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USA University Fair 2025 in SL

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The U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka, in partnership with the U.S.-Sri Lanka Fulbright Commission, is pleased to announce that EducationUSA, the U.S. government’s official source of information on U.S. higher education, will host a U.S. university fair in Colombo, Galle, and Matara from March 20-22, 2025. 

Students seeking admission in undergraduate, post-graduate, and doctorate programs will have an opportunity to meet with representatives from nine accredited universities and colleges from across the United States.  
Students, parents, and school administrators are all encouraged to attend. There is no participation fee, but registration is required. For more details and for registration, please visit: bit.ly/EducationUSARoadshow2025.  

U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung said: “American universities are unmatched – leading the world in technology, innovation and groundbreaking research. Our campuses are homes to the brightest minds and cutting-edge labs that shape the future. To the students in Sri Lanka: come study in the United States where top talent and innovators are cultivated, and our universities drive discovery. 

We were thrilled to see a 10 percent increase in the number of Sri Lankan students enrolled in U.S. colleges and universities for the 2023-2024 academic year, and we look forward to seeing even more growth in the future. EducationUSA’s upcoming fair helps Sri Lankan students start this journey toward studying in the U.S., paving the way for connections that will contribute to a stronger, safer, and more prosperous future for both America and Sri Lanka.”

The discussions with U.S. universities and the EducationUSA adviser will provide valuable resources, covering academic programs, admission procedures, scholarships, and financial aid. These sessions aim to help students make informed decisions about U.S. higher education and offer a deeper understanding of studying and living in the United States. 

Staff from theU.S.-Sri Lanka Fulbright Commission will explain scholarship opportunities available to Sri Lankan citizens.

Schedule of EducationUSA 2025 fairs:  

Date City Venue Time 
Thursday, March 20 Colombo The Kingsbury Hotel, Winchester Room 1:00pm to 4:00pm 
Friday, March 21 Galle Radisson Blu Hotel 2:00pm to 4:30pm 
Saturday, March 22 Matara University of Ruhuna 10:00am to 1:00pm 

 Dr. Patrick McNamara, Executive Director of the U.S.-Sri Lanka Fulbright Commission, highlighted the importance of strengthening the educational ties between Sri Lanka and the United States: “We are delighted to welcome these top U.S. universities to Sri Lanka. Their representatives will connect directly with students and encourage them to explore further study opportunities in the USA which strengthens our binational collaboration and shared commitment to higher education.” 

Representatives from the following U.S. higher education institutions will be in attendance: 

No. Institution Name City State 
Fullerton College Fullerton California 
George Mason University Fairfax Virginia 
The George Washington University Washington D.C. 
Quinnipiac University Hamden Connecticut 
University of New Haven West Haven Connecticut (only present at the fair in Colombo) 
University of Wisconsin-Stout Menomonie Wisconsin 
Wichita State University, Wichita Kansas 
Wesleyan College Macon Georgia 
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester Massachusetts 

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