I'm an international student trying to figure out how to pay for college in the U.S. Are there specific scholarships available for students like me? I'd love to hear from anyone who has experience with this!
As an international student, you have several avenues open for scholarships in the U.S.
1. School-Specific Scholarships: Many universities offer scholarships specifically for international students. You would want to review the financial aid pages of the schools you're interested in to find specific awards. For example, University of Oregon offers the International Cultural Service Program (ICSP) scholarship, and Columbia University has a number of named scholarships for students from specific countries or regions.
2. External Scholarships: Some organizations offer scholarships open to international students. For instance, the Fulbright Foreign Student Program supports graduate students, artists and professionals from 155 countries to study and conduct research in the U.S. Remember to check the eligibility criteria for each scholarship though, as some might be limited to specific countries or fields of study.
3. Appily Scholarship Database: Appily offers a scholarship search tool where you can filter for scholarships open to international students. This can be an efficient way to find multiple opportunities in one place.
4. Reach out to your Local U.S. Embassy: They might have resources or knowledge of specific scholarships for students from your country looking to study in the U.S.
Remember, apply for as many scholarships as you are eligible for and remember to start your search early. This is a process that requires time and a bit of research. Good luck!
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