Barnard College scholarship options for international students?

I'm planning to apply to Barnard College as an international student. I'm curious about the scholarships they offer. Does anyone have experience applying for or receiving these?

Barnard College indeed offers financial aid to international students which includes scholarships and grants. However, understand it is crucial to plan ahead, as the commitment to providing financial aid is made at the time of admission.

If you apply for aid as an international applicant and get accepted, the same level of aid will be provided for all four years of your study, provided your family's financial condition remains same. On the other hand, if you do not apply for financial assistance during admission, you are not eligible to apply for aid in the subsequent years, unless there's a drastic and unpredictable change in your family’s financial situation.

Understand that the secondary school report and transcripts should be translated to English. If your school cannot provide a translated transcript, it is crucial to get the transcript officially translated. For applicants who are unable to submit a translated transcript, International Academic Credential Evaluators, Inc. or World Education Services can provide translation and credential evaluation services.

In terms of scholarships specifically, there isn't a separate application process. The financial aid you receive is typically a mix of grants and scholarships, work-study, and potential loans. For the financial aid application, you'll need to complete the CSS Profile and submit it by the relevant deadline. Make sure these details align with your admission application deadline, as submitting late might affect your eligibility.

Bear in mind that Barnard offers a limited amount of financial aid to international students, so the process is quite competitive. It's worth noting that Barnard follows a need-aware admission policy for international students, which means your ability to pay can factor into their decision to accept you.

In summary, while there might not be specific scholarships available for international students, you do have the option of applying for financial aid, which could result in a financial aid package that makes attending Barnard a real possibility. Good luck!