International Student Grant Program Up to $40000 in Grants
Financial Assistance for International Students is available in the form of Sewanee’s International Student Grant program. To be considered for these grants, Sewanee requires an additional essay to be completed by the student, and a “Statement of Financial Responsibility” (pdf version) in addition to all official financial documentation to be submitted as part of the application. A student’s application cannot be reviewed for admission or international grants without the accompanying financial documentation.
International Student Grants
There are a number of grants set aside for degree-seeking international students who have or will apply for a U.S. student visa. These grants range from $5,000 a year to over $40,000 per year (fully covering tuition, fees, room, and board).
To be considered for an international grants*, applicants must submit the Common Application and the required additional essay by February 1st. Please choose from ONE of the questions below. The International Grant essay may be submitted online here.
As noted above, all grant decisions, regardless of whether a student applies for Early Action (December 1) or Regular Decision (February 1), will be sent in March. Students who apply for Early Action will have their applications reevaluated for international grants once they have submitted all necessary international grant application material.
International Grant Essay Questions
* If you could have collaborated on a project with a teacher, what would you have liked to work on and with whom? Explain.
* Those of us studying, living, and working in Sewanee believe this is a special place. How do you think you can contribute to its uniqueness, and how do you think Sewanee can contribute to your life as a student and as an alumnus?
* What do you feel is important for our campus community to learn and understand about your country?
For more information, please visit http://admission.sewanee.edu/international