Question:
Do you offer scholarships to international students to the US. If you do, how much scholarship do you give?
Answer:
I don’t offer scholarships directly, but I can guide you to organizations, universities, and programs that provide scholarships for international students to study in the United States.
Popular Scholarships for International Students in the US
Here are some prominent programs offering scholarships to international students:
1. Government-Funded Scholarships
- Fulbright Foreign Student Program:
- Fully funds tuition, travel, living stipend, and health insurance.
- Open to students pursuing master’s or Ph.D. programs.
- Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program:
- Provides funding for mid-career professionals to study and enhance their leadership skills.
2. University-Specific Scholarships
- Harvard University Scholarships:
- Need-based scholarships covering up to 100% of tuition and living expenses.
- Stanford University Scholarships:
- Offers full financial aid through Knight-Hennessy Scholars or need-based aid.
- Yale University Scholarships:
- Need-based financial aid, with awards ranging from $50,000–$70,000 annually.
- Columbia University Scholarships:
- Columbia Global Scholars program offers full tuition waivers and living stipends.
3. Private Organization Scholarships
- MasterCard Foundation Scholarship:
- Fully funded scholarships for students from Africa.
- Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program:
- Provides tuition, travel, and living costs for master's students from developing countries.
4. Merit-Based Scholarships
- American University Emerging Global Leader Scholarship:
- Full tuition, room, and board for undergraduate international students.
- Clark Global Scholarship Program:
- Offers $15,000–$25,000 per year for undergraduate students.
Average Scholarship Amounts
The scholarship amounts vary depending on the program:
- Full Scholarships: Cover tuition, living expenses, health insurance, and sometimes airfare (e.g., Fulbright, Knight-Hennessy).
- Partial Scholarships: Range from $5,000–$50,000 annually (e.g., merit-based scholarships like those at Clark University or American University).
Steps to Apply
- Research scholarships that align with your academic field and country of origin.
- Prepare application materials, including:
- Academic transcripts
- English proficiency test scores (TOEFL/IELTS)
- Recommendation letters
- Statement of purpose or essay
- Apply directly to universities or through scholarship portals.
If you’d like specific guidance on a scholarship or university, let me know!
