I'm planning to apply for a bachelor's degree in the U.S. and need information about scholarships available for international students. Are there specific scholarships I should keep an eye on?
Yes, there are multiple scholarships available specifically for international students in the U.S. Examples include:
1. Fulbright Foreign Student Program: This is one of the most popular scholarship programs for international students coming to the U.S. Fulbright grants are available in almost all academic fields and include funding for tuition, textbooks, airfare, health insurance, and a living stipend.
2. Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme: This is a competitive scholarship program for students from select developing countries, providing financial assistance towards postgraduate studies.
3. Tortuga Study Abroad Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded biannually to passionate international students who want to explore the U.S. The scholarship includes a $1,000 grant for studying abroad, as well as a travel backpack.
Few universities also offer generous scholarships for international students. For instance, Harvard, Yale, MIT, and Amherst are need-blind for all applicants, including international students, and they meet 100% of demonstrated financial need; this makes these top schools affordable if you can get in.
You may want to check the financial aid pages of the specific universities you're interested in for details on any scholarships they offer for international students, since individual universities often have their own separate scholarship programs. Each university's website will have specific information regarding the scholarships they offer, as well as the eligibility criteria and application process.
It's also worth noting that scholarship availability may depend on your country of origin, field of study, and level of study. Eligibility requirements and selection criteria vary, so it's important to thoroughly research each scholarship opportunity. It may require quite a bit of time and effort, but finding scholarships can help significantly offset the cost of education abroad.
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