I'm an international student looking at colleges in Atlanta and I'm curious if there are any scholarships available specifically for international students in that area. Could anyone share some options or tips on where to find these scholarships?
Most universities and colleges in Atlanta, such as Emory University or Georgia State University, offer scholarships which are open to international students. However, these scholarships are typically merit-based and the competition can be quite fierce due to the large number of applicants.
In case of Emory University, there's the Emory University Scholars Program. This program is open to any first-year applicant. It's highly competitive and offers three levels of awards ranging from partial to full tuition. The program looks for exceptional students who exemplify leadership, service, and intellectual curiosity.
Georgia State University also offers a wide range of scholarships based on academic achievements, some of which are open to international students.
You can get a good idea of what's out there not just by exploring school-specific offerings like the ones I mentioned, but also by using scholarship search platforms (like Appily). These can help you find scholarships you might be eligible for, and you can filter by your non-citizen status.
Please note however, the need-based financial aid options for international students are quite limited in U.S. schools. Therefore, you should also explore opportunities from your home country such as government-sponsored scholarships or aid from private organizations.
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