Scholarship Resources
It is no secret that higher education is and will continue to become more expensive. Due to this, scholarships can make or break the school you attend. Below is a comprehensive list of resources related to what scholarships are available to refugees as well as how to apply and increase your chances of being awarded them.
If you have any questions regarding scholarships that may apply to you specifically, please feel free to set up a one-on-one guidance consultation with us through our “contact” page.
*We are always adding resources, check back here later for more information
In-State Tuition Chart
Although paying for college can be very expensive, some US states have passed legislation allowing refugees to access in-state tuition. Higher Ed Immigration Portal offers a great comprehensive chart for refugees to see which states offer in-state tuition and to what level.
Click here to access Higher Ed Immigration Portal’s chart
Federal Application for Free Student Aid (FAFSA)
FAFSA can be a great way to help pay for college, but it can get somewhat complex. You can apply for FAFSA online through their website. It is important to know, though, that eligibility for refugees is different than for other students. Click here to find out about requirements for non-citizens. We also want to point out that FAFSA offers different kinds of aid such as grants (which do not need to be paid back), loans (which do need to be paid back with interest), and work-study programs (do not need to be paid back directly but requires you to work).
UNHCR Scholarship Opportunity List
The first step to getting a scholarship is knowing what is available. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees offers a filterable list on their website of verified scholarships available to refugees.
Click here to access UNHCR’s scholarship list
CareerOneStop Scholarship List
CareerOneStop provides a list of available scholarships that can be filtered based on geographic location, affiliation, type of award, and more.
Click here to access CareerOneStop’s scholarship finder
Scholarship.com Refugee Scholarship List
Scholarships.com has compiled a list of scholarships available to refugees with various information such as the award amount and due date.
Click here to access Scholarships.com's scholarship list
Esperanza Education Fund
A scholarship available to refugees who reside in the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia. Awards range from $5,000 to $20,000, and the foundation also provides students with mentors to help them navigate college and starting their career.
Click here to access the fund’s scholarship website
One Refugee
A scholarship available to refugees looking to attend college in the states of Utah or Idaho. Awards fund schooling in full and provide mentoring services.
Click here to access One Refugee’s scholarship information
International Latina Engineer Week Scholarship
Multiple scholarships available to female-identifying refugees with a Latinx background. Must be pursuing a degree in the field of engineering.
Click here to access ILEW’s scholarship information
Que Llueva Cafe Scholarship
A scholarship available to refugees across the US. Must be attending college for the first time.