I'm thinking about applying to Purdue University, and I heard they offer merit-based scholarships even for international students. Does anyone know more details about the eligibility and application process for these scholarships?
Sure, Purdue University does offer merit scholarships for international students, which are typically based on academic achievement, leadership, or other accomplishments. Here's a general guideline for these scholarships:
1. You must first apply to Purdue University and get accepted. Generally, all students who apply for admission are automatically considered for scholarships; no separate application is usually required.
2. You should be aware that while Purdue offers scholarship opportunities for international students, the number of scholarships is limited and the competition is high.
3. The amount awarded can vary greatly depending on the specific scholarship. Some scholarships provide a partial amount towards tuition, while others can cover a substantial portion of the cost of attendance.
4. Typically, these scholarships are renewable for up to four years as long as you maintain satisfactory academic progress.
5. Merit scholarships are usually awarded based on your academic record, essays, extracurricular involvement and other factors.
Unfortunately, Purdue doesn't have a specific web page with a comprehensive list of all merit-based scholarships for international students. Many of their scholarship awards are school- and program-specific. So once you're admitted to Purdue and decide on your major, it's a good idea to look into scholarships offered by the specific school or program you'll be part of.
Purdue’s overall financial aid office or the international students office might also have more information on scholarships available specifically to international students.
Keep in mind that applying early may increase your chances of receiving scholarship aid. Remember to also look outside of Purdue for scholarship opportunities—there are many organizations that offer scholarships to international students studying in the U.S.
Hope this helps! Best of luck with your scholarship search.
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