International students who have been granted an F1 or F2 student visa, or a J1 or J2 exchange visitor visa are not eligible to apply for financial aid. International students admitted to UC San Diego must prove that they have sufficient funds available to them to pay for their educational and living expenses. Students are encouraged to seek financial aid funds from additional sources in their home countries.
Aid for International Students
Many graduate departments award limited funding to international graduate students. Both undergraduate and graduate international students can check these sources:
- The International Students & Programs Office (ISPO)
- Global Education, which provides advice and resources
- Finances for international undergraduate students
- Outside agency scholarships for international students
- Scholarships on FASTWeb, a free online scholarship search
- Private Loan Programs
FAQ
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