Friday, July 23, 2010

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Finding scholarship funding isn’t easy, even for U.S. citizens. It takes hours for research, reading application instructions, writing essays, and gathering required documents such as letters of recommendation. This $1.99 e-book is designed to collect advice and strategies in one place and provide information about some of the hundreds of scholarships that exist for which international students are eligible to apply.






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Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Vanderbilt University

Vanderbilt University is an internationally recognized research university in Nashville, Tenn., with strong partnerships among its 10 schools, neighboring institutions and the community.

Vanderbilt offers undergraduate programs in the liberal arts and sciences, engineering, music, education and human development, as well as a full range of graduate and professional degrees. The combination of cutting edge research, liberal arts, nationally recognized schools of business and divinity and a distinguished medical center creates an invigorating atmosphere where students tailor their education to meet their goals and researchers collaborate to solve complex questions affecting our health, culture and society.

Vanderbilt provides a gateway to greatness, drawing the best and brightest students from across the nation and around the world. Vanderbilt alumni can be found in Congress, on the judicial bench, in the pulpit, heading corporations, conducting innovative medical research, writing for and appearing on the stage and screen, and playing in the NFL and major league baseball.

An independent, privately supported university, Vanderbilt is the largest private employer in Middle Tennessee and the second largest private employer based in the state.

International Student & Scholar Services fosters the education and development of non-immigrant students and scholars to enable them to achieve their academic and professional goals and objectives. ISSS provides advice, counseling, and advocacy regarding immigration, cross-cultural, and personal matters. ISSS supports an environment conducive to international education and intercultural awareness via educational, social, and cross cultural programs.

Vanderbilt is committed to enrolling talented, motivated students from diverse backgrounds. Over 60 percent of Vanderbilt students receive some type of financial aid. The University offers a full range of merit-based scholarships, need-based financial assistance, and financing/payment options to families of all income levels.

Monday, July 5, 2010

University of Nevada at Las Vegas

In its 52-year history, UNLV has undergone an amazing transformation from a small branch college into a thriving urban research institution of 28,000 students and 3,300 faculty and staff.

Along the way, the urban land-grant university has become a dynamic resource for one of the country's fastest-growing and most enterprising cities. UNLV's 332-acre main campus, located on the southern tip of Nevada in a desert valley surrounded by mountains, is home to more than 220 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degree programs, all accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.

At UNLV, we've dedicated resources to help our students pay for college in a variety of ways, including reduced-tuition programs, scholarships, loans, and even a monthly payment plan that allows you to pay your tuition in smaller interest-free payments each month. We want to help take the stress out of paying for college so you can focus on your studies and enjoy your college experience.

The Financial Aid & Scholarships Office supports higher-education access and persistence by providing financial aid to eligible students. The office partners with student organizations, high schools, and other external constituents to provide financial aid learning opportunities.

The staff is committed to providing accurate, courteous, and timely service to parents and students. The office disbursed approximately $150 million in financial aid to students during the last school year.

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is a public co-educational urban university established in 1957. Approximately 28,000 students at UNLV currently pursue degrees in over 220 undergraduate and graduate programs. Approximately 1,400 are international students who come from over 77 different countries. The campus is located in the heart of the city, about three kilometers from McCarran International Airport.

Sunday, July 4, 2010

University of Arkansas - Little Rock

UALR is a metropolitan university on the move, a dynamic learning institution where students find unique learning and internship opportunities provided through one-of-a-kind connections to the state’s thriving capital city.

With more than 100 programs of study, UALR has an academic program to suit your interests – and an equal number of social and service organizations as well.

The UALR Office of Admissions and Financial Aid administer a variety of scholarship programs that recognize superior academic achievement, leadership qualities, and potential contribution to the scholarly community of the University. UALR students also receive a wide array of scholarships from external donors and outside resources.

OIS provides comprehensive assistance and support for more than 500 international students concerning legal and institutional requirements for studying at UALR, and to domestic students concerning studying abroad. The office advises students about immigration requirements and transfer credit, conducts international student orientation, assists international students regarding living and studying on an American campus, assists with housing, and provides advisory services for matters involving nonacademic concerns. Representing more than 60 countries, these distinguished international students and scholars enrich the educational experience for all members of our community.

Saturday, July 3, 2010

Eastern Michigan University

Since 1849, Eastern Michigan University has been committed to the highest standards in the classroom, the community and the world. With 22,000 students of all ages and walks of life from around the globe, we are able to combine a world-class university with a thriving, connected community environment.

EMU is an exciting place to visit, to study, to research, to teach, to work and to grow.

To supplement their own funds, EMU students receive more than $130 million per year in financial aid: scholarships, grants, loans, GA tuition/stipends, athletic grants-in-aid, part-time employment and fellowships. Financial aid comes from federal, state, EMU and private sources, some of which international students will be eligible for.

Every year about 400 new international students come to Eastern Michigan University to study, and there are approximately 1,000 international students that call EMU home. International students come to EMU currently from about 87 countries and study at the graduate and undergraduate level.

Friday, July 2, 2010

Gonzaga University - Spokane, Washington

Gonzaga University is a private, four-year institution of higher education. More than 105 buildings dot the 131-acre campus overlooking the Spokane River. Students include both women and men, who can enroll in a multitude of undergraduate or graduate programs. Enrollment for the 2007-08 academic year was 6,923 students.

Gonzaga University international students enjoy a warm welcome along with the academic challenge of attending one of the finest universities in the western United States. Gonzaga is fully accredited by CEA and the teachers are all active members of TESOL. Gonzaga enrolls students from over 35 countries and provide a truly "American" cultural experience in the safe and friendly city of Spokane, Washington.

Gonzaga's Financial Aid Office is dedicated to helping students and families in the pursuit of their educational goals by providing excellent service in a professional, individualized manner. Money should never come between a qualified student and a Gonzaga education. Outside scholarships, or scholarships not specific to Gonzaga University students, are widely available through many different sources. The Financial Aid Office maintains a scholarship bookshelf, which contains scholarships that are a good fit for students.

Thursday, July 1, 2010

University of Maryland - Baltimore

The Baltimore campus of the University of Maryland was founded in 1807 along a ridge in what was then called Baltimore Town. Today, this 61-acre research and technology complex encompasses 62 buildings in West Baltimore near the Inner Harbor.

The University is Maryland's only public academic health, human services, and law center. Seven professional and graduate schools train the majority of the state's physicians, nurses, dentists, lawyers, social workers, and pharmacists.

The UMB financial aid programs have been developed to help students who have academic potential and limited financial resources. The programs are specifically directed at helping those students who would not be able to complete their education without support. Approximately 80% of UMB students receive assistance through the financial aid office.

The Office of International Services will issue the appropriate immigration form needed to secure a visa after acceptance for admission to the University.

Wednesday, June 30, 2010

University of Denver

Known for its excellence in undergraduate and graduate research and academics, University of Denver offers more than 200 challenging programs, including traditional bachelor's, master's and doctorate degrees, innovative dual degrees, and online degrees and certificates for working professionals.

The Office of Financial Aid provides counseling and services to help students and their families finance an education at the University of Denver. There is a separate page for both graduate and undergraduate scholarship opportunities.

The University of Denver hosts international students, faculty, staff, and scholars from a number of different countries each year. The duration of international visitors' stay depends on the length of their academic or research program, or the duration of employment status granted to them by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Statistics on the international population are released each fall quarter.

Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Wilmington University

Wilmington University is a private, non-sectarian university that offers both undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a wide range of instructional areas. The University began with a charter class of 194 students in 1968 and has grown to serve a student body of approximately 12,500 students of diverse backgrounds.

Wilmington University’s main campus is located near the city of Wilmington and historic New Castle, Delaware. The campus is easily accessible by air, rail, and bus. Its central location in the northeast corridor of the United States provides students convenient access to the major cities of New York, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C. Recreational areas such as beaches and ski resorts are within easy driving distance.

Wilmington University provides access to higher education for a diverse student population regardless of financial circumstances. Supported by a student-centered philosophy, the financial aid staff strive to guide and assist students in fulfilling their academic goals.

Currently, international students at Wilmington University represent over 60 countries from around the globe. Such rich and diverse backgrounds contribute immensely to the Wilmington University experience.

Monday, June 28, 2010

Indiana Tech

Indiana Tech is a private, career-oriented university with a maincampus in Fort Wayne, Indiana and satellite campuses statewide.

The campus spans roughly 40 acres and additional parcels are acquired as they become available. In addition to building projects, two city blocks were added to the Fort Wayne campus. The land is home to a lighted soccer field which the university began using in fall 2004. The campus also grew north, across Washington Boulevard with the construction of Virginia Yergens-Rogers Hall, an apartment-style dorm built in 2004. The Labor of Love for Learning (L3) Amphitheater was dedicated in the summer of 2005.

Indiana Tech has a long tradition of providing an environment in which students from all backgrounds can come together to live, explore, grow. The decision to study abroad is life-changing and you're taking a significant step by researching education opportunities.

While working with the financial aid office, many students find that an Indiana Tech education is actually a very affordable option. A college education is an investment in your future, and we want to help ease concerns of finances so that Indiana Tech becomes an affordable choice.

Sunday, June 27, 2010

University of Kentucky

A leading public research university, University of Kentucky - Lexington is on an exciting path toward becoming a Top 20 public research institution -- one that’s conducting groundbreaking research in cancer, Parkinson’s disease and diabetes. Yet UK remains one of the most affordable major universities in the United States.The University of Kentucky regularly is listed in many "top" or "best of" categories by national publications or organizations.

The University of Kentucky is proud of its diverse student body. UK's enrolled students represent more than 100 countries around the world. These students enjoy an enormous array of choices with over 200 majors in 11 academic colleges. Scholarships are available.

Saturday, June 26, 2010

Delaware State University

Delaware State University currently offers 54 undergraduate degree options, an impressive number for a school of DSU’s size (averaging 3,700 students). It also offers 23 master’s degree programs, recently adding a new program in molecular and cellular neuroscience, as well as five doctoral degree programs in areas such as interdisciplinary applied mathematics/mathematical physics and educational leadership.

DSU is located in the historic city of Dover, the capital of Delaware, which has a geographical position at the center of the state. Its close proximity to the city of Philadelphia afforded Caesar Rodney a short horseback ride to sign the Declaration of Independence. The Constitution, the document that continues to protect our nation’s liberty, also declared Delaware as the “The First State” of the new Federal Union.

The Delaware State University Financial Aid Office is committed to providing the best possible service and programs to assist you in achieving students' educational goals. Delaware State University currently provides our students an array of scholarships. Prospective scholarship recipients may become eligible based upon academic achievement, financial need, group affiliation, or some combination of these factors.

The Office of International Student Services (OISS) provides a campus community that values diversity and promotes global education and cross-cultural understanding; programs and services that promote academic as well as personal growth and development of international students; and encourages positive interactions among foreign and domestic students. DSU enrolls students from Africa, Europe, South America, Asia, and the Caribbean. The Office of International Student Services supports international students on a variety of levels and provides guidance on the following:

Friday, June 25, 2010

Connecticut College

Discover Connecticut College, one of the nation's leading residential liberal arts colleges, located midway between New York and Boston. You'll find a challenging academic program, distinguished faculty and a friendly campus community that’s globally focused, actively involved with athletics and more than 60 student-run clubs and organizations.

Our generous need-based financial aid program currently provides 45% of students with financial aid. Grants and scholarships are also well-represented.

Students from 70 different countries exchange world views and plan and enjoy activities through ATLAS, the international students' club, and other clubs and events with an international focus.

Thursday, June 24, 2010

Adams State - Colorado

Adams State (located in Alamosa, Colorado) was recently designated the Regional Education Provider for southern Colorado. Today, students can earn a bachelor's degree in any of 16 majors, with 28 minors and emphases.

The close-knit campus and friendly community create a supportive environment that fosters success. Adams State is a perfect fit for anyone who loves snowboarding, rock climbing, mountain biking -- or the idea that professors will know them by name.

ASC offers a wide range of majors including the most popular majors such as business, biology, chemistry, teacher education and more. All classes are taught by professors and not graduate students. We offer students the opportunity to work closely with their professors that are all experts in their field.

There is a separate website to welcome international students to campus, as well as a financial aid site that includes information about scholarships.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

University of Idaho

University of Idaho - Moscow offers a distinctive combination of outstanding majors and graduate programs, accomplished faculty, world-class facilities, renowned research and a residential campus in a spectacular natural setting.

It's no wonder it's ranked among the top national universities in the country (U.S. News & World Report). It's also one of the best values in higher education (The Princeton Review).

University of Idaho is home to 600 international students from 76 countries. The school has a comprehensive financial aid site, including a separate page for scholarship information.