Where can international students find the most scholarships?

As an international student, I'm worried about how to pay for college. Which universities in the US are known for offering the most scholarships to international students? Any advice on where to apply?

Sure, I'm happy to provide some guidance on this. There are several US universities that are known for offering considerable financial aid to international students.

First, the Ivy League colleges (Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, etc.) can be very generous to international students. These schools commit to meeting 100% of demonstrated financial need for all admitted students, including internationals. However, be aware that while some of these schools are need-blind (they don't consider your ability to pay when making admissions decisions) for U.S. applicants, most are need-aware for international students, meaning your financial situation could potentially impact your admission decision.

In addition to Ivy League schools, there are also other colleges and universities that offer substantial scholarships for international students. Examples include Amherst College and MIT, both of which are need-blind and meet full need for international students, just like they do for U.S. students. Duke University and Stanford University also offer substantial aid to international students, but these schools are need-aware for internationals.

Lastly, University of Chicago began a program known as "UChicago Empower" that offers full-tuition scholarships for international students, and Williams College has the Williams Opportunity Grant for international students which covers unexpected expenses that may come up during the school year.

Remember, these are highly selective institutions, so while the financial aid opportunity is great, gaining admission is quite competitive. Also note that each university has its own definition of 'need' which could impact the amount of aid you're awarded, and this is determined via the CSS Profile, which most of these schools will require you to fill out to assess your financial need.

As an international student, you can also look into third-party scholarships that are geared specifically towards international students studying in the U.S. Organizations such as the International Education Financial Aid and the Institute of International Education are a few places you can start with your search.

Keep in mind that the process of applying for financial aid and scholarships as an international student can be complex, so I would recommend starting early and making sure you understand each institution's process and requirements. Good luck!