Does University of Scranton offer scholarships to international students?

I'm considering the University of Scranton, but as an international student, I'd love to know what kind of scholarships are available. Are there specific scholarships for internationals, and how do I apply for them?

Yes, the University of Scranton does offer scholarships to international students. One such award is the International Student Merit Scholarship.

The International Student Merit Scholarship is awarded on the basis of a student's academic ability and ranges from $26,000 to $32,000 per year. This is a merit award so no separate application is needed to be considered. As a first-year applicant, once your application for admission (through either the Common Application or the Scranton Application) is received, you're automatically considered for this scholarship.

The Office of Admissions reviews every application and the scholarships are offered as part of the acceptance package. The amount awarded is based on the strength of your high school grades, the rigor of your high school curriculum, the number and levels of AP courses or IB diplomas, SAT/ACT scores (if submitted), and other support materials such as recommendation letters and essays.

While the University of Scranton allows international students to apply for aid, it should be noted that the university does not meet 100% need, and largely, financial aid for international students is based on merit.

In addition to these institutional funds, I would also suggest looking into outside scholarships, many of which are open to international students. Websites like ScholarshipOwl and Appily are good places to start your search for outside scholarships. As always, be mindful of deadlines and start applying as early as possible. Good luck with your applications!