I'm considering applying to Elon University and am trying to understand their scholarship opportunities for international students. Does anyone know what awards are available and what's necessary to qualify? It would help to know what to expect financially.
Elon University offers several scholarship opportunities for international students.
One of them is the Elon Engagement Scholarship. This scholarship is worth $5,000 annually and is awarded to incoming first-year students. This scholarship doesn't require a separate application, as all international applicants to Elon University are automatically considered for this award.
The Fellows Program scholarships are another fantastic opportunity available to international students at Elon. They are based on academic achievement and other qualities, such as leadership potential and commitment to service and contribution to the university's community. The programs include Honors Fellows, Business Fellows, Communications Fellows, Teaching Fellows, Isabella Cannon Leadership Fellows, and Elon College Fellows (for students interested in arts and sciences). There's also the Odyssey Program which offers need-based scholarships. For consideration in these Fellows Programs, a separate Fellows Program application is required along with your application to the university. The awards for these programs range from $5,500 to $13,500 annually.
Finally, it's important to note that although international students cannot apply for federal student aid, they can still fill out the CSS Profile, which is used by many institutions, including Elon University, to help determine awards for non-federal financial aid.
Remember to also explore scholarship opportunities outside of Elon University - scholarship databases or international organizations in your home country might have pertinent information. Good luck!
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