If you are neither a U.S. Citizen nor an eligible non-citizen, you do not qualify for U.S. Federal financial aid. Student employment may be available through the University work-study program. This program usually allows students to work 7-8 hours a week on campus. To be considered for this type of employment, a University work-study application is required.
We encourage you to seek financial assistance through sponsors or Alternative loans.
As an international student, you may be eligible for the scholarships and resources listed below.
FastWeb is an online resource available to help students find scholarships and grants for which they are eligible
The Samuel Huntington Public Service Award gives a $30,000 stipend to graduating students to perform public service
eduPASS is a guide and resource for international students studying in the United States
International Student provides a wealth of information for international students who want to study in the U.S.
The Margaret McNamara Education Grants are available to international, self-identifying women age 25 or older
MPOWER Financing offers several scholarships to international students seeking an education in the U.S. and Canada
Alternative Loans (in U.S. funds) through U.S. lenders may provide financial assistance to you or your parents if you can’t borrow traditional student loan programs or enough money to cover your college costs. You don’t typically need to submit a FAFSA to be considered for this assistance.
MPOWER Financing offers fixed-rate loans to international students that are secured by future earning potential
eduPASS helps connect international students with reputable private lenders
Ascent provides loans to both undergraduate and graduate international students who have a co-signer
A Limited amount of money may be available through the University Work-Study program if you don’t qualify for federal work-study. As a student, you are limited to part-time employment during the school year 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, and the FAFSA isn’t required for consideration. Work-study earnings are paid every two weeks. You can apply for work-study jobs online through the UMFK portal.
Check out the links below if you need more information about financial aid options available to international students
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