IIE Global Partnership Service (IIE GPS)
Identifying U.S. Partners for Higher Education Institutions Worldwide
Established in 1919, the Institute of International Education (IIE) is one of the world’s oldest and largest international
education training and networking organizations. IIE’s Global Partnership Service (GPS) offers expertise to higher
education institutions around the world seeking academic partnerships in the United States. GPS utilizes the IIE
membership network of over 1,000 institutions to assist higher education institutions in identifying potential partners.
Standard GPS Package: Fee: $1,750 (IIE Network Members) • $2,500 (Non-Members)
The Standard Global Partnership Service Package includes the following five services:
1) IIE Global Partnership Toolkit
Comprehensive set of materials compiled by IIE outlining strategies for partnership building. Includes case studies,
articles, best practices for partnership building, and practical tools, such as MOU templates.
2) IIE’s Strategic Planning Worksheet
Self-guided planning document to help determine institutional partnership priorities and strategies.
3) Strategy Meeting
Phone call with an IIE GPS staff member to discuss partnership strategies.
4) Partner Search Announcement
IIE will send a customized announcement via the IIE.Interactive, a weekly email newsletter reaching IIE’s
Membership Network of over 1,000 institutions worldwide, to facilitate your partner search.
5) Shortlist of Potential Partner Institutions
IIE’s GPS staff will develop a list of up to 8 potential U.S. partner institutions, including contact information, based
on stated criteria.*
*GPS does not guarantee any matches, and IIE does not assist in the actual negotiation of a partnership.
GPS Plus
IIE would also be pleased to work with your institution on activities such as:
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Scheduling appointments with U.S. institutions
Developing a study tour at U.S. higher education institutions for a delegation from your country
Market Research: IIE’s Open Doors Custom Report
Application Instructions
Please complete this form and submit together with payment by mail, email, or fax. Checks can be made payable to the
Institute of International Education.
Credit Card Information
□ Visa □ Master Card
Card Number:
Expiration Date:
Cardholder Name:
Cardholder Signature:
Wire Instructions
□ AMEX □ Other:
JP Morgan Chase
270 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10017 USA
Acct #: 134677846
ABA: 021000021
SWIFT Code: CHAS US33
Chase Account: 134-677846
Please reference program #K180100
IIE Global Partnership Service | 809 UN Plaza 7th Floor | New York, NY 10017-3580 | USA | gps@iie.org.
IIE Global Partnership Service (IIE GPS)
Identifying U.S. Partners for Higher Education Institutions Worldwide
GPS Application Form
I. Contact Information
Name of Institution:
Title:
Address:
Postal Code:
Email:
Country:
Contact Person:
Department/Office:
City:
State/Province:
Phone:
Fax:
Website:
II. Institutional Details
Briefly describe your institution, including type, enrollment size, accreditation, and degree levels offered. Use additional space if
necessary, or attach additional background information.
III. Partnership Criteria
1. Preferred type of partnership (i.e. joint/double degrees, student exchanges, joint research, etc.)
2. Preferred U.S. Institution criteria (e.g. size, type of institution, location)
3. Preferred field/area of study
4. Please provide any other comments or specific requests
IV. Short Answer Questions
Please answer the following three questions to the best of your ability. (Maximum 200 words each)
1.
Why are you interested in partnering with institutions in the U.S.?
2. Describe any existing partnerships you have with a U.S. institution or organization.
3. What is your vision for an ideal partnership with a U.S. institution? (include departments and programs that
may benefit)
IIE Global Partnership Service | 809 UN Plaza 7th Floor | New York, NY 10017-3580 | USA | gps@iie.org.
IIE Global Partnership Service (IIE GPS)
Identifying U.S. Partners for Higher Education Institutions Worldwide
IIE Global Partnership Service | 809 UN Plaza 7th Floor | New York, NY 10017-3580 | USA | gps@iie.org.