I'm an international student interested in studying medicine abroad. Are there any specific undergraduate medical scholarships available for students like me? Any advice or potential resources would be super helpful!
Sure, I'd be glad to help! Funding opportunities can greatly vary depending on the individual case, so research is key. That said, there are a range of scholarships specifically geared toward international students pursuing a degree in medicine:
1. Harvard Medical School: has a scholarship for international students called the Castle Society Scholarship. It gives aid to students demonstrating significant financial need.
2. American University of Antigua (AUA): offers a few funds that international students are eligible for, including the International Students Scholarship which is based on academic merits.
3. Baylor College of Medicine: International students are eligible for merit-based scholarships like the DeBakey Scholars which recognizes outstanding academic achievements.
Other scholarships may be available based on nationality. For example, the Colombo Plan Scholarship in Australia is for students from the Asia-Pacific area.
If you're exploring studying in the UK, then have a look at the Global Health Scholarship for international students at University of Southampton, and the Undergraduate International Outreach Bursaries at Imperial College London.
In addition to this, platforms like Appily can offer a wide variety of scholarships and financial aid options for undergraduate studies including medicine.
Remember, most scholarships are highly competitive, so it's important to start your search early and prepare your application thoroughly. Good luck with your study journey in medicine!
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