information technology, media, public safety, and tourism and hospitality management.

CCI Program participants are recruited from historically underrepresented and underserved communities. After completing the program, participants return home with new skills and expertise to help them contribute to the economic growth and development of their country.

Eligibility Requirements

All applicants must:

  • Be able to begin the academic exchange program in the United States in July 2022
  • Be 18 years old at the start of the program
  • Have a diploma from a secondary school
  • Possess a basic knowledge of English
  • Desire to build professional and leadership skills to contribute to the development of their home communities
  • Be able to begin the academic exchange program in the United States in July 2020
  • Meet country-specific requirements

Benefits

Financial Provisions of the Grant
• J-1 visa support.
• Round-trip travel from participant’s home city to host institution in the United States.
• Tuition and mandatory college fees.
• Housing and meals.
• Small allowance for books, materials, and incidental expenses.
• Limited Accident and Sickness coverage that is J-visa compliant.
• A variety of personal and professional development activities.

To Get More Information & Apply: Visit the Official Webpage

Application Deadline: December 16, 2022

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Lucius is the founder and lead writer at Careerical.com, your trusted resource for international job opportunities, visa sponsorship guidance, and career development strategies. With over 12 years of experience driving triple-digit growth in telecom and fintech, Lucius is a certified customer relationship professional and digital ecosystem strategist. At Careerical, he combines deep industry insights with a passion for helping professionals navigate global job markets—whether you're exploring Canadian work visas, landing remote jobs in Europe, or applying for fully funded scholarships. His writing has earned him recognition as his State’s “Best Essayist,” and he continues to deliver research-backed, reader-focused content that ranks and converts. Follow Careerical for expert tips on visa applications, job search strategies, and how to build a career that travels.

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