About AC Moldova

Nestled between Romania and Ukraine, Moldova is a small country in Eastern Europe that was part of the Soviet Union and is still developing its identity. AC Moldova is located in the capital city of Chisinau.

Voted in 2016 by Lonely Planet as an "Off the Beaten Path Destination," most visitors to Moldova aim for the numerous wine cellars or its 500+-year-old monasteries. More adventurous destinations can be found in Gagauzia, an autonomous region to the south, and in Transnistria, to the east.

AC Moldova's largest source of activity is the Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX) program, which will provide 50 merit-based scholarships in the upcoming program years. Through FLEX, secondary school students gain the opportunity to attend high school for one academic year in the United States and live with an American host family. FLEX is fully funded by the US Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA).

AC Moldova has a significant presence for a country the size of Moldova. And, since the country is small (a little bigger than the State of Maryland), it is relatively easy to include participants from its many regions in recruitment and activities. Annually, nearly 50 high school exchange students and professional fellows will travel to study or train in the United States, while about 80 Americans arrive to study or train in Moldova.

About American Councils

The world’s most successful institutions and determined nations work with American Councils for International Education through cultural exchange, language training, and professional development.

Since 1974, our educational portfolio has grown to include 90 countries important to national security, prosperity, and peace. Our programs are backed by thorough research to ensure their quality and integrity. Our participants represent a spectrum of learners, from high school through the postdoctoral and professional level.

To date, we have built a community of more than 94,000 alumni, including national leaders, ministers, members of parliament, ambassadors, and CEOs.

Mission
American Councils strengthens international ties and mutual understanding through excellence in academic, professional and cultural exchange, language acquisition, educational development, and research.

Vision
Empower individuals and institutions to address challenges in a diverse and interconnected world.

Country Director

Chris Flowers
cflowers@amercancouncils.org