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Connect with EducationUSA Question Archive: Financial Aid for GraduatesQuestion: I am an Indian Citizen looking to pursue my Master's from US. I have applied to certain Universities and also have been admitted in three of them. I want to get financial aid for funding of my further education. Please guide me. Answer: Hi, Thank you for your question. Each university is different in what they may offer for financial aid. There is usually some funding available for international graduate students at most universities so be sure you see if the universities you are interested in do offer funding. besides checking with them individually, 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/ 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. If you have not already done so, we would like to invite you to visit our Education USA website which contains much useful information. http://educationusa.state.gov Please take the time to look at the Admission information in the "Useful Information", "Links", "News" and especially the "Free Downloads" located 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! I'm foreigner, I want to study english in USA. Could you help me please? I need your advice. Where can I study for free in USA if I'm a foreigner? Is there any colleges or universities near NY, Washington DC? I'm looking forward to hearing from you! Sincerely Farrukh.... Answer: Hi Furrukh, Thank you for your question. Each university is different in their requirments 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. In the U.S. The American academic year begins late August or early September, and students should generally request admission for this (autumn or fall) term. 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 or IELTS 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. 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 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. 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. If you have not already done so, we would like to invite you to visit our Education USA website which contains much useful information. http://educationusa.state.gov Please take the time to look at the Admission information in the "Useful Information", "Links", "News" and especially the "Free Downloads" located on the main page of our website. You may also 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: Hi, I have completed my masters in Mathematics from a Bangladeshi university and desire to have my PhD in the same from a renowned US university with full financial support(including living cost and others). Please, help me how can I go through? And is there any age-limit for studying in USA? Answer: Hi, Thank you for your question. Each university is different in their requirments and cost. As far as i know, there is no age limit in the USA for beginning a PhD program. However, 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. In the U.S. The American academic year begins late August or early September, and students should generally request admission for this (autumn or fall) term. 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 or IELTS 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 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. 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. If you have not already done so, we would like to invite you to visit our Education USA website which contains much useful information. http://educationusa.state.gov Please take the time to look at the Admission information in the "Useful Information", "Links", "News" and especially the "Free Downloads" located 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: I would like to know about tuition fee reduction in the USA Answer: Hi, Thank you for your question. Each university is different in their requirments 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. In the U.S. The American academic year begins late August or early September, and students should generally request admission for this (autumn or fall) term. 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 or IELTS 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 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. 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. If you have not already done so, we would like to invite you to visit our Education USA website which contains much useful information. http://educationusa.state.gov Please take the time to look at the Admission information in the "Useful Information", "Links", "News" and especially the "Free Downloads" located 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: Dear Sir, I'm an Egyptian American citizen, a post graduate from the faculty of Fine Arts Arch. Dep, Helwan University, Cairo 2006, working on my second year in my Post Graduate Diploma of Architecture from the same faculty with a B- grade in my first year. I have been looking forward to continue my Master Degree back in the states but unfortunately I cant leave Egypt -which I've been living in for the past 10 years- until i can prepare everything from here to travel and live again in the states, but I cant seen to get through to anything online, I cant be granted any Egyptian Scholarships since I have a Dual Nationality and when I apply for a scholarship as an American Citizen I have to fill out the financial aid form which I cannot do because I do not yet live in the United States. I dont know where to turn, so Please advice. I thank you for your time and help. My Best Regards, Sarah Shannon Answer: Hi Sarah, 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/ From my understanding it doesn't matter where you live now, or where you've lived previously. If you are a US citizen, you are eligible to complete the FAFSA. if you are having issues filling out the form please contact FAFSA http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/help/cs.htm They have an online live advisor you can speak with to work out your issue. Please note, that you may also apply for US federal financial aid to study at select overseas universities (i.e. AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF CAIRO- Federal School Code: G05034)You can search through eligible universities both in the US and overseas on the FAFSA website: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/FOTWWebApp/FSLookupServlet under "What state is the school in?" you can pick a state and an accredited university yo umay be interested in, otherwise you can choose "Foreign Country" and see what institutions are certified overseas. You may receive US financial aid to study at these universities. Each university is different in their requirments 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. In the U.S. The American academic year begins late August or early September, and students should generally request admission for this (autumn or fall) term. 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 or IELTS 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 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. 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. If you have not already done so, we would like to invite you to visit our Education USA website which contains much useful information. http://educationusa.state.gov Please take the time to look at the Admission information in the "Useful Information", "Links", "News" and especially the "Free Downloads" located 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: Student loan for African student is possible? Answer: Hi, Thank you for your question. Each university is different in their requirments 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. In the U.S. The American academic year begins late August or early September, and students should generally request admission for this (autumn or fall) term. 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 or IELTS 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 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. 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. If you have not already done so, we would like to invite you to visit our Education USA website which contains much useful information. http://educationusa.state.gov Please take the time to look at the Admission information in the "Useful Information", "Links", "News" and especially the "Free Downloads" located 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: Good Day I am an International student from the Philippines..I am a Nurse and I wish to enhance my nursing career by studying a Masteral Degree in USA. Is financial aid available for international students holding a F2 student visa? Would it be possible to cover the tuition fees? Answer: Hi, Thank you for your question. Each university is different in their requirments 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. In the U.S. The American academic year begins late August or early September, and students should generally request admission for this (autumn or fall) term. 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 or IELTS 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 for whatever type of visa you may be on 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 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. 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. If you have not already done so, we would like to invite you to visit our Education USA website which contains much useful information. http://educationusa.state.gov Please take the time to look at the Admission information in the "Useful Information", "Links", "News" and especially the "Free Downloads" located 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: I have completed master's degree in humanities specializing English and been teaching at different colleges for the last four years. I want admission to PHD in a good American University. How can I find financial aid to forward my study? Please kindly doprovide me due information. Answer: Hi, Thank you for your question. Each university is different in their requirments 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. In the U.S. The American academic year begins late August or early September, and students should generally request admission for this (autumn or fall) term. 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 or IELTS 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 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. 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. If you have not already done so, we would like to invite you to visit our Education USA website which contains much useful information. http://educationusa.state.gov Please take the time to look at the Admission information in the "Useful Information", "Links", "News" and especially the "Free Downloads" located 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: how can i get fund to pay masters study Answer: Hi, Thank you for your question. Each university is different in their requirments 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. In the U.S. The American academic year begins late August or early September, and students should generally request admission for this (autumn or fall) term. 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 or IELTS 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 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. 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. If you have not already done so, we would like to invite you to visit our Education USA website which contains much useful information. http://educationusa.state.gov Please take the time to look at the Admission information in the "Useful Information", "Links", "News" and especially the "Free Downloads" located 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: I would like to apply for scholarship in any university in the U.S which has the international relations major, or political and social sciences. The only track I know is by applying from the Fulbright institution. Is there any chance for me to apply directly?and how? Answer: Hi, Thank you for your question. Each university is different in their requirments 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. In the U.S. The American academic year begins late August or early September, and students should generally request admission for this (autumn or fall) term. 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 or IELTS 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 Information on the Fullbright Scholarship application process can be found here: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/applynow.html 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. 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. If you have not already done so, we would like to invite you to visit our Education USA website which contains much useful information. http://educationusa.state.gov Please take the time to look at the Admission information in the "Useful Information", "Links", "News" and especially the "Free Downloads" located 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. |
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