MISSION
To promote and support study abroad experiences for students all over the world.
FOR SCHOOLS
Gide USA advises American schools with the I-17 process to start and maintenance of an international program, as well as advisement on recruitment, school partnerships, F-1 student visa regulations and mission opportunities. Gide USA also provides Administrator tours to visit schools in the U.S.A. and in foreign countries to develop partnerships.
FOR STUDENTS
Gide USA supports the admission process to U.S. schools and universities, host family placement and offers guardian services. Gide USA also provides summer camps, winter camps and short programs through U.S. partner schools.
FOR HOST FAMILIES
Gide USA offers monthly support to American families who host international students living in their home.
GENERAL SERVICES
Professional consultation is offered in the following areas:
College and university admissions counseling for F-1 students
International program development for K-12 schools
Foreign credit evaluation support for college transfer students
F-1 visa and I-20 advisement including OPT, CPT, and STEM-OPT for foreign students
U.S. government Apostille service for school transcripts
One-on-one English language sessions by video for International students
One-on-one Korean language sessions by video for American students
“It is the responsibility of educators to support global education in schools. The result of serving international students well within a student body removes potential biases toward those who are ethnically and culturally different than ourselves.” - Jodi Gill