Are there specific universities known for offering large scholarships to international students? I'm trying to figure out where I should apply to maximize my scholarship opportunities.
Absolutely, there are indeed certain colleges that have a strong track record of providing substantial scholarships for international students. However, keep in mind that the offerings can vary greatly depending on the student's academic profile, intended field of study, leadership potential, and other factors.
Many private universities, despite higher sticker prices, can actually offer substantial aid packages, including for international students. Notable among these are:
- Columbia University: They have specific financial aid resources for international students and pledge to meet 100% of the demonstrated financial need for all students.
- Harvard University: They also vow to meet 100% of demonstrated financial need for all students, including internationals. Furthermore, if your family earns less than $85,000 per year, you are not expected to make a financial contribution.
- Yale University: Like Harvard and Columbia, they also meet 100% demonstrated need for all admitted undergraduate students.
- Princeton University: It provides generous financial aid packages for international students based on demonstrated need. The packages are "grant-based", which means the aid does not need to be repaid.
- Dartmouth College: They offer need-based scholarships for international students, and meet 100% of demonstrated need.
For other scholarship opportunities, check the individual university websites to find out about their policies for international students, and consider reaching out to the universities’ financial aid offices for specific information. Also, remember to have your family complete each university's net price calculator to get an estimate of the cost. Keep in mind that scholarship application deadlines often precede admission application deadlines, so it's best to start early! Good luck with your search for scholarships. It's a commendable step towards financing your education!
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