International students Scholarships are offered from University of Arkansas

International students Scholarships are offered from University of Arkansas and are highly competitive and consideration is available only for students planning to enter in Fall terms. Scholarship consideration is not available for those students planning to enter in a Spring term.

Some of the scholarships offered by University of Arkansas for international students are as follows:

* FIES Scholarship 
The Foundation for the International Exchange of Students(FIES) was incorporated at the University of Arkansas as a non-profit organization in 1949. Since the 1949-50 academic year it has brought more than 400 students from 55 countries to study at the University. FIES support comes from the University, from contributions made by faculty and interested individuals, and from special fund-raising events.

FIES awards tuition scholarships on a competitive basis to new or returning international students. All recipients of FIES awards are selected by the FIES Scholarship Committee. 

Application Procedure
To be considered for a tuition scholarship, you must submit the following:
* Completed application form (enclosed).
* Copies of all post-secondary transcripts.
*Three letters of recommendation from current or former professors.

Application materials must be submitted using the form linked below no later than March 15.

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International students Scholarships from University of Arkansas,USA

*John and Marie Lavallard International Scholarship
The John and Marie Lavallard International Scholarship Fund shall be awarded annually to an outstanding international student with financial need at the University of Arkansas campus. The scholarship will be utilized for tuition plus room and board, and is a one-year, non-renewable scholarship. Applications should be sent to the International Admissions Office no later than March 15. The Foundation for the International Exchange of Students Executive Committee will review applications and determine the scholarship recipient each April for the Fall Semester.

Scholarship Selection Criteria
* Must be a citizen and permanent resident of a country other than the United States.
* There are no restrictions on field of study.
* Non-degree seeking and degree seeking applicants will be considered. Applicant must meet all University of Arkansas admission criteria.
* Applicant must present a clear statement of objectives to be achieved with the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
*Preference will be given to applicants not currently in the United States. Scholarship provides a tuition award and room & board.

It is important to visit official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.