Harvard University financial aid for international students?

I'm considering applying to Harvard but I'm not from the US. Does anyone know how generous Harvard's financial aid is for international students? Any tips on applying for aid would be helpful!

Harvard University is well known for its strong commitment to providing financial aid to both domestic and international students. Interestingly, Harvard is need-blind for all applicants, including international students. This means that your financial need will not affect your chances of admission.

Here's the good news: international students who demonstrate financial need are eligible for the same financial aid as U.S. students. Harvard commits to meeting 100% of the demonstrated financial need for all admitted students.

The financial aid at Harvard is grant-based, which means you're not required to repay it. If your family's income is less than $85,000, you'll likely pay nothing towards the cost of attendance. If it's within the range of $85,000 to $150,000, you can expect to contribute approximately zero to ten percent of your family's total income each year.

To apply for financial aid at Harvard, you'll need to fill out the College Scholarship Service (CSS) Profile. You also have to submit your parents' tax returns and W-2 forms through the IDOC platform. Your unique family situation will be taken into account when determining your financial aid package.

If admitted, you'll receive a letter listing the types and amounts of aid you're eligible for, including grants and work-study opportunities.

Keep in mind that the financial aid process can be complicated, but there's plenty of support available, both online and through Harvard's Financial Aid Office. Remember that you're not alone in this process, and don't hesitate to reach out for help if you need it.