Did you know that there are people of all ages earning more than $4,000 per month through a scholarship? These are the scholarships that some countries offer, such as the United States, Switzerland and Japan. Anyone can apply, these scholarships can be used to pay for University tuition, rent, food, and even fun nightlife. In my country, Brazil, we have the culture that the exam is the only thing that matters to enter university. In the best universities in the world this is different, the final exam is only a small part of the process, there is also an analysis of school grades and even an interview. So if you pass the test, all is not lost. In this article you will find out which are the universities and how much they pay for international students through scholarships, including you. If you like this content leave your comment below.
Stanford University, United States
Stanford University, located in California, is one of the most prestigious universities in the world. It is known for its academic excellence and its extremely generous scholarships. Some of the world’s most prominent people have studied here, for example Sergay Brin and Larry Page, who are the founders of Google, Phil Knight who is the founder of Nike, Marcos Galperin who is the founder of Mercado Livre, and Mike Krieger who is a Brazilian who created Instagram. Stanford University offers several fully-covered scholarships that include tuition, room and board, and an allowance for personal expenses of any kind. Scholarship amounts vary depending on the type of scholarship. Full coverage scholarships can be up to $100,000 per year. Applicants can apply for Stanford University scholarships by following the same application process as other international students, usually there are no restrictions on age and other characteristics.
University of Toronto, Canada
Located in the beautiful city of Toronto, Canada, the University of Toronto is one of the most vibrant and diverse universities in the world. It is known for its academic excellence and a wide variety of fields including sciences, technology, business, arts, and humanities, and it offers amazing scholarships for its students, including international students. The value of the scholarships varies according to the type of scholarship as well, and here it also varies as to the level of study. For example, scholarships for undergraduate students range from 7,500 Canadian dollars up to 30,000 Canadian dollars per year. While scholarships for graduate students can go up to 40,000 Canadian dollars per year. It is important to realize that here too, students from all over the world are welcome, there is no maximum age, nor many restrictions, but there is a certain competition, so it is necessary to study hard before taking the test.
National University of Singapore, Singapore
The National University of Singapore is one of Asia’s leading universities and is also recognized worldwide for its academic excellence and especially innovation. Located in Singapore, one of the region’s leading economic powerhouses, the university offers a unique and enriching educational experience. Another notable feature of the National University of Singapore is its International Community, with a student population of over 38,000 students from over 100 different countries, the University offers a rich mix of cultures, languages and perspectives. In general, applicants should have proven good school grades, leadership skills, and the potential to contribute to society, only then will they be accepted into the application process. The value of the scholarships offered to international students is up to $3,000 per month until they finish their undergraduate or graduate degree.
University of Zurich, Switzerland
University of Zurich offers one of the world’s most generous scholarships for international undergraduate students, covering students’ tuition, fees and living expenses for the duration of their undergraduate studies. In addition, the scholarship also provides additional financial assistance for books and other study materials. One of Europe’s leading universities, it is located in the City of Zurich, Switzerland.
Founded in 1833, it has a long academic tradition and is recognized worldwide for its Excellence in research and teaching. The university is composed of seven main faculties offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in different fields including sciences, humanities, law, medicine, theology, business and economics. It also has a strong research culture and is known for its contributions to science and innovation. The University of Zurich offers various scholarship options for international students, up to $15,000 per month. It is important to note that the cost of living here in Switzerland is extremely high, so a good portion of this amount will go towards your living expenses and basic needs.
University of Tokyo, Japan
The University of Tokyo is one of Japan’s leading institutions of higher education and one of the most respected and renowned Universities in the world. It was founded in 1877 as the first National University of Japan. The University has over 10,000 undergraduate students, about 14,000 graduate students, including international students from over 90 countries. The University of Tokyo offers some specific scholarships for students, the scholarships can cover tuition fees, a monthly allowance for living expenses, round-trip airfare, and a further travel allowance for attending academic events. The amount is equivalent to just over $4,000 per month.
Harvard University, United States
Harvard University is probably the most famous and coveted university in the world. The businessman Jorge Paulo Lemann, a great businessman from my country and owner of several companies, you probably don’t know him, owner of AMBEV, Americanas and also one of the richest men in Brazil, finances students who want to go to study at Harvard with the aim of offering excellent higher education opportunities for talented Brazilians through the Lemann foundation, you can get full scholarships for those who want to be in one of the most prestigious educational institutions in the world. The scholarships are intended for Brazilians who wish to pursue undergraduate, master’s or doctoral studies at Harvard. Besides covering the tuition costs, the Lemann-funded scholarships also offer financial aid to cover living expenses and studies at Harvard. Fellows also have access to a support network made up of former fellows, mentors, and other professionals who can help them navigate the academic and professional environment at Harvard and beyond. The amounts really vary, so it is difficult to say an exact figure, but it is estimated to be around $5,000 per month, approximately 25,000 reais per month in Brazilian currency. In addition, Harvard University also has programs for international students of other nationalities.