Scholarships for International Students
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Explore top scholarships, fellowships, and financial aid options for Indian and international students applying to U.S. universities.
Learn how to qualify, apply, and maximize your chances of getting funded.
Why Scholarships Matter for Indian Students
With annual costs in the USA ranging from ₹25–₹45 lakhs, scholarships play a key role in making education affordable. Over 50% of international students in the USA receive some form of financial aid.
✅ Reduce or eliminate tuition fees
✅ Help cover living and academic expenses
✅ Improve visa approval chances by proving financial backing
Types of Scholarships Available
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Merit-Based | Awarded for academic excellence, high GPA, or achievements |
| Need-Based | Granted to students from low-income families |
| Program-Specific | Offered for particular courses like MBA, STEM, Public Health |
| University Scholarships | Provided by institutions for international students |
| External Fellowships | Funded by government or private organizations |
Top Scholarships for Indian Students
Government/External Scholarships:
- Fulbright-Nehru Master’s Fellowship
Fully-funded for Master’s degrees in select fields - Inlaks Scholarship
For arts, humanities, law, and design - AAUW International Fellowships
For female applicants only - Tata Scholarships for Cornell University
For Indian undergraduates - Narotam Sekhsaria Foundation
Interest-free loan-based merit scholarship
University-Specific Scholarships:
- Stanford Knight-Hennessy Scholars
- Harvard Financial Aid Program
- NYU Wagner Merit Scholarship
- Columbia SIPA Fellowships
- MIT Need-Based Aid
Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for most U.S. scholarships, students must have:
✅ Strong academic scores (above 75%)
✅ High scores in IELTS/TOEFL/GRE/GMAT
✅ A compelling SOP or essay
✅ Community service or leadership background
✅ Proven financial need (for need-based aid)
Application Timeline & Deadlines
| Application Type | Recommended Deadline |
|---|---|
| University Scholarships | Along with application (Oct–Jan) |
| Fulbright Fellowship | May–July (preceding year) |
| External Grants & NGOs | 6–12 months before course starts |
✅ Many scholarships have early deadlines. Apply 6–9 months before the intake.
SOPs & Essays for Scholarship Success
- Your Statement of Purpose (SOP) must reflect your goals, background, and alignment with the program
- Many scholarships require separate personal statements, diversity statements, or financial need essays
Tips:
✅ Keep essays genuine and goal-driven
✅ Show how you'll contribute to the university or community
✅ Emphasize leadership, social work, or innovation
Amounts Covered by Scholarships
| Type of Coverage | Range |
|---|---|
| Partial Tuition Waiver | $5,000 – $20,000/year |
| Full Tuition + Living | $40,000 – $70,000/year |
| Stipend/Assistantship | $500 – $2,000/month |
Research/Teaching Assistant Hourly or monthly pay, tax-free
✅ Countrywide Visas helps you shortlist universities offering maximum aid
Assistantships & On-Campus Funding
| Assistantship Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Teaching Assistant (TA) | Assist professors with grading, tutorials, etc. |
| Research Assistant (RA) | Work on funded academic projects |
| Graduate Assistant (GA) | Administrative or departmental work |
✅ Offered mainly for PG/PhD programs
✅ Can reduce tuition + provide monthly pay
How to Find & Apply for Scholarships
- Use official portals like EducationUSA
- Check university financial aid pages
- Visit scholarships.com and fastweb.com
- Get guidance from Countrywide Visas counselors for Indian-specific grants
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