Scholarship Guidance
i20 Overseas
Scholarship Guidance
Scholarship Guidance is a highly valuable service in overseas education consulting. It helps students reduce the financial burden of studying abroad and improves their access to top universities. Here’s how to offer effective scholarship support:
1. Assess Student Eligibility
- Academic performance (grades/GPA)
- English test scores (IELTS, TOEFL)
- Extracurricular achievements or leadership roles
- Financial need (need-based scholarships)
- Background (some scholarships support specific countries, communities, or fields)
2. Identify Scholarship Types
Help students explore:
- University Scholarships (offered directly by the institution)
- Government Scholarships (e.g., Chevening – UK, Fulbright – USA, DAAD – Germany, Vanier – Canada)
- Private Scholarships (offered by foundations, NGOs, or corporate sponsors)
- In-country Scholarships (Indian government or state-level schemes like:
- National Overseas Scholarship (Ministry of Social Justice)
- Inlaks, Tata, JN Tata Endowment)
3. Shortlist Based on Course & Country
Match scholarships to:
- The country of study
- The university
- The course/program level (UG, PG, PhD)
- The application deadline
4. Assist with Application Documents
Typical documents required:
- Scholarship essay / Personal statement
- Financial documents (ITR, bank statements)
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of achievements (certificates, awards)
- Recommendation letters
- Resume/CV
You can help by:
- Reviewing essays for clarity and impact
- Ensuring documentation is complete and error-free
5. Application Submission & Follow-Up
- Guide students on how and when to submit
- Keep track of scholarship application status
- Remind students of deadlines and announcement dates
6. Combining Scholarships & Aid
- Explain how students can combine multiple small grants (if allowed)
- Help with fee waivers or assistantship applications for graduate programs (RA/TA roles)
