Beyond government schemes, most universities abroad offer their own scholarships to attract talented international students. These range from automatic merit awards (granted on your grades) to competitive scholarships requiring a separate application.
University scholarships are one of the most accessible ways to cut your tuition. Vibedu identifies the awards each of your shortlisted universities offers and helps you apply for the ones you qualify for — completely free.
Types of University Scholarships
- Automatic merit scholarships based on your academic record
- Competitive scholarships needing a separate application or essay
- Country or region-specific awards (e.g. for Indian students)
- Subject-specific and departmental scholarships
- Need-based financial aid for eligible students
How to Maximise University Scholarships
- Apply early — many awards are first-come or have early deadlines
- Maintain strong grades and test scores
- Choose universities known for generous international funding
- Submit a complete, well-written scholarship application
Example University Scholarships You Can Apply For
Partial
GREAT Scholarships
British Council + UK universities
£10,000
- Postgraduate
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United Kingdom - A £10,000 tuition-fee reduction for one year of study
- Deadline: Varies by university
Need-Based
Tata Scholarship (Cornell)
Tata Education & Development Trust
Need-Based Aid
- Undergraduate
-
United States - Tuition and living support based on financial need
- Deadline: With admission
Fully Funded
Lester B. Pearson Scholarship
University of Toronto
Full Cost
- Undergraduate
-
Canada - Tuition, books, incidental fees and full residence for 4 years
- Deadline: November–January
Partial
New Zealand Excellence Awards
Education NZ + universities
NZ$5,000–NZ$20,000
- Postgraduate
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New Zealand - A partial tuition-fee reduction at participating universities
- Deadline: Varies
Partial
Orange Tulip Scholarship
Nuffic Neso India
Partial–Full Tuition
- Postgraduate
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Netherlands - Partial to full tuition-fee reductions at participating univer...
- Deadline: Spring (annual)
University Scholarships — FAQs
Most universities abroad offer some form of scholarship or fee reduction for international students. Vibedu identifies what each of your shortlisted universities offers.
Some are automatic based on your grades, while others need a separate application. We make sure you do not miss any you qualify for.
Often yes, depending on the rules of each award. We help you stack funding wherever it is allowed.
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