Texas A&M University
Need-based supplemental aid; funding is limited and not guaranteed. Current page lists ITPEG up to $4,000 for eligible students; other aid may differ.
Partial scholarship
International students at Texas A&M College Station may be considered for need-based state/institutional aid through the TASFA. Beginning 2026-27, TASFA replaced ISFAA. For the International Texas Public Education Grant, F-1 students are ineligible in their first academic year but may apply later; J-1 students are ineligible.
1 May 2027 · 178 days left
Recommended TASFA submission: Spring 2027 — 1 Oct 2026; Summer 2027 — 1 May 2027. Fall 2026 deadline was 1 May 2026. Dates are recommended submission dates, not necessarily hard deadlines.
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).
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.