USA Scholarships for International Students 2023

0 Comments 12/02/2021

Introduction

There are many people who dream of going to the USA to achieve their dreams. It is, after all, the land of dreams. Many international students wish to pursue further studies in America too. But the thought of the expenses is probably deterring you from fulfilling your dream. But don’t worry. There are a lot of international scholarships provided by various private and public organizations, with which you can achieve your dream of studying there. The main purpose of international programs for students is to provide a healthy environment and to contribute to the welfare of the global community.

In this article, we take a look at the various scholarships that are available to international students who wish to pursue their education in the U.S.

Before you look for an international scholarship, you need to figure out a plan. There are two kinds of scholarships available: fully funded, and partially funded. Fully funded scholarships cover all your expenses, like tuition fees, accommodation expenses, medical expenses, and various others. You are offered a stipend, so as to enable you to meet your expenses. Since these scholarships require high amounts of money, these programs are usually less in number.

Partially funded scholarships cover only a part of your expenses. In most cases, it is the tuition fees of the colleges and universities which you might be attending. Rest of your expenses, you would have to bear on your own. Since the amount required is less, these scholarships are more readily available.

Now, you need to figure out whether you need a fully funded or a partially funded scholarship. To know that, you need to calculate your average cost of living and studying in a foreign country. Factor in all expenses that you might have to bear as a foreign student. Include factors like tuition fees, additional college fees, education material expenses, boarding and lodging expenses, travel expenses, medical expenses, and health insurance, among a lot of other factors. Once you have a clear chart for your expenses, see what your finances can cover. Decide on the scholarships that you want to pursue based on the kind of financial aid that you would require.

After you are done with that step, here are some scholarships that you can check out.

1. Fulbright Scholarship

This is one of the most well-known scholarships available for international students. Students can apply for this international student program if they are graduate students, artists, or young professionals. It is available in 160 countries and approximately 4000 students avail these scholarships daily. Depending on your country of nativity, the eligibility criteria could vary, so go through the details on their site for more information.

2. Hubert Humphrey Fellowship Program

This grant comes under the Fulbright Program and is offered to international young or mid-career professionals from developing countries. International fellows are given 10 months of non-degree graduate study and exposure to professional experiences related to their fields. Women and people from minorities are greatly encouraged to apply for the international grant. There are opportunities for fellowships in the following fields:

●     Agricultural and Rural Development

●      Communications/Journalism

●     Contagious and Infectious Diseases

●     Economic Development

●     Educational Administration

●     Planning and Policy

●     Finance and Banking

●     Higher Education Administration

●     HIV/AIDS Policy and Prevention

●     Human Resource Management

●     International Religious Freedom

●     Law and Human Rights

●     Natural Resources

●     Environmental Policy, and Climate Change

●     Public Health Policy and Management

●     Public Policy Analysis and Public Administration

●     Substance Abuse Education

●     Treatment and Prevention

●     The Teaching of English as a Foreign Language

●     Technology Policy and Management

●     Trafficking in Persons

●     Policy and Prevention

●     Urban and Regional Planning

You need to be proficient in writing, as well as spoken English. You would also have to take the internet-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam. The program is fully funded. You even receive a one-time settling-in allowance and a computer subsidy, apart from living allowance, airfare, and tuition fees.

3. American Association of University Women

This is offered to international women who are not American citizens and wish to pursue their Master’s or Ph.D. from the U.S. International applicants should have an international equivalent of a graduate degree. Other criteria for being eligible for the scholarship are listed below:

●     Students who reside in developing/emerging countries, or from an underrepresented group in any region, will receive special consideration.

●     The academic and professional qualifications of the students

●     Students should contribute to the advancement of women in their home country

●     Students should have a prior record of community service in their native country

●     The plan of study or research proposed by the students should be feasible

4. Illinois Wesleyan University Scholarships

These grants are offered to international students who wish to pursue an undergraduate course at the institution. There are two kinds of scholarships that are offered to international graduate students:

●     Merit-based Scholarships: For this, students should have an excellent academic record. All applications are automatically considered for this scholarship.

●     President’s Scholarships: Students should be extremely qualified as international students

The University also offers financial aid to students who need it. To avail that, you need to submit a CSS PROFILE, which provides details regarding your financial resources.

5. Clark Global Scholarship Program

Clark University also offers scholarships to international students who want to pursue an undergraduate degree. The criteria for qualifying for these scholarships vary, but mainly, there is one requirement, that you should have had a good track record as a student.

6. Boston University Presidential Scholarship

Boston University is a private institution located in Boston, Massachusetts. With the Boston University Presidential Scholarship, students are eligible for a scholarship that covers $25000 of their undergraduate degree course fees for an academic year. Students can renew this scholarship for every year up to 4 years, which is the total duration of the program. The program is not restricted by nationality, so your country of nativity doesn’t matter for you to receive this grant.

The eligibility criteria are listed below:

●     Students must have a good grasp of the English language.

●     Students must have ranked in the top 5% of your high school class

●     Students must have scored more than 1500 in your SAT, and more than 33 in your ACT

●     Students must have excelled in extracurricular activities

7. University of New Haven Scholarship

The University of New Haven is a state university located in West Haven, Connecticut. The institution offers two grants to international students who want to pursue their Masters’s degrees. These are Provost’s Assistantship, which offers 75% of tuition assistance and an hourly wage to the scholar, and Dean’s Scholarship, which provides 50% of the tuition fees. These scholarships are available for people from all countries, so anyone can apply. The major requirements are a good grip on the English language and a good pre-qualification record.

Conclusion

This is the list of scholarships that you can avail yourself as an international scholar, in the United States.

Scholarship Name	Academic Level Offered For	Amount
Fulbright Scholarships	Master’s/PhD	Fully Funded
Humphrey Grant	Master’s/Professional	Fully funded
American Association of University Women	Master’s/PhD	$18,000 – $30,000
Illinois-Wesleyan University Scholarships	Undergraduate	$10,000 – $22,000 per year
Clark Global Scholars Program	Undergraduate	$15000 – $25000 per year
Boston University Presidential Grant	Undergraduate	$25000
University of New Haven Scholarship	Master’s	50% to 75% of tuition fees

 

Being an international scholar certainly has its own charm. You get to experience a completely new culture, visit a new place, and have varied experiences. Apart from that, it also helps in character-building.

All things considered, don’t give up on your dream of studying in the United States just because your finances have hit a snag. There are a lot of scholarships out there, available for foreign students, which you can avail. But beware of scholarship scams, as there are many fraudulent offers that seek to befool eager international students wanting to study abroad. Conduct proper research regarding these international

scholarships, learn about the various requirements, and put in all your hard work, and you will definitely succeed. After all, with hard work, you can achieve everything: even an international scholarship for studying in the USA.

 

Good Luck!