I'm considering applying as an international student to the University of Rhode Island. Does anyone have info on the types of scholarships they offer for internationals? I'm curious about both merit and need-based options.
URI is quite proactive about offering financial aid to its international students. They offer various scholarships, both merit and need-based, that you can take advantage of as an international student.
For merit-based, one of their most notable ones is the "International Merit Scholarship". The amount can range from $10,000 to $15,000 and it's renewable for four years, provided you maintain good academic standing.
As for need-based scholarships, these become available once you've enrolled. The university offers numerous opportunities, the specifics of which can change from year to year depending upon available funding. The university typically communicates these opportunities through its regular communication channels once students have started their first semester.
Remember, applying early helps increase your odds of securing these scholarships. Also, outside of the scholarships directly provided by the University of Rhode Island, you should consider looking into external scholarship options that are open to international students. Use scholarship search engines like Appily to help find these. Applying to as many relevant scholarships as possible will maximize your chances of receiving financial aid.
Lastly, talk to the university's financial aid department. They can offer additional details and information about the application process.
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