FAU collaborates with Study Group to introduce scholarships for Nepali students

• FAU scholarships for undergraduate international students available for all Nepali students (F-1 and J-1 degree-seeking applicants), for up to four years or eight semesters, including those recruited by leading international education provider Study Group

KATHMANDU: Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is offering scholarships for incoming spring and fall terms to support international students. Students from Nepal who enrolled at FAU through Study Group, a leading international education provider, are also eligible to apply for the scholarship. The scholarships provide a significant reduction in course fees for students who wish to pursue their higher education studies at FAU in the US. The programme covers four or eight semesters for a transfer student or student on a scholar visa.

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How students can be considered for the President’s International Student Scholarship at FAU To be considered for a scholarship, applicants must apply and be accepted as degree-seeking students and obtain a high school diploma or its equivalent before the first day of class. The total amount of a scholarship is up to $6,000 per year (First-year applicants: maximum $24,000 total and for transfer applicants: $12,000 maximum).

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Minimum requirements for consideration

• Students must submit their application on file by May 1
• Minimum GPA equivalent: minimum 3.5 on the 4.0 US grading scale
• Submission of SAT or ACT score (no minimum score required, but test scores may be used in selecting application recipients)

Scholarship selections are communicated in about four weeks after all application materials are received, and the application is considered complete by the university. An applicant may be admitted to a term other than the one indicated on the application due to the competitiveness of the applicant pool. [caption id="attachment_21758" align="alignnone" width="1000"] Florida Atlantic University introduces scholarships for undergraduate Nepali students in collaboration with Study Group.[/caption]

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Other international scholarships available for Nepali students for undergraduate admissions The Depan International Scholarship for $8000: A freshman student on a student or scholar visa will get $2,000 per year for eight semesters. Outstanding academic success, 3.0 minimum GPA, and English proficiency are required for admission to FAU. Also, evidence of community service or high school activity will be among the eligibility criteria. The Depan International Scholarship for $4000: A transfer student on a student or scholar visa will get $2,000 per semester for four semesters. Eligibility criteria include a 3.0 GPA, English proficiency & evidence of community service or activity. Speaking about the benefits of scholarships for Nepali students, Srini Bandara, Regional Director, Study Group, said, “As a leading provider of international education, we have successfully partnered with universities in the UK and Europe, North America, Australia, and New Zealand, all of which are instrumental in delivering quality education to students from Nepal. FAU scholarships are an excellent initiative and show a deep commitment to supporting students from Nepal for their undergraduate studies to further excel in their careers. These generous scholarships will enable students to aim for higher education with global exposure and trusted financial support. Our partner, FAU, has a long history of welcoming and supporting international students. These scholarships can be extremely beneficial for undergraduate students.” [caption id="attachment_17719" align="alignnone" width="800"] A student poses for a photograph on the wall of Florida Atlantic University in the US, May 2020. Photo courtesy: FAU/Facebook[/caption] FAU is a well-known student-centred public research university committed to higher education and research. With 170+ degrees at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, Study Group’s partnership with FAU aims to strengthen Nepalese students' educational and career aspirations. Study Group’s mission is to be the leading provider of international education and its vision is to build a better world through education. Study Group partners with 34 universities worldwide, to deliver academic pathway programmes — Foundation Year, International Year 1/Diploma and Pre-Masters courses — which broaden access to high quality, global Higher Education opportunities for thousands of international students every year, across all subject areas. READ ALSO:

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