ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
A liberal arts college in Massachusetts. Admission is need-blind for all students, domestic and international, and Amherst meets 100% of calculated need with no loans required. 82% of international students receive aid.
Information last verified: October 13, 2026Official source
Tuition for international students
Tuition 2026-27: $75,330; estimated total cost $99,200. The average international award in 2025-26 was over $84,000.
Admission for international students
Early Decision: 9 Nov 2026 (financial aid 13 Nov). Regular Decision: 5 Jan 2027 (financial aid 15 Jan). SAT/ACT optional.
Official admission announcementFunding Types & Coverage Benefits
This scholarship provides a comprehensive funding package covering your academic journey:
100% 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.
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)
Amherst College Need-Based Financial Aid for International Students (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
- Apply through the Common App or Apply Coalition (ED 9 Nov or RD 5 Jan) and request aid by its deadline.
- English test unless your last two years of school were in English (recommended: Duolingo 130 or IELTS 7.5); no provisional admission.
- 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 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. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
Scholarship Summary
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