International Cooperation Administration

United States International Cooperation Administration
Agency overview
FormedJune 30, 1955
Preceding agency
DissolvedSeptember 4, 1961
Superseding agency
JurisdictionUnited States Government
HeadquartersWashington, D.C.
Child agency
  • Institute of Inter-American Affairs

The International Cooperation Administration (ICA) was a United States government agency operating from June 30, 1955, until September 4, 1961, responsible for foreign assistance and 'nonmilitary security' programs. It was the predecessor of the present-day U.S. Agency for International Development.