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Scholarships for Indian Students Studying In USA

by Amit Wadhwa

A scholarship is an award of access to a student to further education. Study Abroad Scholarships are awarded on various criteria usually reflecting the values and purposes of the donor or founder of the award.

Scholarships are very popular among the students who are looking to study abroad. These students are basically known as International students. International student scholarships are very competitive to secure. The competition is very much and the students who are not able to get the scholarship rely exclusively on themselves and their relatives for funding and education loan.

There are reasonable numbers of scholarships for Post Graduate and PhD courses in United States of America for International Student. But for Undergraduate courses there are only limited scholarships available.

The popular Undergraduate scholarships for Indian Students are:

  1. LearnHub Dream Study Abroad Scholarship:

    Who can apply for this scholarship?

    The LearnHub Scholarship is actually a bursary. You can use it to buy books, pay for some fees or maybe get some cool equipment like a groovy microscope or that electric guitar. It’s a one time grant of USD 2000 for a student who applies to a university via LearnHub and makes it across! You get the amount once you join the college and complete 1 semester over there. In case you win the scholarship but don’t join the college/university, don’t worry – you will still win goodies.
What is the eligibility for this scholarship?

To apply for this scholarship, you should be an Indian Citizen and you have applied and secured admission in Study Abroad Universities listed in www.learnhub.com and also completed 1st semester over there

What is the application procedure of this application?

The application procedure for learnhub dream study abroad scholarship is very simple. For that you just have to Click Here and follow the instructions.


2. Fulbright Fellowships for Indian Citizens:

Who can apply for this scholarship?

Fulbright Fellowship is awarded to Indian Nationals who can contribute to a full and fair picture of the culture and civilization of India, and thereby help to promote understanding and friendship between the peoples of the United States of America and India.

What is the eligibility for this scholarship?

A student needs to have high level of academic/professional achievement & demonstrate proficiency in the English language to undertake the proposed project/program and adjust to life in the U.S.

What is the application procedure of this application?

One can obtain Application material from a USIEF office. Please enclose a self-addressed stamped (Rs. 25.00) 10″ × 7″ envelope along with the application to the USIEF office in your region. You must state your academic/professional qualifications, date of birth, present position, and fellowship category in your request letter. Only fully completed applications (including enclosures, if any) must be submitted through the appropriate administrative authority (Vice-Chancellor/Registrar/Director/Principal), if applicable, to the USIEF office within your region

For more information please log on to www.usief.org


3. Ambassadorial Scholarships by The Rotary Foundation:

Who can apply for this scholarship?

This is one of the world’s largest privately funded international scholarships program. Formed in 1947, The Rotary foundation has encouraged 38,000 men and women from almost 100 countries of the world. The purpose of the Ambassadorial Scholarships program is to further international understanding and friendly relations among people of different countries and geographical areas. The program sponsors several types of scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students as well as for qualified professionals pursuing vocational studies


What is the application procedure of this application?

Interested applicants must apply for Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarships through their local Rotary club. Because timelines vary, only your local club can provide specific information about application deadlines. For 2010-11 awards, club deadlines may be as early as 1 March 2009 or as late as 15 August 2009. For more information on application procedure , visit the following link: www.rotary.org.

For more information on Ambassadorial Scholarships please log on to: www.rotary.org. But even if you do not get scholarship do not loose hope. You can apply for student loan. Maximum International students in US study on Student loan. The link below can help you in solving your queries on Student loan. Educational Loan : Indian Students Going Abroad

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    Hardik84
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    hardik a.patelMon, 07 May 2012 08:28:44 -0000

    hi..!! i want a scholarship for studying in USA for my further studies of MCA i have completed my BCA and want to go abroad for further studies because of financial problems and lack of guidance it seems to be soo hard plzz need directons….:)

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    Hardik84Mon, 07 May 2012 08:17:56 -0000

    hi..!! i want a scholarship for studying in USA for my further studies of MCA i have completed my BCA and want to go abroad for further studies because of financial problems and lack of guidance it seems to be soo hard plzz need directons….:)

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    vageesh4Tue, 03 Apr 2012 13:48:23 -0000

    hai friends i am vageesh.I want to study Engineering in USA.So i am looking for sponsership.If any one there who is giving sponsership please inform me to my email id i.e vageesh4@gmail.com

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    heema1463Sat, 31 Mar 2012 23:24:50 -0000

    Dear Friends,

    Dr. Selene and Zankhna Parekh have asked me to announce this wonderful
    scholarship opportunity, open to local students. The application
    deadline is May 1, 2012.
    The details are below. - Afroz

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    The Parekh Family Foundation &
    The Bharati G. Parekh College Scholarship
    The Parekh Family Foundation was established in 2006, in honor of
    Gunvant Parekh and in the memory of Bharati Parekh. The Parekh Family
    Foundation is a non-profit, private operating foundation, focusing on
    activities that embody the ideals and values of Gunvant and the late
    Bharati Parekh. These activities include supporting education,
    research, and missionary medical aid to those who need health care
    within the United States and abroad.
    In EDUCATION, the Foundation is committed to:
    ? Strengthening the medical profession by providing business education
    to future physicians and health care professionals.
    ? Attracting, developing, motivating and retaining the best talent to
    the healthcare profession.
    ? Stimulating creativity and productivity among young people and
    adults through programs that encourage and support learning as a
    lifelong process.
    In MEDICAL RESEARCH and MISSIONARY AID, the Foundation is committed to:
    ? Advancing and supporting basic and applied medical research and aid
    -especially in geographic areas of dire need.
    ? Supporting basic health care programs to assure the well-being of
    community members of all ages.
    ? Building vibrant communities by involving people of all ages in
    health programs that contribute to the well-being of their community
    and its residents.
    We encourage all applicable students to apply.
    Selene and Zankhna Parekh
    Founders
    Parekh Family Foundation
    311 Melvin Jackson Drive
    Cary, NC 27519
    919-923-8987
    Fmer001@gmail.com
    Bharati G. Parekh College Scholarship
    2011, marked the 10-year anniversary of the passing of Bharati Parekh.
    She was a caring, selfless mother who touched the lives of everyone
    who knew her. She was a bright woman, educated as a chemist and
    finishing at the top of her class in Gujarat! Always with a smile, she
    was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and human, seeing the
    best in everything. This year will be the 2nd year for the "Bharati G.
    Parekh College Scholarship."
    Eligibility
    This scholarship will be awarded to any student in the United States
    who is a senior in high school or a current college student, who will
    be actively enrolled in college as of September 2012. The student must
    be of Indian origin, and must demonstrate academic and personal
    excellence.
    Amount
    The one-time $1,000.00 check will be awarded to help defray the cost
    of tuition, room and board, or books.
    Application Process
    Contact Selene Parekh for application form and essays.
    Deadline for Application
    The deadline for applying for this scholarship is May 1, 2012.
    Completed applications must be submitted by email to:
    fmer001@gmail.com. NO late applications will be accepted.
    Announcement of Scholar
    The scholar will be announced and notified on July 1, 2012.

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    Dr. Afroz Taj
    Associate Professor of South Asian Languages, Literatures and Cultures
    University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    South Asia Section Coordinator and South Asian Studies Major Advisor
    Department of Asian Studies
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    Campus Director, NC Center for South Asia Studies
    Director of Public Programming, NC Center for South Asia Studies
    Director, UNC Summer in India Study Abroad Program
    Host of Geet Bazaar Radio (Sundays 10am to 12noon on 88.1 FM and WKNC.org)
    Editorial Board of "Hindi Chetna" (Canada)
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    priya29Sun, 18 Mar 2012 10:26:23 -0000

    hi
    i want to further my studies in US as a medical student in bachelao in dental surgery ..currently iam a secondary student…

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    sayed mushtaqueWed, 07 Mar 2012 17:10:46 -0000

    hi this sayed mushtaque i need scholarship if i get chance to study abroad via scholarship then it would be beneficial for my bright future

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    DchandakSun, 19 Feb 2012 13:53:23 -0000

    hi
    ive done my BDS from india and plan to do my masters in USA can you please help with relevant sites and scholarships based purely on scores and academic excellence

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    divaaMon, 06 Feb 2012 10:38:15 -0000

    Is there any scholarship exam for study in abroad on the basis of GRE and academic session ……or any way which can help me to study abroad to complete my m-tech …please inform me ……

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    usmanpariyarathTue, 31 Jan 2012 13:00:14 -0000

    I wanna study for ME COMPUTER SCIENCE in USA ,as i wanna get the
    scholorship for full fill my aim pls
    anybody can tell me that what i have to do…..?

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    desaigargi08Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:02:45 -0000

    hi, i have completed my Bpharm with Dist in 2011 and m gonna appear for my GRE in April 2012. Wat is the scope for the scholarship and also the procedure for the same? I wanna apply for MS + Phd. i cant afford so wud like to apply for the scholarship. currently i am workin in a company as a data analyst. can i apply for the work permit?? are there any other solution so can afford the education there being an indian???

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    Arnab MitraSat, 28 Jan 2012 18:58:31 -0000

    I hope , study my eaducation in usa/uk . i want to MBA / CA at any top university of UK or USA with a scholarship for tutio i"ll pass 10 in may, 2011

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    rayanchkMon, 02 Jan 2012 03:37:03 -0000

    hi
    i want to be graduate on chemistry at any university of UK or USA with a scholarship for tution and hostel fee..i've scored 85% at 10th..i'll pass 10+2 in march,2012..
    can u help me anyway?

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    rayanchkMon, 02 Jan 2012 03:34:30 -0000

    hi
    i want to be graduate on chemistry at any university of UK or USA with a scholarship for tution and hostel fee..i've scored 85% at 10th..i'll pass 10+2 in march,2012..
    can u help me anyway?

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    sam123456Thu, 29 Dec 2011 06:13:25 -0000
    if you feature had an fantabulous scholarly enter or bonk awesome scores on the judge demand (SAT and TOEFL), the universities do message harmonic or orotund and rarely Cisco on requirement and the assets, and typewrite of resource offered varies, supported on the university, division and even of think.

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    bittu2011Mon, 26 Dec 2011 15:33:33 -0000

    I have completing 1st semester Post graduate in Computer science in CMU.
    I need a sponsor /scholarship to continue . Can any one help me in this

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    WASSUWed, 19 Oct 2011 11:10:19 -0000

    I WANT TO STUDY IN USA I AM AN ENGINEERING STUDENT IN 3 YR AND MY %IS 75 UNTIL NOW AND I WANT AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIP TO STUDY MY MASTERS FROM THERE IS THIS POSSIBKE PLEASE REPLY ON WASIM_HAMMAD584@YAHOO.COM

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    varadhaTue, 13 Sep 2011 12:52:00 -0000

    Any specific scholarship links for doing MS in textiles from india

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    swatilekhasahaFri, 19 Aug 2011 15:57:18 -0000

    hii..am in B.Tech fial year now…want to do MS in computer science from USA….can anyone please tell me about full bright scholarship for indian students…and the desired criteria for it….
    thank you

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    Rhythm BhatnagarMon, 18 Jul 2011 13:50:13 -0000

    hey i am a student of class 12th and want to know the exact criteria including sat , ielts scores, academic record etc. required for applying for a scholarship
    thank you

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    shahabhi22Tue, 03 May 2011 10:47:56 -0000

    Can anyone help me for any scholarship for M.S. in electrical engineering for Fall-2011?

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    anam aliTue, 05 Apr 2011 10:28:46 -0000

    hello, im in b.com 3 year, want to do mba in finance from america through fulbright scholarship, can any one tell me the eligibility, and abt enterance exam and how to apply for it and the last date for submit the form.

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    saurav_batishMon, 28 Mar 2011 06:36:55 -0000

    Hey, I have applied to US universities for MS in biotechnology for Fall 2011 term, and I am waiting for the universities reply, my GRE score was 1210, TOEFL-iBT 98, and in my UG program my cgpa was 8.52. So, please can you tell what are my chances of being considered for scholarship, as apart from my academic record, I don't have that much(in extra curriclar activities) to be considered for it. And what about other funding and scholarships chances while persuing my MS. Please inform
    Thanx.

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    a b sharmaMon, 28 Mar 2011 05:09:12 -0000

    hey, i m looking for scholarship to study undergrad in USA, in nano technology. .
    Please inform provide me the links for scholarships which can help me.
    thanx

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    Dipika JainThu, 31 Mar 2011 14:29:25 -0000

    Hello,

    Please note as an international applicant it is very important to understand that though majority of the universities do specify of the options available for financial assistance in terms of scholarships and tuition waiver, they are extremely competitive and are generally offered after the first semester. However, if you have had an excellent academic record or have impressive scores on the test take (SAT and TOEFL), the universities do offer partial or full tuition waiver to the students. In simpler words, most universities offer financial assistance to international students based primarily on merit and rarely on need and the amount, and type of assistance offered varies, based on the university, department and level of study.

    Now if financial expenditure is you major concern, you can even consider education loans from relevant organizations or even the scholarship offered by Learnhub, provided you meet with the terms and conditions to avail the same. Please access the following link for detailed information on the same :

    Learnhub Scholarship

    I would recommend you plan your finances before you actually reach there and not rely much from the university.

    I hope this helps!

    Good luck!

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    smartyusTue, 18 Jan 2011 20:46:42 -0000

    I'm looking for a scholarship to study Masters in USA. Please provide me scholarship websites links.

    thanks…

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    Rubina SinghSat, 05 Jun 2010 11:53:36 -0000

    hey,

    Fulbright Scholars from both the United States of America and visiting countries are involved in lectures and research activities in a wide variety of subjects, which include music, journalism, urban planning, business administration and zoology among others.

    The various programs under the Fulbright Scholarship are as follows:

    The U.S. Fulbright Scholar Program

    The Visiting Fulbright Scholar Program

    Pre-Doctoral Fellowships

    The Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program

    The Hubert Humphrey Fellowship Program

    The College and University Affiliations Program

    Fulbright - Hays Foreign Area and Language Training Programs

    To know your eligibility please contact USIEF because its very vast and might be they have something for you as well. The scholarships differ from course to course.

    All the Best!!

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    Apoorva VasanSat, 16 Jan 2010 03:06:48 -0000

    Are students who are Indian Nationals doing their undergrad in the US eligible to apply for the fulbright scholarship for masters?

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    manavazhaganTue, 24 Nov 2009 16:55:30 -0000

    Mr. Amit,
    Is the Fulbright scholarship not available for Indian students to study Under Graduate courses in USA ?

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    Radhika NirulaThu, 26 Nov 2009 10:32:15 -0000

    Hi,

    No, its for master students only.For more information you can visit www.usief.org

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    sagar amritkarFri, 13 Nov 2009 07:31:19 -0000

    As i see all scholarships above mentioned are good for those who hv good academics but is ther any scholarship which depand only on GRE score

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    Radhika NirulaFri, 20 Nov 2009 09:19:10 -0000

    Hi,

    Scholarships depends on the overall profile of the student.Its not only the academics or a GRE scores.

    And every university has their own eligibility criteria for scholarships.

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    Amit WadhwaMon, 04 May 2009 09:13:50 -0000

    Hi for more information on Scholarships please click the link http://scholarships.learnhub.com/

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    Swadhina KoleyWed, 25 Mar 2009 14:40:31 -0000

    Hi Amit ! Can you please give some informations on the scholarships for the graduate students also?

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