The United States – India Educational Foundation (USIEF) promotes mutual understanding between the nationals of India and the nationals of the US through the educational exchange of outstanding scholars, professionals and students. Since its inception, USIEF has awarded approximately 17,000 Fulbright, Fulbright-Nehru, and other prestigious grants and scholarships in almost every academic discipline. USIEF’s major activities: * Administration of Fulbright-Nehru and other Fulbright Fellowships for Indian and American students, faculty and professionals * Promotion of dialogue among Fulbrighters and their communities as an outgrowth of educational exchange * Educational Advising Services for Indian students interested in pursuing higher education in the US, and for US students interested in studying abroad in India * Serve as a resource for fostering linkages between higher education institutions in the US and India through its office of US – India Higher Education Cooperation (USIHEC)