Princeton University

Princeton simultaneously strives to be one of the leading research universities and the most outstanding undergraduate college in the world. As a research university, it seeks to achieve the highest levels of distinction in the discovery and transmission of knowledge and understanding, and in the education of graduate students. At the same time, Princeton is distinctive among research universities in its commitment to undergraduate teaching.

The University provides its students with academic, extracurricular and other resources—in a residential community committed to diversity in its student body, faculty and staff—that help them achieve at the highest scholarly levels and prepare them for positions of leadership and lives of service in many fields of human endeavor.

Through the scholarship and teaching of its faculty, and the many contributions to society of its alumni, Princeton seeks to fulfill its informal motto: “Princeton in the Nation’s Service and in the Service of All Nations."

Princeton has a long history of making educational opportunity available to all qualified students. For more than three decades, the university has considered students for admission to Princeton without concern over their families' ability to pay — and offered aid to cover 100 percent of each admitted student’s need.

Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey

With more than 50,000 students on campuses in Camden, Newark, and New Brunswick, Rutgers is one of the nation’s major public institutions of higher education. Chartered in 1766, Rutgers has a unique history as a colonial college, a land-grant institution, and a state university. The university’s 27 degree-granting units offer majors in more than 100 fields, with thousands of courses covering the full range of human experience.

As a public institution, Rutgers is committed to accessibility. University aid and scholarships of varying amounts are available to bright and talented students who choose Rutgers for their college education. During the 2007-2008 academic year, more than $119 million in aid was allocated to first-year students. In the fall of 2008, almost 1300 incoming students received University merit awards, representing about $10.5 million in merit aid. Merit awards are competitive and are allocated based on available funding.

University of Missouri, Columbia

The University of Missouri was founded in 1839 in Columbia, Mo., as the first public university west of the Mississippi River and the first state university in Thomas Jefferson's Louisiana Purchase territory. MU provides all the benefits of two universities in one — it's a major land-grant institution and Missouri's largest public research university.

Considered one of the nation's top-tier institutions, Mizzou has a reputation of excellence in teaching and research, and is the flagship campus of the four-campus University of Missouri System. It is one of only 34 public universities, and the only public institution in Missouri, to be selected for membership in the Association of American Universities. MU offers more than 286 degree programs — including 40 online degree options — and is designated as comprehensive doctoral with medical/veterinary by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.

In 2006-2007, MU undergraduate students received over $59,000,000 in scholarship aid, both internal and external.

International credential evaluation

Having a World Education Services credential evaluation can give you an advantage over other students. The WES Report demonstrates how your education compares with U.S. studies and shows your commitment to backing up your application with the facts.

WES has the world’s largest database of institutions, courses and degrees, so providing a WES evaluation enables U.S. institutions to review your application faster.

You can submit your application with the confidence that your qualifications will be recognized and understood. Submitting a WES evaluation can help you make sure that your application receives a fair review based on an accurate assessment of your prior education.

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

A degree from the University of Michigan is respected throughout the world. The excellence of a U-M education comes from a distinguished faculty, world-class resources such as advanced computer technology and a library of more than seven million volumes, and an endless variety of educational opportunities

The University of Michigan is located in Ann Arbor, MI, and is the academic home for undergraduate students from the United States and all over the world. Undergraduate and graduate students come here from 129 countries. In 2007, the total number of international students was 4,909; of these, 1,266 were international undergraduates. We believe strongly that diversity promotes freedom of thought, innovation and creativity, and a broader spectrum of learning. The University of Michigan is committed to building a racially, ethnically, and religiously heterogeneous community.

The University of Michigan Office of Financial Aid administers a variety of scholarship programs that recognize superior academic achievement, leadership qualities, and potential contribution to the scholarly community of the University. Some scholarships are based partly on financial need and others reflect the University's commitment to achieving a diverse student body. There is a special page set aside concerning financial issues for international students.

California State University, Fresno

CSU, Fresno affords you a moderate cost of living and an excellent academic experience. Few full scholarships are available, but several programs assist students with partial aid. International students are eligible to apply for university scholarships, which range from U.S. $100 to $2,000 per academic year.

International students may work on campus after their first successful semester and graduate students may be selected for teaching or graduate assistantships by their department. Transfer students from a U.S. institution are eligible to work on campus during their first semester.

California State University Fresno awards over a thousand scholarships totaling more than 2.5 million dollars to incoming and continuing students. Institutional scholarships range from $100 to almost $8,000 and are awarded to both undergraduate and graduate students. Regardless of accomplishments, interests, or background, we encourage all students to apply for scholarships.

All scholarship awards are dedicated to students enrolled at California State University, Fresno.