Amideast
Amideast is a nonprofit organization founded in 1951, focusing on international education, training, and development activities in the Middle East and North Africa.
Company History
Founded in 1951, Amideast has been engaging in international education, training, and development activities primarily focused on the Middle East and North Africa. Over the decades, the organization has expanded its reach and now operates through more than 20 offices across 11 countries in the region.
Services
Amideast offers a range of services including English language training, professional and workforce development training, and testing services. Additionally, the organization provides comprehensive educational advising and testing services through its English4Success division in the United States. Notably, Amideast administers crucial exams required for U.S. study such as TOEFL®, GRE®, and SAT®.
Scholarship Programs
Amideast supports various scholarship programs for individuals from high school age through graduate studies across multiple countries. In the United Arab Emirates specifically, it offers diverse scholarship program services throughout the seven Emirates, catering to UAE nationals aiming for higher education domestically and internationally.
Education and Training Initiatives
Amideast partners with organizations like Boeing to launch impactful programs such as the STEM for Sustainability Program aimed at fostering scientific growth and sustainability, leading up to COP28 and beyond. Other notable initiatives include the Fulbright Foreign Student Program and the Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program.
Regional Operations
Amideast operates through a network of over 20 offices in 11 countries across the Middle East and North Africa. This extensive regional presence enables the organization to effectively implement its educational and training programs, reaching a broad audience and making a significant impact on local communities.