Today, the U.S. Embassy in Dhaka inaugurated a college fair at the EMK Center, bringing together prospective students and representatives from leading U.S. institutions. Organized by the U.S. Embassy through its official EducationUSA platform, in collaboration with EdPrograms, the event attracted more than 500 visitors from across the city.
During his opening remarks, Public Engagement Director Scott Hartmann praised the achievements of Bangladeshi students in the United States, stating, “Bangladeshi students are an integral part of campus communities across the United States, contributing to a wide range of activities such as student leadership, sports, performing arts, hackathons, and debates—preparing them for future achievements. Whether driving innovative research or fostering cultural connections, these Bangladeshi students continue to leave a lasting impact on U.S. campuses.” He also highlighted the growing number of Bangladeshi students pursuing higher education in the United States, noting that Bangladesh currently ranks 13th among the top countries sending students to U.S. institutions.
The fair offered prospective undergraduate and graduate students, along with teachers, parents, and school counselors, the opportunity to interact with admissions representatives from 10 prestigious U.S. universities. The following institutions participated in the fair:
- Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
- New Jersey Institute of Technology
- Iowa State University
- University of South Dakota
- University at Buffalo, The State University of New York
- University of Kansas
- New York Institute of Technology
- Central Michigan University
- DePauw University
- University of Arizona
During the 2022-2023 academic year, the United States continued to be a leading destination for international students, with Bangladesh ranking as the 13th largest contributor for the second year in a row. Over the past decade, Bangladeshi students in the United States have skyrocketed, increasing from 3,828 in 2012-2013 to 13,563 in 2022-2023.
EducationUSA is a U.S. government-sponsored global network of over 425 international student advising centers in 178 countries. The network promotes U.S. higher education to students around the world by offering free and comprehensive information about opportunities to study at accredited institutions in the United States. For more information on EducationUSA, visit https://educationusa.state.gov/ and follow EducationUSA Bangladesh’s official Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/EdUSABangladesh/.