George Mason University is excited to announce #YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarships for International Students for the 2023-2024 academic sessions.

The program helps outstanding international students who want to commence the undergraduate degree at the university. The scholars will get up to 50% tuition-fee during study.

George Mason University is a prominent public research institution located in Fairfax, Virginia. Known for its commitment to innovation and diversity, GMU offers a wide range of academic programs across multiple disciplines. The university’s strategic location in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area provides students with unique opportunities for internships, networking, and career prospects. With a strong emphasis on research and entrepreneurship, GMU fosters a dynamic learning environment supported by cutting-edge facilities.

Why Study at George Mason University? The university offers several compelling advantages. First, it’s strategically located in the heart of Northern Virginia, providing access to a thriving job market, internships, and networking opportunities in the nation’s capital. The university boasts a diverse and inclusive community, fostering a rich cultural and academic environment. GMU is renowned for its innovative programs, particularly in fields like cybersecurity, economics, and engineering.

Application Deadline: The scholarship application and essay or video must be submitted by December 15, 2023.

Brief Description

• University or Organization: George Mason University
•  Department: NA
• Course Level:  Undergraduate degree
• Award: Cover 50% tuition-fee
• Number of Awards: NA
• Access Mode: Online
• Nationality: International
• The award can be taken in the United States

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: All applicants who are international entrants are welcome to apply.
• Eligible Course or Subjects: The students are eligible to apply for all undergraduate degree courses and subjects available at the university.
• Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following/given criteria:

• You are a first-year, undergraduate, international applicant of any major applying to Mason. An international applicant is an individual who holds citizenship in a country outside the U.S. and who does not also possess U.S. citizenship or permanent residency.
• You demonstrate interest and initiative in leadership and intercultural learning.
• Youmeet the admission criteria and adhere to the deadlines at Mason.
• You complete a scholarship application anda 500-1000 word essay or a two-to-five minute video describing your leadership skills in your school or community, and how you plan to continue applying your leadership skills at Mason.

 How to Apply

• How to Apply:Required steps to apply for the #YouAreWelcomeHere scholarship are:
• Apply to Mason as a freshman and submit all required application materials by the deadline. When filling out your Mason application, you will see a question that asks if you are interested in applying to the You Are Welcome Here Scholarship.
• Common Application:If you answer ‘yes’ to the You Are Welcome Here scholarship question, you will have the option to upload your essay with the application. If you are including a video please upload a document with the link to the video.
• Mason’s Exclusive Online Application: If you answer ‘yes’ to the You Are Welcome Here scholarship question, we will follow up with further instructions on submitting the scholarship application and essay.
• Supporting Documents:Complete the scholarship application, which includes either a 500-1,000 word essay or a 2-5 minute video describing your leadership skills in your school or community and how you plan to apply those skills at Mason.
• Admission Requirements: Application for admission by international students should be made directly to the Office of Admissions via the online application.
• Language Requirement: The applicants must attain minimum required scores on the following English language proficiency tests. They must check out all the Language Requirements of the university.

Benefits

A #YouAreWelcomeHere scholarship covers a minimum of 50% tuition for the first year of study and is renewable for the second year of study as long as the student continues to be in good academic standing.

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