I'm trying to find universities that provide full scholarships for international students, covering tuition and other expenses. Does anyone know about such opportunities? I want to make sure my education abroad is financially feasible. Thanks!
Sure, I'd be happy to guide you to some universities that offer substantial scholarships for international students.
1. Vanderbilt University: Offers merit-based scholarships that cover the full cost of attendance, including the Ingram Scholars Program, the Cornelius Vanderbilt Scholarship, and the Chancellor's Scholars Program. While extremely competitive, these can be awarded to international students.
2. Duke University: The Karsh International Scholars Program specifically targets international undergraduate students, covering tuition, room, meals, and even mandatory fees.
3. The Macaulay Honors College at the City University of New York (CUNY): The Macaulay scholarship covers tuition, but you'll need to cover living expenses in NYC yourself. Note that only a few international students are selected for this.
4. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Harvard University: Although they don't offer "full scholarships" per se, both have generous need-blind admissions policies and are committed to meeting 100% of demonstrated financial need. So in theory, if your family can't contribute towards your education costs, these schools should cover the entire cost of attendance, including room and board.
5. Amherst College: Another need-blind school for international students. Amherst guarantees to meet 100% of demonstrated financial need for all students, including internationals.
6. The University of Virginia (UVA): Offers the University Achievement Award to a select number of international students demonstrating exceptional academic achievement. This scholarship covers full in-state tuition and fees.
Remember, some of these awards are incredibly competitive. Having a strong academic record, stellar standardized test scores (where required), and standout extracurriculars will certainly boost your chances. Good luck with your searches and applications!
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