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1. Issue #348 September 30th, 2013
I. Financial Aid
UG: Texas Wesleyan University International Student Scholarships
UG: University of Georgia International Student Scholarships
UG: New College of Florida Daughters for Life Scholarships
UG: Felician College Merit Based Scholarships
UG/Grad: Pittsburg State University Merit Based Awards
II. Campus News
• Discover More About Educational Opportunities in Minnesota
• Florida Atlantic University Program Provides Additional Preparation for International Students
• Learn More About Graduate Study at St. John's University
• UC Davis School of Law 2014 Brochures Are Now Available
• South Dakota State University International Orientation Kicks-Off Fall Semester
TEXAS WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS
Established in 1890, Texas Wesleyan University is a United Methodist institution
that integrates the liberal arts and sciences with professional and career training.
With a 14-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio, you’ll learn on a first name basis with gifted
professors who will challenge you to achieve your best. Just as important, they
have the time and resources to make sure you’re up to the challenge.
When submitting your free application, you are automatically considered for a number of
undergraduate scholarships available to international students ranging from $3,000-$10,000 per
year. The scholarship program will reduce your tuition to anywhere from $5,420 USD to $8,920
USD, for up to 18 credit hours per semester.
For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/1bvzDtx
UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS
The University of Georgia is looking to increase and diversify its
international applicant pool. Therefore, UGA is pleased to announce the
new “Classic Scholar” scholarship that may be offered annually.This
opportunity currently provides a minimum value to each student of $9,105 per year!
Also note that International students can currently qualify for all university scholarships except for
“Need based” or “Federal Aid” based scholarships.
For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/1aadugn

2. NEW COLLEGE OF FLORIDA DAUGHTERS FOR LIFE SCHOLARSHIPS
Educate for Change is an initiative of New College of Florida, Daughters
for Life and the community. Young women from across the Middle East
will come to New College for a transformational education that will help
them become the future leaders their homelands desperately need.
Through Educate for Change, as many as 10 women a year from Middle Eastern countries will
attend New College on scholarships that will cover the full cost of tuition, room, board and other
academic and living expenses.
For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/19LRCpv
FELICIAN COLLEGE MERIT BASED SCHOLARSHIPS
Located in New Jersey, Felician College exposes students to a well-
rounded education that helps develop their critical skills. Explore your
interests, discover your calling then pursue your degree in business,
education, nursing, arts or sciences. The college also offers programs throughout the state in
partnership with community colleges, hospitals and local businesses, making a Felician education
accessible to a wider audience.
Over 95% of the college's incoming international undergraduate students receive a scholarship
award. Academic scholarships are awarded based on a holistic review of all qualifications,
including grades, standardized test scores, extra-curricular activities, and overall potential to
succeed. Students are automatically considered for a scholarship upon admission.
For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/1eMlKbs
PITTSBURG STATE UNIVERSITY MERIT BASED AWARDS
Pittsburg State University (Kansas) is offering $3,000 scholarships to
new international undergraduates for Spring 2014.
PSU proudly offers international academic excellence scholarships to
qualified international students (both first time and transfer students) who have been admitted for
an undergraduate degree.
Students qualify for this academic merit scholarship based on high school or university transcripts
grade point average (GPA) at the time of admission. No ACT or SAT is required.
The application deadline is October 15, 2013 for the Spring (January) 2014 semester. Apply online:
https://go.pittstate.edu/ug.admit.form.html.
Those interested should contact Mr. Aaron Hurt, International Admission, at ahurt@pittstate.edu 1-
620-235-4093, or Skype: pitt.state.
For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/1ag2tKs

3. DISCOVER MORE ABOUT EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES IN
MINNESOTA
Minnesota boasts some of the best educational institutions in the USA,
making it a premier study destination for international students. From
quiet, rural communities to bustling urban centers, residents celebrate the state's vibrant,
multicultural and diverse populations. In Minnesota you will find friendly faces, scenic landscapes,
safe neighborhoods, and an invigorating four-season climate.
Explore the educational opportunities for international students in the great state! Find out why
almost 13,000 other international students choose to study in Minnesota every year. In addition to
exceptional educational offerings, many other unique features enhance student life here:
Minnesota is consistently rated as one of the most livable states in the USA.
Minnesota contains both world-class urban areas and stunning natural landscapes with nearly
12,000 lakes statewide.
Minnesota is among the healthiest states in the USA, according to the United Health Foundation. In
fact, the state has been among the top two states since 1990.
Minnesota has a growing, dynamic economy. There are more Fortune 500 companies per capita
than all but one other state.
For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/15xp85h
FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY PROGRAM PROVIDES ADDITIONAL
PREPARATION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
The Pathway to Academic Readiness (PAR) program provides conditional
admission for academically qualified international students who need access to
English language and other academic and social preparation for success in a
U.S. university setting. PAR students will be fully integrated into the Florida
Atlantic University community and learn English, hone study habits and absorb
cultural nuances that will lead to success in their studies at FAU.
For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/167mtBP
LEARN MORE ABOUT GRADUATE STUDY AT ST. JOHN'S UNIVERSITY
A graduate degree from St. John's will help you build your knowledge,
advance in your field or embark upon a new career. Students enjoy world-
class academics; distinguished professors; high-tech facilities; and a long
tradition of excellence and service.
For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/1gyyVtd

4. UC DAVIS SCHOOL OF LAW 2014 BROCHURES ARE NOW AVAILABLE
The 2014 brochures for the UC Davis School of Law are now available.
The school offers two LL.M. programs--a year-long LL.M. program and a
summer International Commercial Law LL.M., which is designed for working legal professionals
who cannot leave their practices for long periods of time, but can participate during these six-week
sessions during two to five consecutive summers. It also offers a number of summer programs:
Orientation in U.S.A. Law; Financing International Transactions; International Commercial Law
Seminar in Cologne, Germany; and the Licensing Academy on Intellectual Property and Technology
Commercialization.
Contact lawinfo@ucde.ucdavis.edu or +1 (530) 757-8569 for more information.
For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/19jP169
SOUTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL ORIENTATION KICKS-
OFF FALL SEMESTER
South Dakota State University welcomed 160 new international students to
campus this fall. Students participated in a three-day Orientation event, featuring
sessions to help prepare for life at SDSU and in the United States. Topics included
language support, money and banking, immigration, and a round-table discussion
on American culture.
“Orientation is such a great opportunity to make connections with new students!” says Kirsten
Linke, graduate assistant for international affairs.
More than 70 different countries are currently represented within the SDSU student population; from
Algeria to Malaysia, Croatia to Switzerland, Pakistan to Colombia, Australia to Bangladesh and
beyond. Since fall 2012, the total international student population has increased by more than 20%.
Applications are now being accepted for spring semester which begins January 2014. The Office of
International Affairs is the hub for international student services and undergraduate admissions,
study abroad planning and community connections programs.
For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/14nwyXP
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