Opportunities for International Students at Bowdoin College?

I'm an international student interested in Bowdoin College, and I want to know about scholarship opportunities. Are there specific scholarships or is financial aid available for international students there? Any insights would be great!

Absolutely, Bowdoin College is a private liberal arts college located in Maine, and it's known for its commitment to meet 100% of a student's demonstrated need, regardless of the student's nationality. In fact, Bowdoin is one of the few colleges in the U.S. that is need-blind for U.S. students and meets full demonstrated need for all students, including international students, which is fantastic for you!

While they don't offer specific scholarships for international students, the financial aid package they tailor to meet your demonstrated need can include a variety of components such as grants, work-study, and limited loans to cover the total cost of attendance. This complete coverage combined with Bowdoin's exceptional academic programs creates a fantastic opportunity for international students to study in the U.S.

However, one thing to note is that Bowdoin is need-aware for international students, meaning that your ability to pay will be factored into your admissions decision. Furthermore, they're only able to offer financial aid to a small number of international students each year. Therefore, the admission process can be quite competitive for international students who need financial aid, but on the positive side, if you're admitted and need financial aid, Bowdoin promises to meet that need fully.

To help ensure you receive the most aid possible, be sure to complete and submit your financial aid forms by their deadlines, and don't hesitate to contact the Financial Aid office at Bowdoin with any questions you might have. They're there to help clarify this complex process!