Hey folks, I'm an international student gearing up for the college application cycle next year. As we all know, college is pricey and I'm looking for institutions that are known for offering substantial financial aid for international students. Can anyone list some of those colleges? Your responses would be greatly appreciated!
Sure thing! Many colleges in the U.S. offer substantial financial aid for international students. Here is a list of some that are known for being particularly generous:
1. Harvard University: Harvard University has a strong financial aid program for international students. Financial aid is need-based, and they aim to meet 100% of all demonstrated need for undergraduates.
2. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT): MIT also has a need-blind admission policy for all students, including international ones. Like Harvard, they commit to meeting 100% of demonstrated financial need.
3. Yale University: Yale commits to meeting 100% of the demonstrated need for all admitted students, domestic and international.
4. Princeton University: Princeton covers the full demonstrated need of all students, and was one of the first universities to offer a need-blind admission policy to international students.
5. Amherst College: Amherst College practices need-blind admission for all applicants, including international students, and provides financial aid packages that meet 100% of the demonstrated need.
6. Dartmouth College: Dartmouth awards financial aid to international students on the same need-blind basis as U.S. citizens.
Remember that every school's definitions of need and how they calculate it may vary, so you might want to check their respective financial aid offices for the specifics. Besides these, some other colleges might not be need-blind for international students but still meet 100% demonstrated need, like the University of Pennsylvania and Columbia University. So, it's always a good idea to explore each option to see which college might be the best fit for you financially. If you're looking to maximize your financial aid opportunities, make sure you fill out all necessary financial information accurately and completely when applying. Good luck with your applications!
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