How to enter US universities for free: instructions and tips

The United States is the most desirable country for students around the world to get an education.

There are several stages of higher education in America:

Community College

This option is suitable for school graduates, because after the first two years of the educational program, you can transfer to the third year of the university. Admission is quite easy – usually only tests for language proficiency. Tuition fees are relatively affordable.

Bachelor

This stage of study is also available to graduates of schools and colleges. Training lasts 4 years, and here students have as many as two years of study to determine the specialty.  For admission, it is necessary to pass exams for knowledge of English.

Master

Training in the specialty, which lasts 1-2 years, is the next stage after the bachelor's degree. The direction of the magistracy is diverse, the most popular is the business magistracy (MBA). In addition to the english language proficiency exam, you must also pass the GRE exam in English and mathematics for admission.

Postgraduate study

Suitable for those who want to teach at a university and engage in research work. A distinctive feature is that postgraduate studies are free, based on grants. The period of study is 4 years, during which it is necessary to teach and deeply engage in science.

The main difficulty of higher education in the United States is its cost, as well as the cost of accommodation, food and medical care.  But there are many options for financing in American universities:

• financial aid is provided to students who are unable to pay for their studies;
• scholarship – covering part or all of the training for academic achievements;
• grant – both for academic achievements and in need;
• discount – bonus to the student (for example, for early submission).

Many people have the opportunity to receive a scholarship in US universities, but not everyone has a chance. Universities are interested in the most talented and outstanding students around the world for the sake of their own ranking and reputation. It all depends on the degree of success of the applicant in a particular area, the amount of funding also depends on this.

Popular U.S. Grants and Scholarships

1. One of the most common programs is the program for those in need. It functions in every university in America. Students are required to provide documents of financial difficulties in order to receive this scholarship.
2. Global UGRAD is a student exchange program from the U.S. Department of State. It is intended only for bachelors. Within the framework, not only annual tuition is paid, but also flight, accommodation, medical insurance + monthly stipends are paid.
3. Thiel's program for creative entrepreneurs. Students are provided with a grant for the development of the idea, assistance in promoting a startup. Important criteria for students are age restrictions up to 23 years, the presence of innovative ideas and a high level of English.
4. An international military training and education programinvolving the cultural exchange of students between countries and their military institutions. The essence of the program is to improve relations with other states and rally military power against terrorism.
5. Light Work is a grant for talented photographers with great potential for the future. In addition to money, students have the opportunity to exhibit their work at exhibitions and be published in the Contact Sheet.
6. The Yale University Grant is provided to students with outstanding knowledge of English, leadership abilities, career success. The amount covers not only training, but also all other expenses.
7. The George Mason College program is special in that the duration and focus of the grant changes each year. A mandatory fact of issuing a grant is that students are ready to conduct academic work for the college.
8. The Fulbright Grant is a well-known program, one of the largest in the world, providing 8,000 payments every year to students, graduate students and scientists from different countries.  This program covers training and all related costs.
9. Sports scholarships are for students with serious athletic achievements. Each year it is necessary to confirm your level of skill to extend the scholarship. The advantages of this program are that athletes can actively train without compromising their studies: individual training plans are drawn up for them. Studies still remain in the first place.

Among the huge number of universities in America that provide scholarships and grants, how to choose the most suitable one for yourself? The most important thing to decide on is the educational program. The second most important is the location. Many pay attention to the rating of the educational institution. To simplify your task, you can make a list of interested and liked universities - it will be easier to choose. It is better to submit documents to at least 6 universities, starting with the most promising. It is very important to carefully study the terms of financing and not hesitate to write to the admissions committee for clarification.

If the university is chosen, then you can submit documents to which it is worth attaching a letter with a brief statement of the reasons why you should choose a commission for enrollment. Required documents: autobiography, student visa, diploma, letters of recommendation. If your candidacy is suitable for the university, then you will have to pass a test and an exam for final enrollment.

Scholarships and grants not only allow you to save on educational costs, but also stimulate students to develop. After all, it is not enough to get a scholarship, you still need not to lose it! And for this it is necessary to regularly demonstrate outstanding successes leading to more serious achievements.

In addition to grants and scholarships in America, there are universities where you can study for free - in return you will be offered a job on campus or participation in various university events. Students work in libraries, cafeterias, laboratories, but not more than 20 hours a week according to the schedule, so that work does not interfere with their studies. Enrollment in such universities is carried out when students fulfill the following requirements: an application for admission, an essay, a certificate of passing the international TOEFL test, a certificate of passing the international SAT test (not always required), a certificate of graduation from school. In addition, those entering a free university must provide a certificate of income and detail their income and expenses for the last 2 years.

Consider the five best universities in America,where you can study for free:

1. Stanford University is one of the best for international students. Scholarships are received by needy students from all over the world with documentary evidence of the low income level of their family.
2. The University of Oregon is famous for the huge number of scholarships offered in all areas.
3. The University of Florida accepts students from 130 countries who receive a scholarship (you need to provide the relevant documents), covering all expenses. Educational programs of this university are included in the top 100 in the United States in terms of teaching.
4. The University of Illinois is different in that it provides international students with assistant work without offering generous funding to others.
5. The University of Michigan includes a variety of both programs for training and a huge selection of financial support for all students in need.