FDU Scholarships for International Students in the U.S.

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About FDU Scholarships for International Students

Have you ever wondered how you can fund your education in the United States while maintaining a high standard of educational performance? FDU’s scholarships provide substantial financial aid to students based on their academic merit, ensuring they can study without financial stress.

FDU’s scholarships are awarded at the time of admission. They are renewable each year based on your continued full-time enrollment, maintaining a good GPA, and remaining in good standing at the university. While these scholarships provide significant financial aid, please remember the specific requirements and deadlines to ensure you can maximize this opportunity.

Key Details

• Application Deadline:
  • Fall (August) Semester: July 1
  • Spring (January) Semester: December 1
  • Summer semester (limited programs): May 1
• Result Announcement Dates: After 3-4 weeks
• Funding Type: Merit-based scholarships

 

International Undergraduate Freshmen Scholarships

• FDU International Scholarship

  Up to $24,000 per year

  Minimum Requirements:

  • Based on academic merit
  • SAT/ACT not required
  • Renewable up to four years
• Global Housing Grant

  $3,000

  Minimum Requirements:

  • Must live on and attend the Metropolitan campus
  • Based on academic merit, financial need and extracurricular involvement
  • Recipients can still qualify for merit-based scholarships
  • Renewable up to two years
• FDU Family Grant

  $1,500

  Minimum Requirements:

  • For families with two or more dependent children simultaneously attending FDU
  • Maximum of $1,500 will be awarded per person for up to 4 years for undergraduates
  • Recipients can still qualify for merit-based scholarships
  • Does not apply to students enrolled in Wroxton College, summer sessions, inter-sessions, mini-sessions, or other special sessions
• Children of Alumni Grant

• $1,500

  Minimum Requirements:

  • For dependent children of FDU alumni
  • Recipients can still qualify for merit-based scholarships
  • Renewable up to four years for undergraduates
• Athletic Scholarships

  Varies (up to full tuition and housing)

  Minimum Requirements:

  • Recognizes superior athletic ability of students participating in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I
  • Only available at the Metropolitan Campus
  • Subject to Division I rules and regulations of the NCAA. For information, visit FDU Athletics

 

Undergraduate Transfer Scholarships

• Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship

  Minimum Requirements:

  • Recognizes the academic merit of transfer students studying at community colleges in the United States who are demonstrated members of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK)
  • Proof of PTK membership must be included in application
  • Candidates must have completed at least 24 credits of college-level work
  • Renewable for up to two years
• FDU International Transfer Scholarship

  Up to $16,000 per year.

  Minimum Requirements:

  • Based on academic merit
  • Renewable based on continued full-time enrollment
• FDU Family Grant

  $1,500

  Minimum Requirements:

  • For families with two or more dependent children simultaneously attending FDU
  • Maximum of $1,500 will be awarded per person annually
  • Recipients can still qualify for merit-based scholarships
  • Does not apply to students enrolled in Wroxton College, summer sessions, inter-sessions, mini-sessions, or any other special sessions
  • Renewable for up to four years for undergraduates
• Children of Alumni Grant

  $1,500

  Minimum Requirements:

  • For dependent children of FDU alumni
  • Recipients can still qualify for merit-based scholarships
  • Renewable for up to four years for undergraduates
• Athletic Scholarships

  Varies (up to full tuition and housing)

  Minimum Requirements:

  • Recognizes superior athletic ability of students participating in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I
  • Only available at the Metropolitan Campus
  • Subject to Division I rules and regulations of the NCAA. For information, visit FDU Athletics

 

Graduate Scholarships

• FDU Family Grant

  $1,500

  Minimum Requirements:

  • For families with two or more dependent children simultaneously attending FDU
  • Maximum of $1,500 will be awarded per person annually
  • Recipients can still qualify for merit-based scholarships
  • Does not apply to students enrolled in Wroxton College, summer sessions, inter-sessions, mini-sessions, or any other special sessions
  • Renewable for up to two years for graduate students
• Children of Alumni Grant

  $1,500

  Minimum Requirements:

  • For dependent children of FDU alumni
  • Recipients can still qualify for merit-based scholarships
  • Renewable for up to two years for graduate students

• School: Fairleigh Dickinson University

Benefits of FDU Scholarships for International Students

• Scholarship funding depends on the category. Refer to the former section to see each category and their funding.

FDU Scholarships for International Students Requirments

• Requirements vary depending on the category. Refer to the About section.

General requirements include:

Applicants must:

• Submit a complete FDU application for admission
• Applicants should provide academic merit evidence; SAT/ACT scores are not necessary
• Applicants should maintain good academic achievement to renew their quota for up to four years

Required Documents 

Please submit the following application documents for your admission:

• Complete an online international application or apply using the Common Application.
• Copy of attested or official transcripts, academic records, mark sheets, diplomas, national examination results, certificates, or degrees from all secondary or professional schools
• Transfer students: Official course-by-course evaluation of all coursework completed outside the United States from a NACES-listed evaluation service
• Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson PTE-A, SAT, or GTEC scores)
•  Two letters of recommendation from academic references
• Copy of valid passport information page
• Completed Affidavit of Financial Support form
• Official bank statement or scholarship/government sponsorship award letter

Application Date and Process

• Create an account to submit an application.
  • American citizens and FDU Vancouver applicants see notes on this page.
  • IMPORTANT: Always use the same e-mail address for your account – do not re-apply with a different e-mail address.
• Upload your documents. Supplemental application items and a checklist of required documents can be found on the Forms and Documents page.
• Check your application status online by logging in to your account.

Please Note:

• All documents and test scores may be scanned and uploaded to your FDU application portal or emailed to [email protected].
• FDU reserves the right to request submission of official documents via post as necessary.
• Admitted students who plan to attend FDU must submit official test scores directly to FDU from the testing agency and send official academic records in sealed envelopes prior to arrival on campus. Students will not be allowed to register for classes until official documents have been received.
• Requirements vary according to program. Please check your desired program level (Undergraduate, Graduate, Transfer) and your desired major’s department website for more detailed information.

Are You an American Citizen?

American citizens, regardless of where they live, must submit their application through www.fdu.edu/apply

Are You Applying for FDU Vancouver?

Visit Vancouver Admissions

• Admissions are rolling. Please allow 3-4 weeks to process your application.
• Deadlines may vary according to the program. Please check your desired major’s department website for more details.

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