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Helping Refugees and Displaced Individuals Continue Their Educational and Professional Journey
ERES provides limited fee waivers for eligible refugees and displaced individuals who require credential evaluations for education, employment, professional licensing, or immigration purposes in the United States.
The ERES Refugee Program was established to help qualified individuals affected by conflict, displacement, or extraordinary circumstances obtain the educational recognition needed to continue their studies, careers, and professional goals in the United States.
Fee waivers may be granted on a full or partial basis depending on eligibility and available program funding.
Eligibility Guidelines
Individuals granted refugee status.
Individuals granted asylum, parole, or similar humanitarian protections.
Individuals unable to access normal educational pathways due to conflict or crisis.
Applicants identified by approved educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, or community partners.
Afghanistan
Iraq
Syria
Türkiye
Ukraine
Venezuela
Note:
Additional countries and circumstances may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Three core services designed to help you move forward in school, work, or immigration.
Full or partial evaluation fee support.
Evaluation services for education, employment, immigration, and licensing purposes.
Assistance understanding ERES documentation requirements.
Application Process
An approved institution or organization identifies an eligible applicant.
ERES reviews the referral and determines eligibility.
Full or partial fee waiver may be granted.
Applicant submits required documentation and evaluation proceeds.
Educational institutions, refugee support agencies, nonprofit organizations, resettlement programs, community groups, and other approved organizations may refer eligible applicants.
Benefits:
ERES may consider additional situations on a case-by-case basis.
Yes, depending on the profession and licensing authority requirements.
No. All evaluations are completed according to standard ERES policies.
No. Eligible applicants may receive either a full or partial waiver.
No. Applications must be submitted through an approved institution or organization.
