IEFA Blog

Applying to study in the US can be pretty confusing if you don’t know what you’re doing. There are all kinds of forms and applications which need to be filled out, and a specific order that they all need to be filled out in. What is an I-20 Form? Before you are able to get…

Bridging Scholarship Deadline: October 10 US citizens who are currently enrolled in a college or university in the United States and that plan on studying abroad in the Spring are still able to submit their application for the bridging scholarship. This award grants at least 20 students a stipend of either $2,500 (for the semester…

One of the best things about studying in a foreign country is that everything around you is new and exciting, making every day seem like a mini-vacation. To make the most of their time abroad, many international students decide to travel during their time off from school. If you are one of those students, then…

National Security Language Initiative for Youth Scholarship Deadline: November 1 The Bureau of Education and Cultural Affairs, U.S. Department of State provides a merit-based award for eligible students to learn a second language overseas through the National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) scholarship. This award allows students to learn a less-common second language, promotes…

Scholarships are a great way to help reduce the cost of school. Unfortunately, they’re not just handed out for no reason – you have to apply for them, and applying usually means writing a scholarship essay. Even if you aren’t a perfect student, a well-written essay can still set you apart from other applicants and…

Hagley Museum and Library Grants-In-Aid Deadline: October 31 The Hagley Museum and Library is granting 15-20 individuals a grant for graduate research within the Hagley Museum. To be granted this award individuals can be citizens of any country, however, they must be studying inside the United States as an international student. Individuals who receive the…

College is expensive. Between paying for books, classes, and rent it can sometimes feel like the only thing you’re really learning is how to live on a shoestring budget. Luckily, there are some simple things international students can do to save money while studying in the US. To help you out, here are 5 ways…