Academic Exchange - A Pillar of American Public Diplomacy

Academic exchange has long been a pillar of American public diplomacy, using people-to-people interaction to form relationships, and help shape the minds of those who participate. Since 1946, the Fulbright Program has been a flagship of exchange, but it is far from the only program today. This fact sheet outlines the national security benefits of academic exchange, highlights the types of government sponsored programs, and explores the metrics surrounding these exchanges.