Scholarships and Financial Aid for International students - The University of Texas at Austin
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International StudentsFreshman Admissions
You should apply for international freshman admission if:
> If you are a high school senior or a student who has completed high school and has not yet enrolled at another college or university after graduation.
> You are neither a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
> You did not graduate from a Texas high school.
Key Dates
SUMMER/FALL ENROLLMENT
● Application Opens
August 1
● Application Deadline
December 1
● Admission Decisions Released
March 1
SPRING ENROLLMENT
● Application Opens
March 1
● Application Deadline
September 1
● Admission Decisions Released
December 1
TYPES OF SCHOLARSHIP FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS OFFERED IN THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN
1: Carlos and Clara Quintanilla Scholarship
The Carlos and Clara Quintanilla Scholarship is a $5,000 spring 2024 tuition scholarship, which will recognize an undergraduate international student enrolled in the Cockrell School of Engineering. Additional criteria information can be found below.
Application Details
The application for the spring 2024 Carols and Clara Quintanilla Scholarship will be available from October 1 - November 1, 2023.
The endowment outlines the following eligibility and preference criteria for students:
■ You are an undergraduate student currently enrolled in the Cockrell School of Engineering.
■ You are on a non-immigrant visa and classified as an international student at UT Austin.
■ You are enrolled full-time at UT Austin during the award semester (Spring 2024).
■ You resided in Mexico for at least ten years prior to enrolling in the Cockrell School of Engineering.
■ You are in good academic standing and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.Demonstrate financial need.
■ You intend to return to Mexico post-graduation for work.
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2: Dr. David Nilsson Scholarship
The Dr. David Nilsson Scholarship is a $2,000 tuition scholarship for the spring 2024 semester, which will recognize an undergraduate student who graduated from a high school in Mexico. Additional criteria information can be found below.
Application Details
The application for the spring 2024 Dr. David Nilsson Scholarship will be available from October 1 - November 1, 2023.
The endowment outlines the following eligibility and preference criteria for students:
■ You are an undergraduate student and enrolled full-time at UT Austin during the award semester (Spring 2024).
■ You are on a non-immigrant visa and classified as an international student at UT Austin.
■ Graduated from a high school in Mexico and intends to return to Mexico after graduation for work.
■ Demonstrate financial need.
■ Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Preference will be given to students who:
* Graduated from a high school in Tejupilco or the state of QuerΓ©taro.
3: Society of Iranian-American Women for Education (SIAWE) Scholarship
The Society of Iranian-American Women for Education (SIAWE) Scholarship is a $3,500 spring 2024 tuition award, which will recognize an undergraduate or graduate student who has lived in or matriculated from Iran or has been the dependent of individuals who have lived in Iran for the majority of their lives. Additional criteria information can be found below.
Application Details
The application for the spring 2024 Society of Iranian-American Women for Education Scholarship will be available from October 1 - November 1, 2023.
The endowment outlines the following eligibility and preference criteria for students:
■ You are an undergraduate or graduate student enrolled full-time at UT Austin during the award semester (Spring 2024).
■ You are on a non-immigrant visa and classified as an international student at UT Austin.
■ You have lived in or matriculated from Iran or have been a dependent of individuals who have lived in Iran for the majority of their lives.
■ You must have completed an entire course of study for two academic semesters at UT Austin.
Preference will be given to students who:
■ Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 for undergraduates or 3.75 for graduate students and maintain the minimum GPA for the duration of the award.
■ Demonstrate financial need.
4: General ISSS Financial Aid
The General ISSS Financial Aid scholarship is a *cash scholarship that provides assistance to students who demonstrate financial need. This scholarship will be a $4,000 award in the Spring and a $2,500 award in the summer. If you have already been awarded the General ISSS Financial Aid scholarship for the 23-24 academic year, do not reapply.
Additional criteria information can be found below.
*General ISSS Financial Aid is only available for formula-funded courses (Option I) and Option III students are not eligible. Additional information about Option III programs can be found here.
*All cash awards will automatically apply to any outstanding UT debts upon disbursement. Award amounts in excess of debts will be distributed to the student's direct deposit account.
*14% of the scholarship will be withheld for tax purposes per US tax law, unless a tax treaty for scholarships is in effect or the recipient is considered a resident alien for tax purposes.
*The scholarship amount for both the Spring and Summer semesters cannot be rearranged or transferred.
Application Details
This application will be available from October 1 - November 1, 2023 for the Spring 2024 and Summer 2024 semesters.
Eligibility criteria:
■ You are an undergraduate or graduate student enrolled full-time at UT Austin during the award semester (Spring 2024 and/or Summer 2024).
■ You are on a non-immigrant visa and classified as an international student at UT Austin.
■ You must have completed an entire course of study for two academic semesters at UT Austin.
■ Have a cumulative GPA above 2.0 for undergraduate students and a 3.0 GPA for graduate students.
■ Demonstrate financial need.
5: International Education Fee Scholarship (IEFS)
The International Education Fee Scholarship (IEFS) was initially established in 1989 by a student referendum. This scholarship is a one-time $5,000 cash scholarship for the Spring 2024 semester. Students who received the IEFS scholarship for Fall 2023 will have to reapply to be considered for the Spring 2024 scholarship. Current and newly admitted undergraduate international students are eligible to apply. Additional criteria information can be found below.
*All cash awards will automatically apply to any outstanding UT debts upon disbursement. Award amounts in excess of debts will be distributed to the student's direct deposit account.
*14% of the scholarship will be withheld for tax purposes per US tax law, unless a tax treaty for scholarships is in effect or the recipient is considered a resident alien for tax purposes.
Application Details
This application will be available from October 1 - November 1, 2023 for the Spring 2024 and Summer 2024 semesters.
Eligibility criteria:
■ You are an undergraduate student enrolled full-time at UT Austin during the award semester (Spring 2024).
■ You are on a non-immigrant visa and classified as an international student at UT Austin.
■ Are in good academic standing with the university.
Preference will be given to students who:
■ Have faced significant barriers in accessing education in their home country.
■ Demonstrate financial need.
6: Tuition Assistance for Mexican Students (TAMS)
The Tuition Assistance for Mexican Students (TAMS) waivers the nonresident portion of a student's tuition bill (the student will still receive a tuition bill). This is not a cash award. This application period is for the Spring 2024 and Summer 2024 semesters. If you have already been awarded for the 23-24 academic year, you do not need to reapply for the 24-24 academic year.
This application is for both first-time TAMS applicants and students looking to apply for renew their TAMS scholarship. This waiver can be renewed annually provided that the recipient completes the TAMS application, maintains eligibility, and graduates in a timely manner. Renewal of the award is not guaranteed and depends on the number of awards available and continued demonstration of ο¬nancial need. Additional criteria information can be found below.
*The Tuition Assistance for Mexican Students (TAMS) waiver is only available for formula-funded courses (Option I) and Option III students are not eligible. Additional information about Option III programs can be found here.
Application Details (first-time applicants)
This application will be available from October 1 - November 1, 2023 for the Spring 2024 and Summer 2024 semesters. Eligibility criteria:
You must be a legal and permanent resident of Mexico. You are an undergraduate or graduate student enrolled full-time at UT Austin during the award semesters (Spring 2024 and Summer 2024). You are on a non-immigrant visa and classified as an international student at UT Austin.Students who are refugees are not eligible to apply. Students who are eligible for FAFSA or TASFA are not eligible to apply. Have a cumulative GPA above 2.0 for undergraduate students and a 3.0 GPA for graduate students.
Application Details (renewal applicants)
This application will be available from October 1 - November 1, 2023 for the Spring 2024 and Summer 2024 semesters. Eligibility criteria:
■ You are continuing towards the same degree level since the TAMS waiver was initially awarded.
* Note: If you are graduating in the Spring or Summer, and continuing on a Master's or Ph.D. degree at UT Austin, you are no longer eligible to renew your TAMS award. You must submit an initial TAMS application for further consideration. Have a cumulative GPA above 2.0 for undergraduate students and a 3.0 GPA for graduate students
* Have a cumulative GPA above 2.0 for undergraduate students and a 3.0 GPA for graduate students.
7: African Leadership Bridge Endowed Scholarship
The African Leadership Bridge Endowment Scholarship is a $5,000 award with a tuition waiver (of the nonresident portion of a student's tuition bill) for the 23-24 academic year. This award will recognize an undergraduate international student from who demonstrates a passion for the continent and an intention to further growth, development, and leadership on the African continent.
This award is intended for international students with financial need who received all or part of their preparatory education on the African continent. The award will be divided in half, with $2,500 being disbursed for the Fall 2023 semester, and $2,500 being disbursed for the Spring 2024 semester.
The African Leadership Bridge (ALB) was formed in 2007 and is a registered non-profit corporation. ALB's vision is to help prepare leaders who will create an Africa in which all citizens have an opportunity to realize their potential.
ALB champions the next generation of African leaders through sustainable scholarships and a strong support network to provide the tools and experience needed to drive change in the African continent.
Application Details
This application is currently closed and will open in Spring 2024 for the 2024-2025 academic year. In addition to the application,
The following criteria must be met and included with your application:
■ You must be an undergraduate student currently enrolled at UT Austin.
■ You must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.You must be able to demonstrate financial need.
■ You must have received all or part of your preparatory education on the African continent.
8: Iimura Peace Endowed Scholarship
The Iimura Peace Endowed Scholarship is a $5,000 fall award that recognizes an international student with intent to promote peace in Asia. This award is intended for international undergraduate students from Asia with preference given to students who lived or attended school in East Asia or students who have lived or attended school in Asia.
Application Details
This application is currently closed and will open in Spring 2024 for the 2024-2025 academic year. In addition to the application,
The following criteria must be met and included with your application:
■ You must be an undergraduate student
■ You must be registered as a full-time student at UT Austin during the semester in which the scholarship is awarded.
■ You must have been a resident of or attended school in East Asia or Asia in general.
■ You must have a minimum 2.0 GPA.
■ You must be willing to complete a Service Project within one year of receiving the scholarship.
Please note that if awarded, there is a required service project for this scholarship.
9: Jerry D. Wilcox Community Engagement Scholarship
The Jerry D. Wilcox Community Engagement Scholarship is a $3,500 fall tuition award that recognizes an undergraduate international student who has demonstrated leadership in their undergraduate program through academic achievement; participation in campus and community organizations - particularly in leadership roles, and has made positive contributions to the campus community.
Application Details
This application is currently closed and will open in Spring 2024 for the 2024-2025 academic year. In addition to the application,
The following criteria must be met and included with your application:
■ You must be classified as an undergraduate international student at UT Austin.
■ You must have completed a full course of study for two academic semesters at UT Austin by the time the award is disbursed. Note: Concurrent enrollment at another school does not count toward full-time hours.
■ Your GPA must be at least 3.25You must demonstrate active participation or leadership in campus/community organizations and activities.
■ You must be attending classes at UT Austin during the period that financial aid is awarded.
■ You must hold a non-immigrant visa.
10: Khalid Alhilali Memorial Scholarship
The Khalid Alhilali Memorial Scholarship is a $2,500 fall 2023 award recognizing an undergraduate international student who received all or part of their preparatory education in the Middle East.
The scholarship is funded by an endowment created by four sisters, including two Longhorn alumnae, in honor of their late father Khalid Abdul Mehdi “Al” Alhilali. Khalid excelled in school from an early age in Baghdad.
After completing his undergraduate studies at the Imperial College in London on a full scholarship, he moved to the United States to attend graduate school at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).
Alhilali believed in the significance of education to achieving one’s dreams, and in the importance of supporting others as one achieves success. You can learn more about the Alhilali family and endowment here.
Application Details
This application is currently closed and will open in Spring 2024 for the 2024-2025 academic year. In addition to the application,
The following criteria must be met and included with your application:
■ You must be an undergraduate student currently enrolled at UT Austin.
■ You must undertake a full-time course load at UT Austin during the fall semester, during which the scholarship is awarded.
■ You must have completed part or all of your preparatory school in the Middle East.
■ You must have a minimum 2.0 GPA.
■ You must be able to demonstrate financial need.
11: General ISSS Financial Aid
The General ISSS Financial Aid award provides $4,000 per semester for the fall and spring semesters and $2,500 in the summer semester in cash assistance* for international students who demonstrate financial need. This is a competitive process as the number of awards allotted per semester is limited. Only international students who have completed at least 2 semesters at UT by the time the award is disbursed are eligible to apply for this award. A full list of eligibility criteria is available within the application itself.
The general financial aid awarded by ISSS does not provide a waiver of the nonresident portion of a student’s tuition & fee bill.
*All cash awards will be automatically applied to any outstanding UT debts upon disbursement. Award amount in excess of debts will be distributed to the student's direct deposit account.
Application Details
This application is currently closed and will open in Spring 2024 for the 2024-2025 academic year.
12: International Education Fee Scholarship
The International Education Fee (IEF) Scholarship was initially established in 1989 by a student referendum. The IEF Scholarship supports scholarships for both incoming international students and outbound students studying abroad.
Application Details
This application is currently closed and will open in Spring 2024 for the 2024-2025 academic year.
13: Tuition Assistance for Mexican Students (TAMS)
The Tuition Assistance for Mexican Students (TAMS) award provides a waiver of the nonresident portion of a student's tuition bill. The TAMS award is not a cash award. To be eligible for the TAMS award, you must be a citizen and resident of Mexico who demonstrates financial need. Receiving the TAMS award is not guaranteed as the application is competitive due to the limited number of awards.
New & Continuing students who do not currently have a TAMS award
New or continuing students who qualify and do not currently have a TAMS award need to submit an initial TAMS application.
Continuing students who currently have a TAMS award
Current recipients of the TAMS award must submit a TAMS Renewal Application in order to renew their TAMS award for future years. Renewal of the TAMS award is not guaranteed and is dependent on both the amount of awards available and continued demonstration of financial need.
Application Details
This application is currently closed and will open in Spring 2024 for the 2024-2025 academic year.
14: Good Neighbor Scholarship
The Good Neighbor Scholarship (GNS) provides an exemption of one year's worth of tuition (fall, spring, and summer) to students who were born in and are residents of a nation in the Western Hemisphere (excluding Cuba and the United States). A full list of eligibility requirements, including eligible nations, can be found within the GNS application.
The exemption provided by the Good Neighbor Scholarship does not pay for any fees or charges on the tuition bill, such as health insurance, late registration fees, ISSS Support Services fee, etc. This scholarship is administered through ISSS on behalf of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
Application Details
This application is currently closed and will open in Spring 2024 for the 2024-2025 academic year.
15: External Scholarships
> The International Peace Scholarship
The International Peace Scholarship Fund is a program which provides grants-in-aid for selected women from other countries for graduate study in the United States and Canada. An international scholarship program was initiated by P.E.O. in 1949. The P.E.O.
International Peace Scholarship Fund was established in 1959. Believing that education is fundamental to world peace and understanding, members of P.E.O. support this program. For more information, please refer to the eligibility requirements and the application calendar.
> Leo S. Rowe Pan American Loan Fund
The Leo S. Rowe Pan American Fund is an educational loan program of the Organization of American States (OAS) that helps citizens from Latin America and Caribbean OAS Member States finance their studies or research in accredited universities across the United States by awarding interest-free loans of up to $15,000. For more information and to access the application, please visit the OAS website.
> The PART Austin University of Texas at Austin Scholarship
The Pan American Round Table (PART) of Austin awards the PART Austin University of Texas as Austin Scholarship to an outstanding Laton American undergraduate student enrolled at The University of Texas at Austin. The scholarship is $2,000.
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