College Profile Series

EducationUSA Yaounde

Yaounde, Cameroon

Adviser Name(s):	Fatimah A. Mateen

Email:	yaoundeedu@state.gov

Phone: +237-2220-1500, ext. 4009 | Fax: +237-2220-1402
Mailing Address: 6.050 Rue Rosa Parks B.P. 817, Yaoundé, Cameroon
Walk-Up Address: U.S. Embassy 6.050 Rue Rosa Parks Yaounde, Cameroon

Center Hours:	Monday: 07:30 - 17:00
	Tuesday: Closed
	Wednesday - Thursday: 07:30 - 17:00
	Friday - Sunday: Closed

Center Website: http://yaounde.usembassy.gov/educational_advising.html

Center Description: The EducationUSA Center is sponsored by the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Yaoundé. Through a variety of programming, the EducationUSA Advisor reaches out to secondary and university students as they explore their options for study in the U.S. The goal is to guide them in making thoughtful, appropriate choices as they navigate the application process. In turn, universities will have the chance to shape the future leaders of Cameroon.

The Center is currently staffed by one part-time Advisor. The Advisor's goal is to encourage students to plan early, work hard, and aim high. The Center offers introductory and advanced workshops on study in the U.S., how to choose schools, and how to finance a U.S. education. Pre-departure orientations are available to students. Students may meet with the Advisor for individual consultations. There are also special workshops on student visas presented in conjunction with the Consular Section.

The Advisor looks forward to increasing outreach to schools and local businesses.

Advising Center Services

Cost	Service
Both	One-on-one advising
Both	Advising by appointment
Both	Regularly scheduled introductory presentations / sessions
Both	Computer / internet access/use
Both	Library hours
Fee	Test preparation materials for sale
Both	Test preparation courses

Higher Education Fairs

No higher education fairs have been scheduled.

Program Highlights

Let's Get Started!

Students and parents learn more about how to search for and apply to the right U.S. universities and colleges for them. The EducationUSA Advisor answers questions and offers invaluable insight on the undergraduate and graduate education system in the U.S., and how to find information on U.S. colleges and universities, and scholarships.

EducationUSA Cameroonian Student Achievers Club (CAMSAC)

The EducationUSA Cameroonian Student Achievers Club is a U.S. Embassy sponsored student organization that assists academically achieving students to have an improved chance at admissions to a U.S. university. CAMSAC is open to all students in Yaounde.

Upcoming Events

Let’s Get Ready to Go! Pre-Departure Orientation
Date: Thursday, May 31st, 2012
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: U.S. Embassy
Intended Audience: Both
Other Information: Come hear what it’s like to live and study in the United States from current and former American and Cameroonian students. The EducationUSA Advisor and others will also provide you with important information to help you prepare for your adventure, about your rights and responsibilities as international students, and on how to deal with culture shock. The more you are prepared, the easier your transition will be and the more you will benefit from your time in the U.S. Come learn about a variety of academic, social, and cultural topics and meet other Cameroonians who will be studying in the U.S. Advanced registration is required. To register, please go to http://yaounde.usembassy.gov/educational_advising.html.

Let’s Get Started! Introduction to study in the U.S.
Date: Wednesday, June 20th, 2012
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Location: U.S. Embassy
Intended Audience: Both
Other Information: Learn how the EducationUSA Advising Center can help you through Your 5 Steps to Study in the U.S. The EducationUSA Advisor will give a brief presentation on the benefits of studying at universities and colleges in the United States, the application process, and the resources and services provided by the EducationUSA Advising Center and JBIRC. Students and parents are welcome to attend. The presentations are in English. Advanced registration is required. To register, please go to http://yaounde.usembassy.gov/educational_advising.html.

Scheduled Pre-Departure Orientations

1	Date: Thursday, May 31st, 2012 Time: 9:00 a.m. Location: U.S. Embassy Yaounde Other Information: Registration is required. To register, please go to http://yaounde.usembassy.gov/educational_advising.html

Country-based Financial Aid Opportunities

No Financial Aid Opportunities at this time.