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There are many sources of financial aid for graduate students that you can look into. Most forms of financial aid are highly competitive; therefore, it is essential that you are meticulous when applying. Here are some of your options:
When applying for financial aid, keep in mind that competition is fierce and that you are competing against both international and American students. Make sure that your application is neat and professional. One important point to consider is that doctoral students are more likely to receive aid. To find appropriate universities, please
attend on of our free
Information Sessions. ( Information taken from "If You Want to Study in the United States- Graduate Study. Published by the Bureau of Educational & Cultural Affairs, U.S. Department of State) Disclaimer: |
Cyprus
Fulbright Commission: Please have a look at our "Grants for
Cypriots" section at 
Private
U.S. Sources and International Organizations: Private U.S.
agencies, foundations, business corporations and professional associations
often award financial aid in the interest of furthering international
exchange. Please ask a counselor to show you our available resources.
U.S.
Universities: About one-third of
international graduate students receive financial aid from U.S.
universities. The amount granted may vary due to the field of study, level of
study, and type of institution (research universities are likely to
have the most funds available). The main types of financial aid
available from universities are:
Fellowships:
Departments and institutions award fellowships on the basis of
academic merit, normally after the first year of study. Graduate
fellowships may be modest, covering only tuition and fees, or full
grants, providing the cost of tuition, fees, and monthly stipends
for maintenance. Fellowships rarely cover the total cost of living.