 Founded in 2001, the Forum now boasts nearly 650 institutional members that collectively represent 90% of U.S. students that study abroad.Members are primarily U.S. colleges and universities, program provider organizations, overseas host institutions and programs and affiliates that provide services to the field.Stated goals include establishing Standards of Good Practice, conducting research to assess outcomes of education abroad and collect useful data, promoting excellence in curriculum design and advocating for education abroad at all levels.