I'm an international student planning to apply to U.S. universities. Are there specific schools that tend to offer more scholarships to international students? Any recommendations would be super helpful as I try to narrow down my list.
Sure, some universities in the U.S. are known for offering generous scholarships to international students.
Yale University has a need-blind policy for all applicants which means that they admit students without taking into consideration their ability to pay. They are committed to covering 100% of financial need for all students, including international students, through scholarships and grants.
The University of Chicago also has a need-blind admission policy for U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and undocumented students, and offers need-based aid to international students.
MIT, another institution having need-blind admissions, guarantees to meet their students' full demonstrated need, including international students as well.
Some other colleges, while not being need-blind, still offer generous aid to international students through different scholarships such as Harvard University, Princeton University, Duke University, and UChicago.
Remember, while these universities might be more generous with financial aid, they're also quite selective. Ensure that you're a good fit academically and personally for these institutions by examining course offerings, extracurricular opportunities, campus culture, and more to gauge the fit. Regardless, there are many other scholarships available that aren't tied to specific schools. Appily, for example, has a database of scholarships that you can filter by eligibility criteria.
Overall, don't be discouraged by the high sticker price of U.S. universities. Many are committed to making their programs accessible to international students and will provide financial aid packages that make attendance possible if you're admitted. Good luck with your college search!
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