The Iraqi Young Leaders Exchange Program (IYLEP) enables 50 outstanding undergraduate students from Iraq to attend an intensive academic summer program at a U.S. host university.
Apply
Applications for 2010 are now closed.
Please check back for updates regarding future opportunities.
-Have a valid Iraqi A or G passport valid through July 2012 or later
-Be a current undergraduate student in your first, second, or third year at an Iraqi university
-Have an excellent record of academic achievement (note: your academic record may be subject to verification at any time during the application process)
-Be a citizen and current resident of Iraq (note: applicants with dual U.S. citizenship/residency will not be considered)
-Be proficient in the English language
-Have not previously participated in a U.S.-government sponsored exchange program