ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
An Ivy League university. Admission is need-blind for all applicants, including international students, and Princeton meets 100% of demonstrated need for every admitted student with grants rather than loans.
Information last verified: October 13, 2026Official source
Tuition for international students
Undergraduate tuition 2026-27: $68,140 a year; estimated total budget with housing, food and expenses $94,624.
Admission for international students
Single-Choice Early Action: 1 Nov 2026 (financial aid application 9 Nov). Regular Decision: 1 Jan 2027 (financial aid 1 Feb). SAT or ACT required for the fall 2027 class.
Official admission announcementFunding Types & Coverage Benefits
This scholarship provides a comprehensive funding package covering your academic journey:
100% of demonstrated need met
Covers tuition, housing, food and expenses according to family need.
Grants, not loans
Qualifying students receive grants and are not required to borrow.
Need-blind admission
Applying for aid does not affect admission, including for international students.
Available Fields & Specializations
Supported academic disciplines and specialization fields eligible for application:
All Accredited Academic Fields Open
This scholarship accepts applications across all accredited programs and disciplines at participating universities, according to the official call.
Available Study Programs & Tracks (1)
Princeton University Need-Based Financial Aid for International Undergraduates (Fall 2027)
Documents required for this scholarship
Check off prepared documents to track your application readiness:
Requirements vary by program and intake — always confirm the final list on the official application page.
Eligibility & Admission Criteria
- English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo or PTE) unless English is your native language or you spent at least three years at an English-medium secondary school.
- Apply for first-year admission for fall 2027 through the Common App (no separate scholarship form).
- SAT or ACT scores are required for the fall 2027 class.
- US entry restrictions (in force since 1 January 2026): student and exchange visas (F and J) are currently not issued to nationals of countries including Sudan, Yemen, Libya, Somalia, Syria and Mauritania, or to holders of Palestinian Authority travel documents, unless they hold a passport of a non-restricted country or a valid visa issued before that date. Full list on travel.state.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2026 / 2027.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: 100% of demonstrated need met, Grants, not loans, Need-blind admission.
Eligible levels: Bachelor.
The latest deadline we have is January 1, 2027. Dates can differ by university or programme, so confirm on the official website.
Required documents: Common App with Princeton questions, Graded Written Paper, School report, counselor letter and transcript, Two teacher evaluations, Princeton Financial Aid Application.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.princeton.edu. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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