What is an International Student Scholarship?
Every year, the LSA Scholarships Office gives out scholarships to new international students starting their first year in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA). These scholarships last for four years. Only students starting their first year can get these scholarships. The scholarships are given based on the University of Michigan ,LSA College application, student grades, and if the family needs help to pay for school.
Students only need to fill out this one application to be considered for all scholarships offered by the LSA Scholarships Office. Students can login and apply for the International Student Scholarship after they receive their admission letter (Early Decision, Early Action, or Regular Decision).
What does the scholarship cover?
For qualified LSA students, the International Student Scholarship helps to cover the cost of attendance for Fall and Winter terms.
Amounts and Duration
The amount of each scholarship is different. On average students receive $19,000 (U.S. Dollars). All International Student Scholarships can be renewed for four years of undergraduate study. If students continue to meet the requirements, International Student Scholarships automatically renew each fall semester.
Application Deadline
The annual deadline to apply is April 15. Our office will begin evaluating applications as soon as they are submitted. If students apply early, they have a better chance of being matched with a scholarship.
We understand the cost of higher education is an important part of your decisions. Award notifications are sent before LSA's enrollment deadline.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for an International Student Scholarship, a student must:
- Be a new, first-year student who is accepted into a degree program in the College of LSA. (You can apply even if you have not started your classes yet.
- NOT be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
- Be enrolled (or planning to enroll) as a full-time student (12 or more credit hours each term).
How do I apply?
Students must first be accepted to the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA). After they are accepted, they can apply for the scholarship.
A link to the LSA Scholarship portal will appear when we start accepting applications for the International Student Scholarship for the 2026-2027 school year.
