International Students

International students are not eligible for Federal or State Aid.
Students have the option to enroll in Student Financial Services Time Option Payment Plan.

Scholarships

Scholarships are a great way to fill the gap when paying for college. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic or other achievement and do not have to be paid back. We encourage international students to apply for scholarships that Stony Brook University offers, as well as looking for external scholarship opportunities.

Global Excellence Scholarship - International students who are currently seniors in high school and have achieved a meritorious unweighted high school average are automatically considered for this four-year scholarship. High school academic program, SAT/ACT scores, co-curricular activities, research experiences, or special talents or skills may also be taken into account. Scholarships vary based on academic qualifications.

Students who are selected to receive the Global Excellence Scholarship will be notified via email and SOLAR. Be sure to check SOLAR for the most up to date terms and conditions for this award.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
1. This annual fall/spring scholarship is renewable for a total of 4 consecutive years.

2. You must maintain full-time enrollment (12 or more credits) as a matriculated undergraduate
      student at Stony Brook University.

3. If you withdraw from a term, enroll for less than full-time, or take one or more semesters off,
     your scholarship will not be renewed. Summer terms do not apply as they are not scholarship
     eligible terms.

4. You must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 at the end of
      each academic year.

5. This award may be reduced and/or canceled if other combined grants/scholarships exceed
      the total cost of education.

6. This award will be canceled if you are charged the New York State tuition rate.

7. If you are found responsible for academic dishonesty or any other violation of the Student Conduct
     Code, you will lose your scholarship support.

8. Stony Brook University is committed to celebrating equity, diversity and inclusion. As a member of
     this inclusive community, conduct or behavior unbecoming of a Stony Brook University Scholar will
     result in the loss of scholarship.

Scholarship Universe

The Office of Financial Aid & Scholarship Services administers scholarship opportunities for continuing students via Scholarship Universe, a matching tool based upon student's personalized profiles. Start matching to scholarships now at Scholarship Universe.

Students can also review the following links for additional scholarship opportunities:

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External Scholarships

Private Alternative Loans

International students that require assistance covering all or a portion of their university charges may want to consider private educational loans. Private educational loans are offered through a lending institution of your choice. You must apply directly with the lender. The lender may require that you have a co-signer. Some may require that the co-signer is a permanent resident, others require US citizenship. Students are encouraged to review our preferred lender list.

Disclaimer:

While we highlight this lender for informational purposes, it's important to note that we do not endorse them. We encourage all students to thoroughly explore and evaluate all available options when selecting a private loan lender. Making informed decisions about financial matters is crucial, and students should consider factors such as interest rates, terms, repayment options, and customer service before committing to any loan agreement. Additionally, researching and comparing multiple lenders can help students find the best possible fit for their individual needs and circumstances.

Additional Stony Brook University Resources:

Office of Global Affairs

Visa and Immigration Services