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Which university gives the most scholarships to international students?

I'm exploring options for studying in the U.S. and want to know which university is the best for international students in terms of scholarship availability. Any personal experiences or advice would be awesome!

a year ago

While there's no definitive list ranking universities by the amount of financial aid they offer international students, there are several schools known for their generous scholarships.

1. University of Chicago: The university is committed to enrolling the most qualified students, regardless of their ability to pay. As a result, it offers need-based financial aid packages to international students, which can substantially decrease the overall cost of attendance.

2. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT): MIT is one of the few institutions in the U.S. that follow a need-blind admission policy for all students—including internationals. This means your ability to pay has no impact on their admission decision. If admitted, your financial need is fully met.

3. Harvard, Princeton, and Yale: These universities assess all students in a need-blind manner and promise to meet demonstrated financial need. They don't provide merit-based scholarships, but the financial aid packages they offer can significantly reduce costs.

Remember, "meeting full need" can vary in interpretation among schools since they might have different definitions of what constitutes a student's "full need." It's always recommended to reach out directly to a university's financial aid office for the most accurate information.

Lastly, don't forget to look into external scholarship opportunities as well. There are numerous organizations and entities that provide scholarships specifically aimed at international students studying in the U.S. These can serve as considerable supplementation to any financial aid offered by a university.

a year ago

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