Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) —  Number of students from Uzbekistan in the United States increased by 11.9% - from 1,089 to 1,219, Open Doors report said.

According to the Open Doors report, a comprehensive resource on international student mobility, the number of international students in the United States reached an all-time high of more than 1.1 million (1,126,690) during the 2023/2024 academic year—a 7% increase from the previous year. 

Students from Uzbekistan also contributed significantly to this growth, with an 11.9% increase in enrollment, rising from 1,089 to 1,219.

In celebration of this success and to further strengthen educational ties, the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent and EducationUSA Advisors in Namangan and Qarshi are proud to participate in International Education Week, running from November 18 to 22.  Throughout the week, the U.S. Embassy and EducationUSA Advisors will conduct various outreach activities to inspire and guide Uzbek students considering U.S. education.

The EducationUSA Advising Centers, located on the Embassy compound in Tashkent and American Spaces in Namangan and Qarshi, play a pivotal role in providing accurate and comprehensive information about studying in the United States.  They offer resources and guidance for students at every stage of their application process, ensuring they are well-prepared to access opportunities in U.S. colleges and universities.

As part of Education Week, the Embassy will host sessions on U.S. Government Exchange Programs, featuring an alumni panel of distinguished speakers who will share their personal experiences studying in the United States.

U.S. Ambassador to Uzbekistan, Jonathan Henick, emphasized the importance of education in fostering mutual understanding between the two nations: “Education is one of the most powerful tools we have to build bridges of understanding and friendship between Uzbekistan and the United States.  The growing number of Uzbek students in U.S. institutions reflects their drive for academic excellence and a desire to bring that knowledge back to contribute to their communities.”