The International Student Exchange Programs
Assists universities worldwide expand student perspectives via accessible intercultural programs.
The International Student Exchange
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Mission
Assists universities worldwide expand student perspectives via accessible intercultural programs.
Focus areas & reach
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· vs. 8 similar international in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2025 · IRS 990 (FY2025)GiveRadar Analysis
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, The International Student Exchange Programs has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 96% of the 12,755 international charities in the United States with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- GiveRadar holds 6 years of financial filings for this organization, the most recent for fiscal year 2025 - a deeper filing history than 90% of the 12,908 international charities in the United States with filings on record. See the filings
- Its integrity score of 90 places it in the top 1% of the 25,023 international charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (6 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.
Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyThe International Student Exchange Programs is a registered international nonprofit based in Arlington, VA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1997 and has been operating for 29 years. Its EIN is 522035371. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 90/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $21M in annual revenue. 120 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
The International Student Exchange Programs's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 522035371. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
The International Student Exchange Programs has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 90 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 85% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in United States is 90/100.
The International Student Exchange Programs is located in Arlington, VA, United States. The organization was established in 1997 and has been active for 29 years.
Based on official tax filings, The International Student Exchange Programs has $21M in annual revenue. It allocates 85% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 83% for international charities in United States. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $5M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
The International Student Exchange Programs is classified as an International organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has $21M in annual revenue. The organization has 120 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for The International Student Exchange Programs. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
According to GiveRadar's records, The International Student Exchange Programs holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 85% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 83%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
You can have peace of mind with ISEP. We're here for you on your study abroad journey. Studying abroad is an investment in your future. ISEP can help make your study abroad experience as affordable as possible. ISEP advisors are ready to help get you started on your journey abroad. Regardless of academic major, socio-economic status and geographic location, we believe no one should be held back from being able to study abroad. The International Student Exchange Programs is classified as an international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1997.
Among international charities registered in United States: It allocates 85% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 83%. Its annual revenue of $21M is well above the peer average of $5M.
Yes, donations to The International Student Exchange Programs are generally tax-deductible in the United States. The International Student Exchange Programs is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 522035371, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
6 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
THE INTERNATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAMS is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Staff & volunteers
From filings and published profiles
Leadership
From FY2025 filing
Officers & trustees (25)
Source: Public filings
25 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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10 articles found
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Families Needed to Host International Exchange Students - The Source - Bend, Oregon
Pune to the World: How Dnyaan Prasad Global University (DPGU) by Dr. D. Y. Patil Unitech Society is Expanding Student Horizons through Global Alliances - TheWire.in
International Student Exchange: An example of American Soft Power - PenBay Pilot
ASSE Study Abroad Opportunities for High School Students - Knoxville News Sentinel
ASSE International Student Exchange Programs: Bring the World to Your Home - Newswire.com
ASSE International Student Exchange Programs Invites American Families to Host an Exchange Student - Newswire.com
Explore Top Student Exchange Programmes for Indian Students - Education Times
'Blood brothers': International student exchange program expands hearts, minds and family - Savannah Morning News
Lenox Memorial Middle High School Hosts International Exchange Students - iBerkshires.com
International Student Exchange Programs Are Still Worth Doing, Even in a Pandemic - Fodors Travel Guide
Activity timeline
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 120 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2025 on record
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Named leadership · 120 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1997
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about The International Student Exchange Programs
- What is The International Student Exchange Programs?
- The International Student Exchange Programs is a international supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Arlington, United States. You can have peace of mind with ISEP. We're here for you on your study abroad journey. Studying abroad is an investment in your future. ISEP can help make your study abroad experience as affordable as possible. ISEP advisors are ready to help get you started on your journey abroad. Regardless of academic major, socio-economic status and geographic location, we believe no one should be held back from being able to study abroad.
- When was The International Student Exchange Programs founded?
- The International Student Exchange Programs was founded in 1997.
- Who leads The International Student Exchange Programs?
- Robin Abbott serves as Chief Financial Officer.
- Where is The International Student Exchange Programs located?
- Headquartered in Arlington, VA, United States.
- What is The International Student Exchange Programs's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $10M-$100M. 85% of expenses go to program services.
- Is The International Student Exchange Programs trustworthy?
- The International Student Exchange Programs has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is The International Student Exchange Programs's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 522035371.
- What is The International Student Exchange Programs's website?
- http://www.isepstudyabroad.org