The World Health Organization (WHO) has estimated that about 10% of the world's population has some kind of disability (Poverty and Disability, 2000), yet many of the individuals who live in developing nations lack access to rehabilitation services. In this paper the authors share their concerns and rationale regarding the role of the United States in preparing international students. Specific recommendations to promote the growth of international rehabilitation education and collaboration include (a) accelerating collaborative research and training activities, (b) coordinating international scholars exchange and internship programs, (c) advocating disability rights through political activism, (d) encouraging student involvement in non-governmental agencies, (e) emphasizing cultural sensitivity in rehabilitation education curriculum and research activities, and (f) reviving university-based international rehabilitation programs.