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14.1. International Students

International students often face additional hurdles when seeking financial aid, as many scholarships and federal aid programs are restricted to U.S. citizens or permanent residents. However, there are still opportunities available:

1. Institutional Aid

• Many colleges and universities offer merit-based or need-based scholarships specifically for international students.

• Research the financial aid policies of your target schools to see what they offer.

2. Private Scholarships

• Organizations like the Fulbright Program, the Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program, and the Aga Khan Foundation provide funding for international students.

• Use scholarship databases like InternationalScholarships.com or ScholarshipPositions.com to find opportunities.

3. Government and Home Country Programs

• Some governments offer scholarships for students to study abroad (e.g., the Chevening Scholarships in the UK or the DAAD Scholarships in Germany).

• Check with your home country’s education ministry or embassy for available programs.

4. Work-Study and On-Campus Employment

• International students on an F-1 visa can often work on campus to help cover expenses.

• Be sure to understand the restrictions and requirements for working while studying in the U.S.