IEFA Blog

Despite its relatively young age, the US is full of amazing and often awe inspiring historical landmarks and natural wonders. If you are an international students with some extra time and money, you owe it to yourself to travel and take in some of the sights that the country has to offer. Whether you are…

Apprentice Ecologist Initiative Scholarship Deadline: December 31 The Apprentice Ecologist Initiative Scholarship has been motivating youth around the world to take initiative in cleaning up the environment since 1999. This initiative is sponsored by Nicodemus Wilderness Project and is officially recognized by the U.S. EPA. Individuals between the ages of 13 and 21 are able…

It is no secret that going to college in the US can be expensive. Not only is the cost of living higher here than many other countries, but college tuition has also increased more than inflation every year for over a decade. Unfortunately, the US tuition increase is a trend that does not seem to…

Sir Patrick Stewart Scholarship Deadline: July 31 Are you a United States or Canadian citizen looking for a school to study at in the United Kingdom that offers tuition assistance? If so, the University of Huddersfield is now offering their students from the US and Canada the Sir Patrick Stewart Scholarship in the amount of…

Halloween is right around the corner, and if you haven’t bought your costume yet you have probably noticed how hard it is to buy last minute supplies – not to mention how expensive it can be! Costume shops are picked over, prices are at its peak, and ideas can be hard to come by. Don’t…

AAUW International Fellowships Deadline: December 1 Women who are not US citizens or permanent residents have the opportunity to receive the AAUW International Fellowship award to assist with their research efforts within the US. This award is granted for one fellowship year from July 1-June 30. Students at accredited US institutions who are pursing graduate…

Studying in a foreign country is full of challenges. For many, one of the biggest of those challenges is finding a way to pay for the education. Many international students are not eligible for federal aid and many schools require that you prove your ability to pay for part or all of the school’s tuition…