Comprehensive Information on Study in America ~~ Education USA website ~~ http://educationusa.state.gov

Submit a Question:

E-mail:

Ask question in another language:

Connect with EducationUSA
Become a Fan on Facebook • Follow us on Twitter • View our videos on YouTube

Find your advising center • Free download • Send this Link to a Friend

Question Archive: Financial Aid for Graduates

Total: 55. Pages: 1 2 3 4 5 6

Question: How can i applay to get a scholarship to learn in USA for my Msc Programme in international development study.

Tesfaye Mesele

Ethiopia

Answer: Thank you for your e-mail. Financial aid for foreign students studying in the USA is extremely limited. Though the competition is very keen financial aid is available for graduate study and research.

Financial aid may come from either public or private institutions or private foundations and organizations. At a graduate level students should apply for admission and financial aid directly to the academic department, and the department decides who will be accepted and awarded financial assistance. Remember, that many schools want to internationalize their campuses. If a school has no students from your country, they may be willing to fund such a student to increase diversity.

Students will have a greater chance of obtaining financial assistance if they:

•Show evidence of high level of academic achievement;

•Have high standardized test scores (TOEFL, GRE, GMAT);

•Demonstrate financial need and/or have private funding to cover some of the cost. Financial need is not crucial for some awards at the graduate level;

•A field of study or teaching experience in a subject offered at the undergraduate level (opportunities for teaching assistantships);

•A field of specialization or research interest which parallels those of university's department and faculty or the private funding source (opportunities for research assistantships and grants).

GRADUATE UNIVERSITY SEARCH:

Unless you already have a school in mind, the below websites will help you narrow your search in finding a school. In addition to finding a school that has the program you desire, there are also a number of other factors to consider. Do you want to be in a large city or a smaller town. Do you want to attend a school that is on the east coast, west coast, central or southern USA etc.

http://www.collegeboard.com

http://www.collegenet.com/

http://www.usnews.com/sections/education/index.html

http://www.gradschools.com/

http://www.cgsnet.org

http://www.collegesource.org/home.asp

http://www.petersons.com/

http://www.mba.com/

http://www.embark.com/

http://www.a2zcolleges.com/

http://www.allschoolsandlearning.com/

STRATEGIES FOR APPLICATION:

Once you decide which universities you would like to apply to, the following steps will help you in the application process.

•Start early - 18 months to two years is not too soon!

•Use references to find institutions that closely match your specialty and grant programs or research grants that apply specifically to your field.

•Take standardized examinations as early as possible. TOEFL and GRE or GMAT scores are essential.

•If you have published research, documented music performances, an art portfolio or other evidence of achievement, find a way to submit them as part of your application.

•Do everything that the university requests in its application procedure. If you cannot comply with a request, explain why and suggest alternatives.

•Emphasize your academic and research achievements, your plans for your academic and research work, and your plans for the future. At the graduate level, the primary reason for awarding financial aid is merit, not need. Be honest and accurate about the level of your need, but place emphasis on your academic promise rather than your need for total funding.

•The appearance of your application is important. Type or print neatly.

•Never send copies of letters, but send originals addressed to the appropriate person in the academic department or graduate admissions office.

FUNDING - GRADUATES

WEBSITES FOR GRADUATE FUNDING:

In addition to searching websites for the universities you would like to apply to, below are additional websites that may assist you in your search for funding.

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/pay/index.html

http://www.fastweb.com

http://www.collegenet.com/elect/app/app

http://www.finaid.org

http://www.iie.org/Template.cfm?section=Fulbright1

http://www.fulbrightonline.org/

http://foundationcenter.org/focus/education/

http://www.iaf.gov

http://www.fundingusstudy.com/

http://www.ssrc.org/

http://www.iacbg.org/board/index.php?

RESEARCH GRANTS

http://www.iie.org

http://www.iaf.gov/grants/apply_grant_en.asp

http://www.nationalacademies.org/grantprograms.html

These resources should help you narrow your search for universities and funding. If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to contact Education USA's Virtual Consulting Office again.

Question: i am majored in accounting and I want to apply for a master program that can offer me the most favorable scholarships or other financial assistance in US. What are the requirements and deadlines ?

I cant meet most of deadlines listed by the university because I havent got my GMAT and TOEFl yet and I am trying to graduate early ( I am supposed to be graduate in 2011, but I can finish all the credits needed by the July,2010)

Anything I can do?

Answer: Hi, Thank you for your question. We will do our best to help you in your search for information on studying in the U.S.A. If you have not already done so, we would like to invite you to visit our Education USA website which contains much useful information. https://www.educationusa.state.gov/. Please take the time to look at the "Useful Information", "Links", "News" and especially the "Free Downloads" located on the main page of our website. You may find the answers to many of your questions in these resource areas. To find an educational advising center in your area please search the following website: https://www.educationusa.state.gov/

In regards to your question of what are the requirements and deadlines for US universities. Well, basically every university is different so you would need to first find a university that you are interested in. See any of the following links to help in your search.

GRADUATE UNIVERSITY SEARCH

http://www.collegeboard.com

http://www.collegenet.com/

http://www.usnews.com/sections/education/index.html

http://www.gradschools.com/

http://www.cgsnet.org

http://www.collegesource.org/home.asp

http://www.petersons.com/

http://www.mba.com/

http://www.embark.com/

http://www.a2zcolleges.com/

http://www.allschoolsandlearning.com/

You will then have to check out the specific requirements and deadlines for the university you are interested in. Every one is different so there is no simple answer to that question.

If you are unable to meet the deadlines a university may have listed for TOEFL scores or the GMAT then unfortunately you will most likely have to defer your start date to another seemster. Some universities may be more flexible with their deadline dates but others may be very strict. You would have to contact the admissions office for the university in question to see if they would be wiling to make an exception. It never hurts to ask.

Question: To whom it may concern,

My name is Valentina Nicosia, I am an Italian citizen residing in Ireland. I graduated from the Dublin Institute of Technology in 2008 obtaining a 2.1 BSc Honours Degree in Product Design.

I speak four languages which are Italian, French, Spanish and English. My father's job involved moving country every 5 years or so and because of this I have had the opportunity to learn and 'live' the language to its fullest. Italian is my native language and speak it on a daily basis. I have done my primary and secondary studies in French, obtaining a Baccalaureat in 2003. I achieved this in Montevideo, Uruguay, where I lived for 5 years. I have lived in Los Angeles, California for 5 years where I initially learned English from 1991 to 1996 and have lived in Dublin since 2003.

I would like to undertake a Masters which would allow me to become a teacher in Languages with a view to becoming a lecturer.

I would also like to be able to work in Languages department sin colleges/universities. Is there a way to obtain sponsorship? Is there any information you can give me as to which is the best way forward in terms of requirements for teaching? If my degree is not of the right nature, can there be any exemptions made due to my advanced knowledge in various languages?

Thank you,

Kind Regards,

Valentina Nicosia

Regarding your question on taking a masters degree in a foreign language. You will need to do some research on what universities you are interested in and what their individual requirements are for their masters level programs. You may want to look for a program that is designed specifically for teaching the language you are majoring in, or offers an additional teaching certificate. Some universities may also hire Teacher's Assistant's (TA's) to help with teaching classes. This may be something that would help you reach your goal of being a foreign language teacher. For funding, check out the following links.

GRADUATE FUNDING SEARCH

http://www.collegeboard.com

http://www.fastweb.com

http://www.collegenet.com

http://www.finaid.org

http://www.iie.org/fulbright

http://www.fdncenter.org

http://www.iaf.gov

http://www.rotary.org

http://www.edupass.org/finaid

http://www.nsf.gov

http://www.grantsnet.org (Science Field)

http://www.internationalstudentloan.com

http://www.national-academies.org

RESEARCH GRANTS

http://www.iie.org/cies

http://www.national-academics.org

Additionally, you should know that there are varying regulations regarding teaching in the US for both highschools and colleges. These differ state to state. You will have to research the laws of each state. Check out http://certificationmap.com/ to start. You may also wish to look at http://www.actfl.org This is the home page for the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages.

Question: Good day!

I am Jay S. Seville from the Philippines. I am a Regisetred Pharmacist and currently working as a Laboratory Analyst at Food and Drug Administration Philippines, a government agency. I am very much interested to pursue a Masters Degree either in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical/Medicinal Chemistry, or Pharmacology. In what way I can obtain a financial aid, scholarship, or assistantship? Or how about a privilege for being a government employee of my country. Can you please provide me information so I can pursue my studies without worrying the expenses I maybe spending.. Your expertise is badly needed. Thanks.

Answer: Hi,

Thank you for your question. If you have not already done so, we would like to invite you to visit our Education USA website which contains much useful information. https://www.educationusa.state.gov/. Please take the time to look at the "Useful Information", "Links", "News" and especially the "Free Downloads" located on the main page of our website.

There is funding available to international graduate students but it will take some searching on your part. Find the universities that offer the degree you are seeking and see what opportunities they may offer. Below are some websites to help you in your search:

GRADUATE UNIVERSITY SEARCH

http://www.collegeboard.com

http://www.collegenet.com/

http://www.usnews.com/sections/education/index.html

http://www.gradschools.com/

http://www.cgsnet.org

http://www.collegesource.org/home.asp

http://www.petersons.com/

http://www.mba.com/

http://www.embark.com/

http://www.a2zcolleges.com/

http://www.allschoolsandlearning.com/

WEBSITES FOR GRADUATE FUNDING:

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/pay/index.html

http://www.fastweb.com

http://www.collegenet.com/elect/app/app

http://www.finaid.org

http://www.iie.org/Template.cfm?section=Fulbright1

http://www.fulbrightonline.org/

http://foundationcenter.org/focus/education/

http://www.iaf.gov

http://www.fundingusstudy.com/

http://www.ssrc.org/

http://www.iacbg.org/board/index.php?

RESEARCH GRANTS

http://www.iie.org

http://www.iaf.gov/grants/apply_grant_en.asp

http://www.nationalacademies.org/grantprograms.html

The following is information on Pharmacy studies in the U.S.:

First Professional Degrees - Pharmacy

(B.S., B.Pharm, Pharm. D.)

The Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy, Bachelor of Pharmacy, or Doctor of Pharmacy degrees will qualify the recipient for entry-level positions. However, the Doctor of Pharmacy degree is often preferred for employment in hospitals.

The two bachelor's degree programs generally require five years to compete, with the first two years being general academic requirements including college-level math, biological sciences, and chemistry. These requirements can sometimes be completed at community colleges, before entering the formal pharmacy program. The Doctor of Pharmacy program also has two years of pre-professional study, but it is followed by four years of professional study, with the fourth year being an opportunity for practice in a variety of settings.

There are 81 colleges of pharmacy recognized by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education (311 West Superior, Suite 512, Chicago IL 60610). Thirty-four of them require the Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT) for entrance. The exam is given three times a year, in November, February, and April. For more information about the PCAT, write to:

Pharmacy College Admission Test

The Psychological Corporation

P.O. Box 91581

Chicago, IL 60693

Licensure

In all states, licensure requires graduation for an accredited college of pharmacy, passing of a State board examination, and an internship of some sort. There is also a special exam for graduates of foreign pharmacy schools who wish to apply for state licensure in the United States. Information about the exam (Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Equivalency Examination Information) is available free from:

National Association of Boards of Pharmacy

700 Busse Highway

Park Ridge, IL 60068

Information about the requirements for licensure in a particular state should be directed to the Board of Pharmacy of the state or to:

National Association of Boards of Pharmacy

700 Busse Highway

Park Ridge, Illinois 60068

Or at: http://www.nabp.net

Residency Programs and Fellowships

Further training is possible in one or two-year residency programs in a particular area of pharmacy practice, or in pharmacy fellowships, individualized programs to train the participant to become an independent researcher.

Graduate Study

At least 70 colleges of pharmacy offer advanced study in one of the specialized areas of pharmacy, such as pharmaceutics and pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, pharmacognosy, and pharmacy administration. GRE and TOEFL are frequently required. Such programs lead to Master of Science or Ph.D. degrees, but not to eligibility for licensing as a pharmacist.

References:

Accredited professional Programs of Colleges and Schools of Pharmacy. Chicago:

American Council on Pharmaceutical Education. Annual, July.

Pharmacy School Admission Requirements. Alexandria, VA: American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy. Annual, September.

Graduate Programs in the Pharmaceutical Sciences (A guide for Students and Faculty).

Alexandria, VA: American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy. Annual.

Includes information about foreign student eligibility.

You may wish to contact an EducationUSA adviser. To find an educational advising center in your area please search the following website: https://www.educationusa.state.gov/

All the best to you.

Question: IS it possible to take scholarship to collect basic information and refrences from USA or germany that i need in P.H.D,

Answer: Financial aid for foreign students studying in the USA is extremely limited. Though the competition is very keen financial aid is available for graduate study and research. Financial aid may come from either public or private institutions or private foundations and organizations. At a graduate level students should apply for admission and financial aid directly to the department, and department decides who will be accepted and awarded financial assistance. Remember, that many schools want to internationalize their campuses. If a school has no students from your country, they may be willing to fund such a student to increase diversity.

Students will have a greater chance of obtaining financial assistance if they:

•Show evidence of high level of academic achievement;

•Have high standardized test scores (TOEFL, GRE, GMAT);

•Demonstrate financial need and/or have private funding to cover some of the cost. Financial need is not crucial for some awards at the graduate level;

•A field of study or teaching experience in a subject offered at the undergraduate level (opportunities for teaching assistantships);

•A field of specialization or research interest which parallels those of university's department and faculty or the private funding source (opportunities for research assistantships and grants).

FUNDING - GRADUATES

WEBSITES FOR GRADUATE FUNDING:

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/pay/index.html

http://www.fastweb.com

http://www.collegenet.com/elect/app/app

http://www.finaid.org

http://www.iie.org/Template.cfm?section=Fulbright1

http://www.fulbrightonline.org/

http://foundationcenter.org/focus/education/

http://www.iaf.gov

http://www.fundingusstudy.com/

http://www.ssrc.org/

http://www.iacbg.org/board/index.php?

RESEARCH GRANTS

http://www.iie.org

http://www.iaf.gov/grants/apply_grant_en.asp

http://www.nationalacademies.org/grantprograms.html

Question: Received scholarship from Harvard in the amount of $20000, but need additional scholarship in the amount of $45000. How can I get additional scholarship to study graduate level studies in Harvard in public administration 1 year program?

Answer: Hi, Thank you for your question. We are sorry for the delay in answering. It is wonderful that you received this scholarship from Harvard.

Below are some websites to help you in your search for funding:

GRADUATE FUNDING SEARCH

http://www.collegeboard.com

http://www.fastweb.com

http://www.collegenet.com

http://www.finaid.org

http://www.iie.org/fulbright

http://www.fdncenter.org

http://www.iaf.gov

http://www.rotary.org

http://www.edupass.org/finaid

http://www.nsf.gov

http://www.grantsnet.org (Science Field)

http://www.internationalstudentloan.com

http://www.national-academies.org

RESEARCH GRANTS

http://www.iie.org/cies

http://www.national-academics.org

Aid from US Universities: Fellowships, Scholarships, Assistantships

Although availability of financial assistance from university departments varies directly with the field,many foreign graduate students finance US education through assistantships. To locate likely sources of aid, first consult the Peterson 's Guide to Graduate and Professional Programs: http://www.petersons.com. General information about the program that you are interested in also includes information on financial aid awarded by the department. Choose several institutions that offer assistantships and consult other references for further information.

Administrative.

If you have not already done so, we would like to invite you to visit our Education USA website which contains much useful information. https://www.educationusa.state.gov/.

Please take the time to look at the "Useful Information", "Links", "News" and look under the sections pertaining to Graduate Funding as well as Admissions on the main page of our website.

You may wish to contact an EducationUSA adviser. To find an educational advising center in your area please search the following website: https://www.educationusa.state.gov/

All the best to you.

Question: Hello, my name is Amirjon Avliyoev. I'm 25 years old. Graduated the Tajik instiute of innovation technology ande communication last year,field of study International relations.

I am searching for a apportunaty for free stuty as a post graduater in the USA.Are there any programms for forigen students for free study? Thank you!

Answer: Hi, Thank you for your question and apologise for the delay in answering.

There is some funding available to international graduate students but it will take some research on your part. It is very difficult to obtain a "free" education in the U.S.

Each university is different in their requirements and cost. It will take some research on your part to find the right one for you.

How to apply to US Graduate Schools

U.S. Graduate Schools are all independent, and each sets its own requirements for admission. Within each school individual programs may often have different requirements. These guidelines are written to assist you in your search for graduate education. It is advisable to start this process approximately one to one-and-a-half year(s) before you hope to begin studies.

Obtain information about institutions which offer the program you want to pursue. Use reference guides, such as Peterson's Guide and the Directory of Graduate Programs, to locate specific institutions which offer the program at the degree level (Master's or Doctorate) you are seeking.

Write directly to the Graduate Admissions Offices of the institutions to obtain information and applications. Indicate the major academic area of interest to you.

Write to the academic department of the university.Carefully print your name and address on all such inquiries. Stress field of specialization, professional background, reasons for choosing particular faculty and ask for information on financial aid possibilities. You do not need the name of the department chairman or a professor to obtain an application. Advise each office that you have contacted the other.

Read thoroughly all materials received to determine whether the program you want is offered; whether you appear to meet the minimum academic requirement; if you require financial assistance, whether it is available for your proposed programs; and whether you can meet the application deadlines.

Apply to more than one institution. U.S. institutions receive many applications and often cannot accommodate all qualified applicants. You may decide which institution to attend after you have received your admission offers.

Complete the admission application carefully and legibly. Always give your name in exactly the same way on the application and in all correspondence. If some of your records are under a different name, be sure you indicate that on the application. Com plete all items on the application and submit all items requested.

If an application fee is required, submit the appropriate amount in U.S. currency with your application. Most institutions will not process your application without the fee.

Request official academic records both in the native language and in English translation. Official documents must bear the seal of the school and authorized signature. Photocopies are not usually acceptable unless they are officially attested as exact copies of the original. Records should be submitted for all post-secondary schools attended and should provide a list of courses taken, yearly examination results, and conferral of degrees.

If your native language is not English, register as early as possible for an English proficiency exam such as TOEFL (www.ets.org) or IELTS (www.ielts.org/default.aspx) and request that testing service forward your scores to the institutions to which you are applying.

Register for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT), or other tests if required by the program/institution to which you are applying.

Request letters of recommendation as required by the program/institution. These letters should generally be written by professors with whom you have studied.

Submit verification of scholarship or other financial support.

Note the deadlines for application given in the institutional information you receive. Different institutions/programs have different deadlines. Allow time for mail delays, application consideration, and for obtaining passport and visa when you are ad mitted. Apply early. Stated application deadlines are generally the final date for receipt of applications and all supporting credentials. Additional time is required to process applications from international students.

Allow 6-8 weeks after your application is submitted to an institution to receive their admission decision. Many schools and departments, however, send admission offers only in March and April. It is courteous to notify an institution if you will not be accepting their offer of admission.

Send all requests, applications, and credentials airmail.

Remember: A Certificate of Eligibility (I-20 or IAP-66) cannot be issued until you have been admitted, your level of English proficiency has been determined (and additional training arranged if necessary) and your funding has been established as a sufficient amount to meet the institution's expenses. A Certificate of Eligibility is valid only for study in the institution which issued it - and only for the dates of the course of study.

If you have questions about a program of study or your application status, do not hesitate to write for more information.

Source: Evelyn Levinson,International Admissions, American University, Washington, D.C.

There is some funding available for international graduate students so be sure you see if the universities you are interested in do offer funding.

Below are some websites to help you in your searches:

GRADUATE UNIVERSITY SEARCH

http://www.collegeboard.com

http://www.collegenet.com/

http://www.usnews.com/sections/education/index.html

http://www.gradschools.com/

http://www.cgsnet.org

http://www.collegesource.org/home.asp

http://www.petersons.com/

http://www.mba.com/

http://www.embark.com/

http://www.a2zcolleges.com/

http://www.allschoolsandlearning.com/

GRADUATE FUNDING SEARCH

http://www.collegeboard.com

http://www.fastweb.com

http://www.collegenet.com

http://www.finaid.org

http://www.iie.org/fulbright

http://www.fdncenter.org

http://www.iaf.gov

http://www.rotary.org

http://www.edupass.org/finaid

http://www.nsf.gov

http://www.grantsnet.org (Science Field)

http://www.internationalstudentloan.com

http://www.national-academies.org

RESEARCH GRANTS

http://www.iie.org/cies

http://www.national-academics.org

Aid from US Universities: Fellowships, Scholarships, Assistantships

FELLOWSHIPS

As a rule they are based on academic merit and generally have no teaching or research obligations. The department normally awards fellowships after the first year of study. Graduate fellowships may be modest, covering only tuition and fees, and monthly cash payments for maintenance Fellowships do not usually cover the total cost of living and studying.

SCHOLARSHIPS

As a rule they are based on academic merit, generally require no repayment obligation and usually cover full or partial tuition.

ASSISTANTSHIPS

This is the most common form of financial aid at the graduate level. Assistantships are cash awards, which require the performance of services related to the field of study, usually about 20 hours per week. Sometimes an assistantship carries with it a waiver or reduction of tuition. Awards may range from as little as $500 to as much as $17,000 (or effectively higher, if high tuition costs are waived) for an academic year. US income tax must be paid on all forms of graduate financial assistance including assistantships. Competition for all types of assistantships is intense, since only limited numbers are available at any one institution.

Foreign applicants financial need is taken into consideration, the most important factor in selection is academic achievement and promise in the field of study. Practically all awards for graduate study are made one year at a time. Renewal is not automatic and depends on your performance and the availability of funds. There are several types of assistantships: Teaching, Research and Administrative.

You may wish to contact an EducationUSA adviser. To find an educational advising center in your area please search the following website: https://www.educationusa.state.gov/

If you have not already done so, we would like to invite you to visit our Education USA website which contains much useful information. https://www.educationusa.state.gov/. Please take the time to look at the "Useful Information", "Links", "News" and especially the "Free Downloads" located on the main page of our website. You may find the answers to many of your questions in these resource areas.

All the best to you.

Question: How can a graduate get a scholarship to study in USA?

Answer: Hi, Thank you for your question. We are sorry for the delay in answering.

Each university is different in their requirements and cost. It will take some research on your part to find the right one for you.

How to apply to US Graduate Schools

Write directly to the Graduate Admissions Offices of the institutions to obtain information and applications. Indicate the major academic area of interest to you.

If an application fee is required, submit the appropriate amount in U.S. currency with your application. Most institutions will not process your application without the fee.

Register for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT), or other tests if required by the program/institution to which you are applying.

Request letters of recommendation as required by the program/institution. These letters should generally be written by professors with whom you have studied.

Submit verification of scholarship or other financial support.

Send all requests, applications, and credentials airmail.

If you have questions about a program of study or your application status, do not hesitate to write for more information.

Source: Evelyn Levinson,International Admissions, American University, Washington, D.C.

There is some funding available for international graduate students so be sure you see if the universities you are interested in do offer funding.

Below are some websites to help you in your searches:

GRADUATE UNIVERSITY SEARCH

http://www.collegeboard.com

http://www.collegenet.com/

http://www.usnews.com/sections/education/index.html

http://www.gradschools.com/

http://www.cgsnet.org

http://www.collegesource.org/home.asp

http://www.petersons.com/

http://www.mba.com/

http://www.embark.com/

http://www.a2zcolleges.com/

http://www.allschoolsandlearning.com/

GRADUATE FUNDING SEARCH

http://www.collegeboard.com

http://www.fastweb.com

http://www.collegenet.com

http://www.finaid.org

http://www.iie.org/fulbright

http://www.fdncenter.org

http://www.iaf.gov

http://www.rotary.org

http://www.edupass.org/finaid

http://www.nsf.gov

http://www.grantsnet.org (Science Field)

http://www.internationalstudentloan.com

http://www.national-academies.org

RESEARCH GRANTS

http://www.iie.org/cies

http://www.national-academics.org

Aid from US Universities: Fellowships, Scholarships, Assistantships

FELLOWSHIPS

SCHOLARSHIPS

As a rule they are based on academic merit, generally require no repayment obligation and usually cover full or partial tuition.

ASSISTANTSHIPS

If you have not already done so, we would like to invite you to visit our Education USA website which contains much useful information. https://www.educationusa.state.gov/.

Please take the time to look at the "Useful Information", "Links", "News" and look under the sections pertaining to Graduate Funding as well as Admissions on the main page of our website.

You may wish to contact an EducationUSA adviser. To find an educational advising center in your area please search the following website: https://www.educationusa.state.gov/

All the best to you.

Question: Hello!

My name is Khrelenchimeg,MD,MPH of Mongolia, have been accepted Master of Science of International Health Policy and Management one year degree program of Heller School, Brandeis University, 2010-2011.

I started to study English in Solex College,Chicago a months ago.I wanna study this degree program with $15000 scholarship. But I have to pay 24000$ for it except my living cost. I cant afford all my expense except my living cost.

Please help me! What I have to do now ? Are there any possibilities to receive my tuition fee?

I have 9 years working experience with vulnerable children including street and poor children. I have been working in Christina Noble Children's Foundation for 5 years as a senior doctor and Healthcare Program Manager. After graduation of National Medical University, I worked at National Communicable Diseases Center as a Infectious Diseases doctor.

Please advise me?

Regards

Kherlenchimeg(Helen)

Answer: Hi Khrelenchimeg,

Unfortunately seeking out scholarships in the USA can be a daunting task. However, please don't get discouraged, funding is out there but it will take time and effort on your part.

I would first speak to the financial aid department at Brandeis University and see if there is any further funding you may be eligible to apply for. You may also be eligible to be a Teacher's Assistant (T.A.) for an undergraduate class. You would have to ask your contact at the Heller School on who to get in touch with regarding this. Not all universities offer this opportunity but if they do you can usually get paid or possibly have tuition reduced. Again, every university is different on this so you will need to ask what opportunities there are for you at Brandeis.

I have added a list below of Graduate Funding websites to search from to also aid you in your search.

FUNDING - GRADUATES

WEBSITES FOR GRADUATE FUNDING:

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/pay/index.html

http://www.fastweb.com

http://www.collegenet.com/elect/app/app

http://www.finaid.org

http://www.iie.org/Template.cfm?section=Fulbright1

http://www.fulbrightonline.org/

http://foundationcenter.org/focus/education/

http://www.iaf.gov

http://www.fundingusstudy.com/

http://www.ssrc.org/

http://www.iacbg.org/board/index.php?

RESEARCH GRANTS

http://www.iie.org

http://www.iaf.gov/grants/apply_grant_en.asp

http://www.nationalacademies.org/grantprograms.html

Question: Hi, is there a scholarship specifically for students who got into the schools of their choice already? I'm a Filipino who just got into NYU, University of Hawaii, and Northwestern University, and while I am overjoyed that I got accepted, the tuition cost is quite overwhelming. I already checked educationusa.state.gov, but I'm hoping that maybe you can recommend which links to check for someone of my ethnicity and given my situation (I am taking up my Masters in Communication/Publishing/Journalism). I am hoping to enroll in Fall 2010, and most of the scholarships, like Fulbright, have deadlines that already passed. I actually didn't get the initial scholarship (East West Center) I was hoping for, which is why I'm a bit behind the search. I already got in touch with the PAEF (Philippine American Educational Foundation) in my country, but all their advising sessions will only open in June, and at this point, I'm getting desperate. Please help me. Thanks so much!

Answer: Hi,

Unfortunately seeking out scholarships in the USA can be a daunting task. However, please don't get discouraged, funding is out there but it will take time and effort on your part.

I would first speak to the financial aid departments at the various universities you were accepted and see if there is any further funding you may be eligible to apply for. There may be someting specific to your degree, international students, or that university.

Depending on your experience and previoys eduation you may also be eligible to be a Teacher's Assistant (T.A.) for an undergraduate class. You would have to ask your contact at each of the universities on who to get in touch with regarding this. Usualy it wold be the department you are applying for (i.e. Communication/Publishing/Journalism). Not all universities offer this opportunity but if they do you can usually get paid or possibly have tuition reduced. Again, every university is different on this so you will need to ask what opportunities there are for you.

I have added a list below of Graduate Funding websites to search from to also aid you in your search.

FUNDING - GRADUATES

WEBSITES FOR GRADUATE FUNDING:

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/pay/index.html

http://www.fastweb.com

http://www.collegenet.com/elect/app/app

http://www.finaid.org

http://www.iie.org/Template.cfm?section=Fulbright1

http://www.fulbrightonline.org/

http://foundationcenter.org/focus/education/

http://www.iaf.gov

http://www.fundingusstudy.com/

http://www.ssrc.org/

http://www.iacbg.org/board/index.php?

RESEARCH GRANTS

http://www.iie.org

http://www.iaf.gov/grants/apply_grant_en.asp

http://www.nationalacademies.org/grantprograms.html