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SAF Staff Spotlight: Alex de Gala

Learn more about our Lead Program Specialist, Alex de Gala from SAF Headquarters in Chicago!

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A Week in Cape Town: SAF China Students Immerse Themselves in African Studies with IES Abroad

SAF China students from Nankai University embarked on a one-week immersive study abroad experience at IES Abroad Cape Town.

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2025 TOEFL SAF Scholarship Recipients Announced

We are proud to announce the recipients of the 2nd TOEFL - SAF Scholarship.

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Explore a world of possibilities with SAF’s new Summer and Fall 2025 program offerings

SAF’s exciting new offerings for Summer and Fall 2025 feature a mix of academic programs and internships in destinations like Dublin, London, and Seoul.

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SAF Welcomes Zachariah Simon as Its New Executive Director

Zachariah Simon will step into a new role as Executive Director of SAF, managing the daily operations of its programs.

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Carol Carmody Appointed As Senior Associate Vice President for International Partner Development, IES Global

Starting January 1, 2025, Carol Carmody will take on the new role, dedicated to expanding IES Global’s worldwide partnerships.

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Sophia University Joins SAF After Hosting Landmark IAU Conference in Tokyo

SAF and Sophia University celebrated signing an MOA after the Tokyo university hosted a historic international education event.

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Top Korean Universities Convene at SAF Korea Event to Discuss Emerging Study Abroad Trends

University of Seoul and POSTECH delegates attended the SAF Korea event to glean insights about study abroad trends.

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SAF Workshop at CACIE 2024 Leads the Conversation on Quality Study Abroad Programs

SAF hosted a successful morning of presentations at CACIE 2024, featuring expert insights on student exchange programs.

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Apply For Your Passport Today

Getting your passport and visa are crucial steps for studying abroad. Applying for both can take several months - especially with COVID-19 realities around the world! Make sure you plan ahead.

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