Opportunity is just the beginning.

Highly respected for connecting the brightest students across the globe with leading private schools in the United States, ASSIST Scholars is a mission-driven high school cultural exchange program.

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Fast Facts ASSIST by the numbers '25-'26

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Our Promise Transforming excellence into opportunity—and opportunity into impact.

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We are committed to excellence in global education.

ASSIST connects top international students with leading private high schools across the U.S. and Canada. This scholarship experience strengthens student résumés, supports school missions, and enables donors to make a meaningful global impact

Excellence in Global Education

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We are committed to excellence in global education.

ASSIST connects top international students with leading private high schools across the U.S. and Canada. This scholarship experience strengthens student résumés, supports school missions, and enables donors to make a meaningful global impact

Unmatched Expertise

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We bring unmatched expertise in recruiting and preparing exceptional students.

From selection to placement, orientation, and ongoing support, ASSIST ensures every scholar is fully prepared for success at their host school. Students arrive confident, connected, and ready to thrive

A Transformational Experience

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We make this experience transformational.

ASSIST thoughtfully places each scholar with a school aligned to their goals and values, creating academic and community connections that spark transformational growth. One year of shared learning and cultural exchange broadens perspectives, accelerates personal development, and opens lifelong opportunities

Searching for Potential

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We search the world for potential.

Each year, ASSIST evaluates over 1,000 applications to identify driven, talented students with leadership potential. Selected scholars stand out for their character, academic promise, and ability to make a lasting global impact.

Opportunity Becomes Impact

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We transform opportunity into impact.

ASSIST brings together exceptional students, leading schools, and mission-driven donors to create a more connected and compassionate world. The global ASSIST network of scholars and alumni drives social impact, cultural understanding, and ethical leadership across borders.

Because the world needs voices more than echoes.

Our Scholars The leaders of tomorrow.

Our Schools Where institutions and individuals elevate each other.

ASSIST member schools are among the best in North America. With small, student-centered classes and world-class campuses, they offer academic opportunities and extracurriculars that leave a lasting impact on each student.

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