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Official Announcement: Traveling Batches 2025–2026

The American Board of Higher Education Commission (ABHEC), United States, is pleased to announce the opening of registrations for the 2025–2026 Traveling Batches. These federally supervised programs are designed to provide students with direct exposure to U.S. academic systems, campus environments, and professional development pathways at leading universities across the United States.
This initiative forms part of the Financial Aid and Academic Mobility Framework, ensuring that all participants benefit from accredited academic sessions, credit transfer workshops, and cultural immersion programs under strict compliance with federal and state regulations. Click here to view the list.

Traveling Batches Schedule

Batch 1 – California (Spring Semester)

• Travel Dates: January – March 2025
• Purpose: Orientation, on-campus credit transfer sessions, and academic conferences

Batch 2 – Massachusetts (Summer Programs)

• Travel Dates: May – June 2025
• Purpose: Advanced credit transfer modules, American Board of Higher Education Commission collaborations, and research workshops

Batch 3 – Illinois (Fall Semester)

• Travel Dates: September – November 2025
• Purpose: Project presentations, faculty-led academic workshops, and campus integration programs

Batch 4 – Washington, D.C. (Winter Session 2026)

• Travel Dates: January – February 2026
• Purpose: Policy seminars, international education conferences, and U.S. higher education orientation

Eligibility & Registration Requirements

• Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled in accredited programs with active credit transfer approvals or ongoing institutional collaborations.
• Registration Deadlines:
  • Financial Aid Students: September 2025
  • Regular Candidates / Graduation Applicants: December 2025
    (Late submissions will not be accepted.)

Steps to Register:

1. Submit your registration to activate your Traveling NOC (No Objection Certificate) and I-20 Form Permit.
2. Upon approval, you will be issued a unique Registration ID to track your application status.
3. Ensure that all required documents (passport copy, academic records, and financial aid approval) are submitted before the deadline.

Compliance & Important Notes

• Government Supervision: All travel arrangements are coordinated exclusively through government-approved channels to ensure compliance with U.S. visa and academic policies.
• Batch Finalization: The American Board of Higher Education Commission will finalize traveling batches only after timely completion of required documentation and financial clearances.
• Fee Processing: A bank transfer invoice will be issued through the official billing merchant of ABHEC. Payments made outside authorized channels will not be recognized.
• Eligibility Verification: Appearance of your Registration ID on the eligibility list confirms preliminary approval. Incomplete files may result in disqualification or deferment to the 2026–2027 batch, depending on availability.
• Policy Adherence: All participants are bound by federal and institutional policies. Misuse of financial aid or failure to utilize approved grants may constitute a violation under the Financial Responsibility and Institutional Aid Protection Act.

Penalties for Late or Fraudulent Registration

In accordance with federal and institutional guidelines, the following penalties may apply in cases of late, incomplete, or fraudulent registration:

• Immediate Aid Revocation: Unused financial aid and scholarship allocations will be permanently withdrawn.
• Loss of Eligibility: Students found in violation may be rendered permanently ineligible for future financial aid programs under ABHEC or associated U.S. Department of Education frameworks.
• Travel Ban Enforcement: Registrants who fail to comply with requirements may lose eligibility to participate in federally supervised academic mobility programs, including those linked with the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia.
• Legal Consequences: Misrepresentation or misuse of grants may fall under federal violations, including sanctions defined in the Institutional Aid Fraud and Abuse Prevention Act (IAFAPA), which can result in long-term academic and immigration restrictions.

Benefits of Participation

• Experience U.S. campus life through structured immersion programs
• Access to credit transfer and licensing workshops with U.S. universities
• Build long-term academic and professional networks across states
• Participate in federal and institutional conferences, seminars, and cultural exchanges
• Strengthen eligibility for future academic placements and international employment opportunities

Disclaimer

This announcement is issued under the authority of the Advisory Unit of the American Board of Higher Education Commission in compliance with U.S. federal and state regulations. Policies, schedules, and eligibility requirements are subject to change based on current administrative directives, immigration laws, and institutional guidelines.
Students are strongly advised to complete their registration and documentation well before the deadline to avoid forfeiture of financial aid eligibility and international mobility privileges.

Contact Information

For inquiries and compliance support:
📧 Email: inquire-now@abhec.us


Issued By:
Office of Financial Aid & International Mobility American Board of Higher Education Commission, USA