I'm an international student who'll hopefully be applying to colleges next year. Finding info on which colleges offer the most financial aid for international students isn't the easiest thing in the world. I understand that funding can vary greatly, depending on the institution. However, could you guys share your experiences or knowledge on this matter? Will be highly appreciated!
Many U.S. universities offer generous financial aid packages to international students. Below are a handful of those universities known for providing substantial aid:
1. Harvard University - Harvard has a need-blind policy for all applicants, including international students, which means that your ability to pay doesn't affect your admission chances. If admitted, your financial need is completely met.
2. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) - Like Harvard, MIT is need-blind for all applicants, including international students. If you are admitted, your demonstrated financial need is fully met.
3. Yale University - Yale also has a need-blind policy for all applicants and meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for all admitted students, including international ones.
4. Princeton University - Princeton takes a need-blind approach for all applicants. It has a strong commitment to affordability with its generous financial aid package which also applies to international students.
5. Amherst College - As a liberal arts college, Amherst from 2022-2023 has started admitting international students on a need-blind basis, and it meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for all students.
6. Dartmouth College - Dartmouth is need-aware for international students, meaning your ability to pay can influence your admission. However, if admitted, Dartmouth will meet 100% of your demonstrated financial need.
Remember, each university has its own definition of "need," and they calculate it differently. So, it's important to use each university's Net Price Calculator to estimate your cost of attendance. Additionally, though these colleges offer generous aid, the competition is fierce due to the limited number of slots allotted to international students. Therefore, you should also consider applying to schools that aren't need-blind but still offer aid to international students, like the University of Chicago or Vanderbilt University. Good luck!
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