EducationUSA Samoa

| Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement

Are you passionate about transforming education?
Seize this incredible opportunity to elevate your teaching skills through this prestigious Fulbright Program!

Engage in dynamic seminars at a top U.S. university, exploring cutting-edge teaching methods, student-centered approaches, lesson planning, and tech innovations. Dive into U.S. history and education systems to broaden your global perspective.

Get hands-on experience with a minimum of 40 hours working alongside a U.S. partner teacher in a local secondary school—practical, real-world teaching practice that makes a difference. Plus, immerse yourself in American culture through vibrant cultural activities and community engagement.

Don’t miss out on this chance to grow professionally, connect internationally, and inspire change in your classroom.

Apply Here: https://fulbright.irex.org/Account/Login
Due Date: March 20, 2026 (4:pm Apia Time)

For more information: https://ws.usembassy.gov/fulbright-teaching-excellence-and-achievement-2026/

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Calling Samoan Filmmakers! You are invited to apply for the American Film Showcase – Sports Documentary Residency.

Films submitted must be focused on:
• Athletes, teams, or competitions
• Training, preparation, and performance
• Amateur, professional, youth, or community sports
• Sports history or behind-the-scenes perspectives
• And as specified by the guide.

For more information https://ws.usembassy.gov/american-film-showcase-sports-documentary-residency/

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✅Are you a Samoan secondary school teacher or administrator?
✅Are you interested in participating in a 4-week postgraduate opportunity at a U.S. university in May-June 2026 to deepen your understanding of teaching about the United States?

Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSI) for Secondary Educators program. The Embassy will select one Samoan Educator/administrator for the SUSI post-graduate level program, designed to deepen your understanding of the United States and give you the tools to strengthen your school’s curricula. The program will take place at various academic institutions throughout the U.S. with rigorous, dedicated program content promoting American excellence and innovation.

📝Apply now

🗓 Deadline to apply: 4:00pm January 23, 2026 (Apia time)
For more details about the program, eligibility, and the application form, ➡️ https://ws.usembassy.gov/2026-study-of-the-u-s-institutes-susi-for-secondary-educators/ OR 📧email: [email protected]

✉️ Submit your application to: [email protected]

Merry Christmas from the EducationUSA Samoa team.

Ia manuia le Kerismasi ma ia maua se tausaga fou fiafia ma le filemu.

| As we celebrate IEW in Samoa, we highlight three emerging Samoan leaders who participted in our International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) to the United States in 2024.

Meet Juliet Enid Westerlund who went to the U.S. on an exchange for Empowering Women Leaders in STEM.

| As we celebrate IEW in Samoa, we will highlight three emerging Samoan leaders who participted in our International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) to the United States in 2024.

Meet Francis Clara Ah Kuoi who went to the U.S. on an NGO Management exchange.

| As we celebrate IEW in Samoa, we will highlight three emerging Samoan leaders who participted in our International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) to the United States in 2024.

Meet Wesele Koroicumu who went on the Samoan Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management IVLP program.

| As we celebrate IEW in Samoa, we highlight three emerging Samoan leaders who participted in our International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) to the United States in 2024.

People from Samoa are eligible for this great opportunity! Click on the link below - learn more - apply!

U.S. South Pacific Scholarship Program 2025 (Fully-funded) – Opportunity Desk Deadline: January 15, 2024 Applications are open for the U.S. South Pacific Scholarship Program 2025. The U.S. South Pacific Scholarship Program (USSP), authorized by the U.S. Congress and funded by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State, is a competitive, mer...