Opportunities for international students at Rose-Hulman?

I'm an international student interested in attending Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. What scholarships are available for people like me? Any insights on how to make my application stronger for these scholarships?

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology does offer scholarships for international students. It’s wonderful that you're considering this. I would recommend focusing on your academic achievements when looking to strengthen your application for scholarships. Most scholarships at Rose-Hulman are merit-based, meaning they primarily consider your academic, leadership, and extracurricular achievements.

For example, you could emphasize your high school transcript, highlighting your high GPA or challenging courses you’ve taken. If you've participated in competitions or projects related to your intended major, this could also be a strong point to highlight.

Do check out the leadership opportunities you've had as well. They might not be related to your intended major but roles in the student council or other clubs definitely count. You can dedicate a section in your application to describe what you did and accomplished in these roles. Rose-Hulman values leadership and teamwork, given their project-based learning approach.

On the extracurricular side, try to emphasize activities where you've demonstrated depth and commitment over time (Tiers 1-3) versus broad participation in a large number of activities (Tier 4). Demonstrate your 'spike', a specific passion and depth of involvement, as you assemble your resume. Remember, it’s not about how many activities you're involved in, it’s about the depth of your involvement, and what sort of impact you've had on your community, club, or team.

Lastly, ensure your application essays are polished and show a clear idea of what you wish to achieve at Rose-Hulman. Explain how the opportunities available at the school align with your academic and career aspirations. Good luck!