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The essential guide to sources of university funding for international students

IEFA

This article explores these sources of university funding to help students understand how they can sustain their educational pursuits and receive financial aid. Financial aid for students Financial aid bridges the gap between what students can afford and the actual cost of education.

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Scholarships for Master’s Degrees Abroad

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For example, many study abroad scholarships are available to minority or disadvantaged students who might not otherwise have the opportunity to pursue higher education. Scholarships for international students can make a significant difference in a student’s ability to afford college, and they are an important source of financial aid.

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A Return to the ‘Normal-Normal’: Colleges Ready to Adjust to End of Pandemic Emergencies

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Schools were allowed to pay work-study wages for students whose employment was interrupted by COVID, for example, and didn’t have to count incomplete classes due to COVID in financial aid calculations. I think that some of the flexibilities really helped the Department of State address the visa backlog,” said Spreitzer.

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Survey Highlights What Matters Most to Adult Learners

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Additionally, 21% were international students and 32% identified as caregivers. In fact, financial aid, cost of attendance and online support services were of primary importance to prospective students. It's important to note that 21% of the respondents were international students.