United StatesBachelor84 days leftFully FundedAmherst College Need-Based Financial Aid for International Students (Fall 2027)
Opportunity Overview
Amherst is need-blind for all students, domestic and international, and meets 100% of calculated need with no loans required. 82% of international students receive aid; the average international award in 2025-26 was over $84,000. SAT/ACT optional. Regular Decision deadline: 5 January 2027 (financial aid by 15 January).
Funding Benefits & Coverage
3 Benefits100% of calculated need met
No loans required.
Need-blind admission
For all students, domestic and international.
Average international award
Over $84,000 in 2025-26; 82% of international students receive aid.
Eligibility & Acceptance Criteria
3 CriteriaRequired Documents
3 Docs13 Nov (ED) or 15 Jan (RD)
Unless your last two years were in English
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2026 / 2027.
Yes, an official English proficiency certificate is required. Check the official website for the required score.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: 100% of calculated need met, Need-blind admission, Average international award.
Eligible levels: Bachelor.
The latest deadline we have is January 5, 2027. Dates can differ by university or programme, so confirm on the official website.
Required documents: Common App or Apply Coalition application, Financial aid documents, TOEFL, Duolingo or IELTS Academic.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.amherst.edu/admission/apply/international. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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