Custom Programs
Japanese students from Ehime University posing with a '“Welcome” sign
Program Objectives:
To give participants an opportunity to learn about Seattle, the University of Washington, and the United States
To provide participants opportunities for growth
To offer a wide variety of experiences that promote cross- cultural understanding and the development of leadership skills
To offer English language training that improves comprehension and spoken English skills in conjunction with teachers and students
Programs can focus on civic engagement, entrepreneurship, sustainability, leadership, diversity, education and other themes. We can tailor programs towards your needs. FIUTS is proud to partner with a wide range of partners in private and public sectors to provide unique experiences to the visiting students.
As a nonprofit organization with a mission to engage students in cross‐cultural experiences, FIUTS will plan events that maximize opportunities for visiting groups to practice English, meet others, and share their own experiences.
Visiting students at a site visit to the Africatown Community Land Trust
Interested in arranging a custom program with FIUTS? Download and fill out the Visiting Program Interest Form here. In order to arrange a custom program, groups should have at least 10 members; we are generally not able to arrange programs for smaller groups, exceptions could be made for groups of 6 visiting for a week.
For more information on FIUTS custom programs or to request a formal program proposal, please contact Manager of Education Programs, Olena Vlasova at olena@fiuts.org and FIUTS ED Era Schrepfer at era@fiuts.org.
Entry into the United States:
Please note that FIUTS does not handle international travel arrangements or provide visas for entry to the United States. Please contact your local US consulate or embassy for details of entry requirements to the United States.
FIUTS custom programs provide both educational instruction and recreation for short term visitors, and as such, groups should apply to visit the US on a B1 or B2 visa. Using this visa, participants are permitted to enroll in any course of study less than 18 hours per week and to travel within the US for tourist purposes. FIUTS does not issue I-20 forms, but will work with your group to provide proof of program admission and participation as necessary to apply for travel documents.