Hey all! I'm an international student looking to apply to liberal arts colleges in the U.S. One big concern for me, like many others, is the financial aspect. Can anyone provide a list or suggest some liberal arts colleges known for giving out a generous amount of aid to international students?
Sure, I'm glad to help shed some light on this! There are several liberal arts colleges known for their generous financial aid policies for international students:
1. Amherst College: Amherst provides need-blind admissions for international students, which means your ability to pay does not influence the admissions decision. They also meet 100% demonstrated need for all admitted students.
2. Swarthmore College: Similar to Amherst, Swarthmore maintains a need-blind admissions policy for all applicants and meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for all students, including internationals.
3. Williams College: Williams also meets 100% of all admitted students' demonstrated need (both domestic and international), and international financial aid includes both grants and work-study, but not loans.
4. Grinnell College: Grinnell College provides need-based financial aid to a limited number of international students each year, demonstrating their commitment to a diverse campus.
5. Middlebury College: Middlebury College provides need-based financial aid awards to international students.
6. Vassar College: Vassar meets 100% demonstrated need but isn't need-blind for international students. Be aware that due to the school's funding, they can only admit a limited number of international students requiring financial aid.
These colleges are just selected examples. It is also important to note that you should reach out to the admissions and financial aid offices of the colleges you are interested in. They can provide the most accurate, up-to-date, and specific information for your particular case. Be sure to speak to your own college counselor as well who may have more insight. Remember also to explore external scholarships that may be available in your home country or on an international level. Good luck with your college search!
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