The American Center Vientiane, located in downtown Vientiane, provides Lao youth and emerging leaders a safe space for learning, exploring, conversation, and discovery. Its activities focus on educational themes ranging from English language classes, library exhibits, discussion forums, workshops, and civic education training.
All of ACT’s classes, events and programs are FREE and open to the public:
English as a Foreign Language (EFL) Courses
Students will have the opportunity to participate in a structured, five-week term ESL course that allows them to develop their English language competencies in reading, writing, listening and speaking. The students will benefit from small class sizes and classroom instruction that focuses on a student-centered approach to maximize engagement and learning. The curriculum includes project based learning as practical approaches to developing students’ confidence and competencies in everyday communication and academic settings.
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Special Interest Classes (SIC)
Special interest classes are an integral part of the English language program at ACT. These courses lasting 3 weeks and are designed to improve specific English skill sets for academic and professional purposes through content-based instruction.
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General Classes and Socials
General classes are single session classes with new topics for discussion each day. Students can register once a month for classes based on their English level. Socials are interactive classes that provide insight into American life, values and culture. Students can also register for socials.
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Special Events
ACT hosts regular special events, skills enhancement workshops, and educational events on a variety of topics ranging from American culture to entrepreneurship and environmental issues.
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Information Resource
Books and DVDs
Our Center includes a library with a wide variety of DVDs and books available for check-out: from American history and literature to business and international affairs to study materials for tests such as the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and Graduate Record Examinations (GRE).
Registered members can borrow DVDs and books for up to two weeks at a time. To register fill out this Membership form.
Periodicals and Journals
Visitors can peruse the Center’s periodicals, journals, and magazine and newspaper subscriptions.
We also have computers and internet for public use.
Education Advising
Students interested in studying in the United States can browse our Education resources and speak to our full time on-site EducationUSA advisor.
The Center contains dozen of books and resource materials to help you find information on courses offered in American Universities and Colleges, scholarships and life in the United States.
Email: Lao_EducationUSA@state.gov
Tel: +856 21 487000 ext. 7029/7263
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Program Funding Opportunities
Available Funding Opportunities under Public Diplomacy program include:
- Notice of Funding Opportunity for 2022 American Center Small Grants Program
Instructions for submitting a proposal:
All first-time grantees requesting under $10,000 must include the following
- American Center Small Grants Proposal Form
- Standard Forms SF424 for Organizations OR SF424I for Individuals
- Grants Application Budget Narrative
- CV/Resume
- A DUNS number
All grantees who have previously received a U.S. Government grant OR are requesting more than $25,000 must additionally submit: Proof of SAM and NCAGE registration.
If you have questions about American Center Small Grants, please don’t hesitate to contact us at VientianeACSmallGrants@state.gov
