University of Maine at Fort Kent
If you are neither a U.S. Citizen nor eligible noncitizen, you are not eligible for U.S. Federal financial aid. Student employment may be available through the University work-study program. This program usually allows a student to work 7-8 hours a week on campus. To be considered for this type of employment, a University work-study application is required.
Information specific to Canadian students is available here.
Students are encouraged to seek financial assistance through sponsors and/or Alternative loans.
International students may be eligible to apply for the following scholarships (if the individual scholarship's criteria are met):
F = FAFSA required (based on need) • S = Selection made by institution, application NOT required
P = Application preferred (but may not be required) • A = Application required
| Academic / Merit Scholarship (UMFK Selected) | |
| Codes: | S |
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Description:
Academic / Merit Scholarships – Scholarship was established to recognize deserving students for their academic achievements. This merit scholarship is available to U. S. Citizens, Canadians and other International students. Merit scholarships will be awarded to students based on academic performance. SAT/ACT scores, high school class rank, etc. may be considered and may be used in determining eligibility. For transfer students, accumulative transfer G.P.A. will be considered. Scholarship amounts may vary. This scholarship is renewable annually contingent upon the recipient maintaining the required 3.0 G.P.A., remains in good academic standing and meets all other eligibility requirements. A scholarship application is NOT required. UMFK’s Admissions Office will determine eligibility and communicate with students and the Financial Aid Office. More information is available from the Admissions section of the campus website. Created 02/25/11. |
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| Fast Web Scholarship Search | |
| Website: | http://fastweb.com/fastweb/register/start-genblue2?ref=homepagec-... |
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Description:
Free Scholarship Search
Recommended by over 15,500 high schools and 3,500 colleges, FastWeb (claims to be) the nation's largest, most accurate, and most frequently updated scholarship database online.Posted 2/28/08. |
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| Huntington, Samuel Scholarship Public Service Award (UMS) | |
| Application: | Apply for this scholarship |
| Deadline: | February 15, |
| Website: | http://www.nationalgridus.com/education |
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| International Scholarships.com | |
| Website: | http://www.internationalscholarships.com |
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Description:
Useful resources specifically for international students.(Created 10/09) |
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| International Student Information (Website) | |
| Website: | http://www.edupass.org/ |
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Description:
This website provides general information on things you may need to know when going to a different country. Last updated 3/13/06. |
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| International Student Loans.com | |
| Website: | http://www.internationalstudentloans.com |
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Description:
Useful resources specifically for international students.(Created 10/09) |
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| International Student.com | |
| Website: | http://www.internationalstudent.com |
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Description:
Useful resources specifically for international students. (Posted 10/09) |
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| McNamara , The Margaret Memorial Fund | |
| Application: | Apply for this scholarship |
| Deadline: | February 28, |
| Website: | http://www.mmmf-grants.org |
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Description:
"The Margaret McNamara Memorial Fund (MMMF) awards educational grants to women from developing countries whose graduate studies and future plans aim to benefit women and children in their respective regions. Commitment to this goal is an essential selection criterion."
FMI visit the website.
Contact information: The Margaret McNamara Memorial Fund World Bank Family Network 1818 H Street NW MSN H2-204 Washington, DC 20433 info@mmmf-grants.org Tel: 202-473-8751 Fax: 202-522-3142 www.mmmf-grants.org or mmmf@worldbank.org Posted 10/31/08. |
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| Scholarships for International students through Nelnet | |
| Website: | http://www.nelnet.com/scholarships.aspx?id=944&path=bsp.fye.sfs.intl |
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Description:
Nelnet's link for scholarships (and loans) for International students. Posted 6/5/08.
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| Teachers Plus (for Nova Scotia Residents) | |
| Application: | Apply for this scholarship |
| Deadline: | May 15, |
| Website: | http://www.teachersplus.ca/ |
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Description:
Each year the Teachers Plus Credit Union provides $15,000 in funding to deserving students. Four awards are available, each worth $1,000 for students who have been enrolled in a teacher training instituion for at least one semester and are a permanent resident of Nova Scotia. The student may be attending a University outside of Nova Scotia as long as their permanent address is within Nova Scotia. More information is available at the website posted. Posted 1/31/08. |
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| Wolf, Kenneth P. M.D. and Fredda F. Wolf, Esq.Fund (UMS) | |
| Codes: | A |
| Application: | Apply for this scholarship |
| Deadline: | first-come-first-serve |
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Description:
provides assistance to students from Bulgaria who are studying at one of the University of Maine System campuses. If there are no international students eligible during an academic year for such additional financial assistance the income may be given to any full-time student at the discretion of the University of Maine Office of Student Financial Aid.
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Alternative Loans (in U.S. funds) through U.S. lenders may provide financial assistance to students and/or parents who are unable to borrow through traditional student loan programs or are unable to borrow sufficient money to cover college costs. The submission of the FAFSA is not usually required to be considered for this type of assistance.
A limited amount of University money may be available to assist students who may not qualify for assistance through the Federal Work-Study Program. Students are limited to part-time employment during the school term but may work 40 hours per week (for an average of 7.5 weeks) if employed under the summer University Work-Study Program. Eligibility is not based on need. The FAFSA is not required to be considered for this type of assistance. Work-study earnings are paid by check every two weeks. The application is available in Word Document format (access to the My.UMFK portal is required).
For more information, please visit the following links:
- eduPASS: Financial Aid for International Students
- International Student Loans Center
- InternationalStudent.com
- International Student Blog: How to Save Money on Books
