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Experience the prestigious University of Chicago
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Consistently ranked as one of the world's top institutions of a higher learning
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This renowned university holds an impressive 11th position in the QS World Rankings 2024
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and is esteemed as the 13th ranked institution in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020
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It has also achieved recognition as the 14th ranked university in the U.S. College rankings 2022
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The University of Chicago is widely known for its influential status and has gained media attention for its groundbreaking contributions across diverse fields, including cancer prevention, fashion, social justice, and more
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Students at the university benefit from its rigorous academic environment where a deep commitment to excellence is celebrated
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Join us as we look at the University of Chicago and why you should study here
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If you've watched our videos before, you must now know that we cover scholarship opportunities
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for international students, and this one, we will look at University of Chicago's scholarships for international students
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Let's get right into it. First, this University of Chicago even offers scholarships or financial aid to international students
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We can find the answer on their webpage dedicated to international frequently asked questions
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We'll put a link to this webpage in the description below. Under, are international students eligible for financial aid
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for financial aid. It states that first-year international students are eligible for need-based and merit-based financial aid
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The university is also committed to meeting 100 of your demonstrated financial aid However the university only has a limited amount of funds available for international students
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We can now look at the financial aid and merit-based scholarships available
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Let's first look at international financial aid. We can explain more details in their international financial aid webpage
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In here, it states that international students are eligible for financial aid
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only if they apply for funding during the admissions process and will not be eligible for financial aid
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after receiving their admissions decision or during their four years in the college
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Simply put, international students must apply for financial aid when they submit their admissions application
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and not after being admitted. So what are the requirements for international financial aid
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You will be required to submit two documents. the International Financial Aid Worksheet
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available in the UChicago account, and supporting documentation. In your UChicago account
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the International Student Financial Aid worksheet should be filled out and submitted online
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For your supporting documentation, as part of the financial aid application process
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you will be required to provide additional documentation to verify your family's income and assets
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This may include tax forms, an employer statement, a bank statement, or other relevant documents
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Once you have submitted the International Financial Aid worksheet, you can conveniently
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upload these supporting documents along with any explanations for unusual circumstances through your UChicago account This webpage also gives a brief preview of merit scholarships which states that merit scholarships are partial tuition scholarships that may be given as a single lump sum award or a renewable annual award
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There are four merit scholarships that international students can receive. Let's look at each merit scholarship
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University merit scholarships awarded to exemplary students based on academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, leadership, and community commitment
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This scholarship is determined by a committee during admissions process without considering financial need
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The award vary in amount but is ensured to be a minimum of $2,000
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This scholarship can also provide funding for summer opportunities. And like most financial aid at Ujigago, this is also need-based
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There is no application process for this scholarship. First-year applicants are automatically considered for all available merit scholarships
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Transfer students, however, are not eligible. Scholarship winners will be notified on a rolling basis until the end of April
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Only scholarship winners receive notification. First Phoenix Scholarship, $20,000 scholarship awarded over four years, exclusively for first-generation college students
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A first-generation college student means that their parents did not attain a three-year-old
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degree from a four-year college or university, just like the previous scholarship, automatic
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consideration for applicants who are qualified as given. No additional materials are required beyond the application for admission
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First Phoenix College internship This opportunity is for first college students just like the previous scholarship This scholarship funds your summer Metcalf internship research opportunity after first year
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You will also be required to participate in career advancement programs and meetings with your career advisor
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These advisor meetings are to be held to discuss academic and career interests
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This ensures strong position to find internship aligning with interests and goals
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Last but not the least is the National Police and Fire Scholarship
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This scholarship covers full tuition for four years, for children of professional, active duty
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or killed-on-duty police officers and firefighters. To be considered for this scholarship, candidates must be high school seniors who qualify
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for admission to the University of Chicago. For further information, qualified parent roles include professional police officers, officers
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in sheriff's offices and professional firefighters. So, that's all of the merit-based scholarships
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But before we end, take Dota TASA policy, these merit-based scholarships are guaranteed for four years to the students
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as long as they remain in good standing in the college. So, if you're an international student seeking a remarkable academic experience
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