Stanford University
Need-based scholarship (initially from The Stanford Fund; 1,600+ named scholarships reallocated later). Commitment to meeting need extends across all four years.
Partial scholarship
International applicants must answer YES to the need-based aid question on the admission application. Those who answer no cannot apply for Stanford need-based aid at any point during undergraduate years.
Date to be confirmed
Priority filing (CSS Profile & IDOC): Restrictive Early Action 15 Nov | Regular Decision 15 Feb | Transfer 15 Mar.
How to apply: Separate application
Essays this award asks for:
Most awards also ask for transcripts, ID and an admission offer. Check the official page for the exact list.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Doctoral students typically receive research/teaching appointments or fellowships covering full tuition and health insurance plus a salary or stipend.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Meets 100% of demonstrated need. Families earning under $200,000/yr (typical assets) attend tuition-free. Students still expected to contribute from summer savings and term-time work.
Stanford University
Up to 3 years: fellowship covering tuition and associated fees; stipend for living/academic expenses; annual economy travel stipend; one-time relocation stipend. Stipends are taxable (taxes not reimbursed).
Harvard University
Meets 100% of demonstrated need; no loans required. Family income ≤$100k (typical assets): pay nothing. $100k–$200k: free tuition, additional aid likely. Above $200k may still qualify.