USC Aiken has several scholarship opportunities available for current international students. These awards are dependent on donor funds and may not be available from year to year. Applications open May 1. Deadlines for renewal requests June 1, and August 1 for new applicants.
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Eligible Scholarships: |
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Cecelia A. Reynolds Scholarship |
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Garcia International Scholarship Fund |
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Thomas C. Hobbs Memorial Multicultural Endowed Scholarship |
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USCA International Student Scholarship Eligibility Criteria and Required Documents can be found in the Applications Forms linked below: |
It is recommended that international students also seek out other scholarship opportunities available at USC Aiken. For more information, please see the Office of Advancement Scholarship Opportunities. International students are not eligible for any scholarships that require applications to be permanent residents or citizens of the U.S.
Other Funding Sources
Funding from the U.S. Government
The U.S. Department of State offers the Fulbright Program, a grant program uniquely designed to bring international students and scholars to the U.S. to further the goals of cultural exchange and international education. The Fulbright Program is administered in 140 countries each year, providing various opportunities for predominantly graduate study, with some grant opportunities for undergraduate study. The application process differs by country. The Fulbright Program is administered by three agencies.
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Further information can be found at the following websites: |
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IIE (open to all students) |
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LASPAU (for Latin American and Caribbean students) |
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AMIDEAST (for North African and Middle Eastern students) |
International Organizations
Many scholarship opportunities exist but are often very competitive. Be sure to thoroughly research thoroughly the scholarship information before applying to be sure you are eligible. Many scholarships are restricted based on country of citizenship, and field and level of study, among other criteria.
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Selection of Resources: |
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Comexus (for Mexican citizens only) |
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IREX (for Eurasian, Asian, Middle Eastern, and African student |
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Organization of American States (for students from Latin America and the Caribbean OAS Member States only) |
Foreign Government Sources
Your best chances for financial aid may come from your own government. Many governments administer scholarship programs for foreign study. Your country's embassy, consulate or education ministry will often be a good source of information.
Financial Aid for International Students
Educational loans for international students may be available through individual companies. An American co-signatory is usually required. The University provides these resources for informational purposes only and makes no recommendation for their services. Students should research companies and options thoroughly before making a financial commitment to an educational loan.
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Selection of Educational Loans: |
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Credila Education Loan Service (Student Loans For Indian Citizens Studying in the USA / Indian co-borrower is acceptable.) |
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The Rowe Fund (Students from Latin American and Caribbean Countries) |