How do I find scholarship apps for international students?

I'm an international student looking to apply to colleges in the US, and I need some financial help. Does anyone have advice on where to find scholarship apps that are specifically for international students? Any tips would be appreciated!

Sure, I can help you there! As an international student, you do have some options to find scholarships.

One suggestion is to check out scholarship databases such as Fastweb, Cappex (now rebranded as Appily), and Scholarship.com, which cater to all students including international ones. Note that using these databases would require you to filter the scholarships to find those applicable to international students.

In addition to these databases, some individual colleges offer scholarships specifically for international students. For example, many colleges like Harvard, MIT, and Princeton offer need-based aid to international students. So it would be helpful to search for information about scholarships for international students on each college's financial aid page. Remember that some of these scholarships may be very competitive.

Also, consider looking into organizations such as the International Education Financial Aid (IEFA), which houses a database of scholarships and aid for international students. The Institute of International Education (IIE) is another resource that has an extensive databank of scholarships, fellowships, and grants for international students.

Finally, don't forget to speak with the counselors at your current school. They too can be good resources and they may be aware of local or national scholarships in your home country that promote study-abroad experiences.

Remember that scholarship applications often require essays and recommendations. Additionally, they may have early deadlines compared to college applications. Keep track of these specific requirements to ensure that your applications are timely and complete. Good luck with your scholarship search!