Scholarship options for international students in the Bay Area?

Planning to study in the Bay Area and I'm an international student. Does anyone know about scholarships that cater to international students there? I'm trying to figure out my options, so any advice or pointers would be great!

Without knowing the specific schools you're interested in, I'll share some general advice. Many U.S. colleges and universities offer scholarships that are open to international students.

For example, UC Berkeley has a few scholarships available to international students: the Berkeley Undergraduate Scholarship for incoming freshmen, the Regents' and Chancellor's Scholarship (the most prestigious scholarship offered to enter undergraduates), and the Middle-Class Scholarship for undergraduate students with family incomes up to $217,000.

Also, Stanford University has an extremely generous financial aid program that extends to international students. They provide aid based on calculated need, so it could be worth looking into if Stanford is on your list.

For private scholarships, you might want to check out the International Education Financial Aid (IEFA) website, which has a search tool for international student scholarships. Another option is Appily, an online platform that helps students identify scholarships they’re eligible for, which includes options for international students.

Lastly, consider partnering with organizations that work specifically with international students to secure funding for college in the U.S. An example is the International Student Organization in America (ISOA). They don't offer scholarships themselves, but they provide resources and tools to help international students find and apply for scholarships.

Remember, the key to securing scholarships is to start early, apply to as many as you're eligible for, and remember that every little bit counts. Good luck!