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Top Scholarships for International Students Studying in the United States

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Studying abroad can be an expensive journey. However, international students looking to study in the United States can take advantage of scholarships to help minimize their financial costs. Today, we’ll explore some excellent scholarships at four of ApplyBoard’s partner schools in the US.

Please note that the information provided below is subject to change. Please refer to the university’s website for the most up-to-date information.

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Troy University

Troy University’s is awarded to new undergraduate students who:

  • Demonstrate a high level of academic achievement
  • Will be enrolled in full-time courses for a minimum of 12 hours per semesterÌý

This scholarship varies in amount, and is offered for one year (two semesters). Recipients of this scholarship will automatically have their out-of-state tuition requirements waived. However, these students must still pay at minimum the full rate of in-state tuition, unless they’re awarded an additional Service, Civic, Athletics, or Fine Arts Scholarship.

Troy University also offers the . This scholarship varies in amount and is awarded to international undergraduate students who have excelled academically in their first two semesters. To maintain eligibility, students must have at least a 3.0 grade point average (GPA) until graduation. Please note that students won’t be notified that they’ve received this scholarship until after the add/drop date in August and/or January.Ìý

International students may be eligible for other scholarships, including the:

Please visit Troy University’s for more information.

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University of Central Arkansas

The University of Central Arkansas offers the through the . This scholarship awards US$2,000 per semester for a maximum award of US$16,000 to high-achieving international students. It’s awarded until the completion of a student’s bachelor’s degree or for up to eight consecutive semesters, whichever comes first. To be considered, you must be a first-time degree-seeking student beginning an undergraduate program. The International Student Merit Scholarship is awarded based on a variety of criteria, including a student’s:Ìý

  • GPA or SAT/ACT scores
  • Essay
  • Resume
  • Letter of recommendation

International students currently enrolled at the University of Central Arkansas may be eligible for the . This highly competitive scholarship is awarded to students based on their:Ìý

  • Essay submission
  • GPA
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Leadership and/or service experience at the universityÌý

For more information on the application process and the full list of requirements, please visit the .

The University of Central Arkansas also recently announced their application process for . International students may be eligible for these scholarships, which range in amount.

Check out the University of Central Arkansas’ to learn about all of your options.

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Southwest Minnesota State University

Every year, Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU) offers many scholarships to its international students. The is awarded to full-time students with a minimum of a 2.5 GPA and who are at least in their second year of studies (sophomore standing or higher). Students must apply for this scholarship through the .

If you’re a non-degree-seeking or visiting international student enrolled at Southwest Minnesota State University, you may be eligible to apply for the . This scholarship is based on academic performance and a recommendation from the student’s university or college. Students must apply for this scholarship through the International Student Success Office.

To stay up-to-date with current scholarship opportunities, refer to Southwest Minnesota State University’s .

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University of North AlabamaÌý

The University of North Alabama’s is awarded in a student’s third semester. This scholarship awards up to US$5,000 per semester based on the student’s GPA. It’s available to any student who previously received a recruitment scholarship, and is renewable for the span of the degree program.Ìý

The awards US$8,000–US$10,000 for the first two semesters of an international student’s studies. All applicants are eligible upon admission.Ìý

International students studying at the graduate level may be eligible for the . It awards US$5,000–US$7,000 for the first year of studies. Students must meet academic performance requirements for the second semester award.Ìý

Students may also be eligible for the Global Learning Community Housing Scholarship, International Scholarship for Graduate Retention, and Online Students Scholarship.

Head over to the University of North Alabama’s admissions to explore your options.


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