I'm an international student searching for colleges in the U.S. that provide scholarships for international students. What are some top colleges that are known for being generous in this area?
Several U.S. colleges are known to offer great financial aid to international students. Here are a few examples:
1. Columbia University: Columbia has a need-aware admissions process for international students but promises to meet 100% of the demonstrated financial need of all accepted students, which could result in substantial financial aid.
2. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT): MIT is need-blind for all students, including international applicants, and meets full demonstrated need. This means they don't consider your financial situation when making admissions decisions and they commit to helping you afford their tuition if you're admitted.
3. Harvard University: Harvard admits students without regard to their ability to pay and then figures out how to help them. They offer need-based aid and have resources to support a significant number of international students.
4. Yale University: Yale is need-blind and meets full demonstrated need for all admitted students, which includes international students as well.
5. Dartmouth College: Dartmouth offers need-based scholarships to a limited number of international students each year.
These universities are just examples but there are many other colleges that offer generous financial aid packages to international students. Be sure to research the specific financial aid policies of each college you're interested in, as they can vary greatly. Applying early can also increase your chances of receiving aid. Lastly, keep in mind that while some universities offer need-based aid, others offer merit-based scholarships that could be available regardless of financial need.
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