University-Specific Scholarships for International Students
Top U.S. colleges offering generous financial aid to global applicants.
8/7/20252 min read
🔍 About This Blog
This newsletter is part of Eddo’s Scholarship Spotlight Series, built to support international students in navigating college, scholarships, and applications. All scholarships listed are verified and updated seasonally.
Introduction
Dreaming of a U.S. college education but worried about the cost? You're not alone. Thankfully, many top universities in the United States offer generous scholarships and full financial aid packages to international students. Some are merit-based, while others are need-based—but all are tied to specific colleges or universities.
This newsletter covers 8 university-specific scholarships for international students, making it easier for you to apply with confidence and focus on schools that support global talent.
Opportunity #1: Harvard University – Financial Aid for International Students
💰 Need-based aid covering 100% of demonstrated need
🌎 Open to: All admitted international undergraduates
📝 No separate application—aid is offered through the general admissions process
📌 Families earning under $85,000 typically pay $0
Opportunity #2: Yale University – Yale International Student Scholarships
💰 Need-based financial aid (meets full need)
🌎 Open to: All admitted international students
📌 Similar to domestic applicants—no income cut-off
🗓️ Apply for aid alongside admissions
Opportunity #3: Stanford University – International Student Aid
💰 Need-based aid that covers up to full cost
🌎 Open to: International undergraduate applicants
Opportunity #4: Amherst College – Need-Based Aid for International Students
💰 Meets 100% of demonstrated need
🌎 Open to: First-year international applicants
📌 Also offers the Amherst College Scholarship to admitted students
Opportunity #5: New York University (NYU) – AnBryce & Presidential Scholars Program
💰 Merit-based scholarships up to full tuition
🌎 Open to: Exceptional international applicants
📌 AnBryce is need-aware but offers full ride to select students
Opportunity #6: Columbia University – International Financial Aid
💰 Need-based aid available through CSS Profile
🌎 Open to: First-year international students
📌 Columbia is need-aware for international admissions but still meets full demonstrated need
Opportunity #7: University of Southern California (USC) – International Merit Scholarships
💰 Trustee Scholarship (Full Tuition) & Presidential Scholarship (Half Tuition)
🌎 Open to: Top international applicants
📌 Automatically considered when you apply by December 1
Opportunity #8: Berea College – 100% Tuition Scholarship for All International Students
💰 Full tuition covered for all international first-years
🌎 Open to: All admitted international students
📌 Must contribute to room, board, and fees—but generous work-study options available
Why This Matters
University-specific scholarships are often the most reliable way for international students to afford U.S. education. Many elite schools are need-blind or need-aware but still commit to meeting full demonstrated need, leveling the playing field for talented students regardless of background.
Wrapping Up
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