Are there scholarships available for international students at UT Austin?

I'm considering applying to UT Austin as an international student and was wondering if there are specific scholarship opportunities available for us. If anyone has experience navigating this or knows any tips, it would be a huge help. Thanks!

Yes, the University of Texas at Austin does offer several scholarships tailored specifically for international students.

One notable scholarship is the Forty Acres Scholars Program, which is a highly competitive scholarship. It's open to all applicants including international ones, and covers full tuition, fees, a living stipend, and an enrichment stipend for study abroad opportunities. However, it's not specifically dedicated to international students and is fiercely competitive.

As for scholarships specifically for international students, UT Austin administers the Good Neighbor Scholarship, which is open to students from countries in the Western Hemisphere (other than Cuba and the U.S.). This scholarship covers one year of tuition.

Also available is the International Education Fee Scholarship (IEFS), which was established to provide financial assistance for study abroad opportunities. This is open to both domestic and international students, so long as they are planning an education abroad experience.

For general advice on finding scholarships, one good strategy is to reach out to the university's financial aid office directly. They may have more information or resources and it demonstrates your proactive commitment to finding financial resources. Additionally, it's always worth researching independent scholarship opportunities outside of the university itself, as many organizations offer scholarships to international students.

Remember to check all the eligibility criteria for each scholarship before applying and ensure your application materials are in order well before the deadline. Good luck with your scholarship search and with your application to UT Austin.