In order to be considered for federal or state aid, foreign students must be a U.S. citizen or have permanent residence; possess a valid alien registration card; have an arrival-departure record (I-94) from the Department of Homeland Security showing a status of refugee, asylum granted, indefinite parole, humanitarian parole, or Cuban-Haitian entrant; possess a valid temporary resident card (I-688) or have a conditional permanent resident card (I-151C).
If a student does not meet the above requirements, financial aid is limited to institutional aid sources including President and Dean's Scholarships, Ithaca Access Grant, WG. Egbert Founder's Grant, Ithaca Leadership Scholarships, endowed/special awards, and campus employment.
International students applying for need-based assistance for the first time must complete the International Student Financial Aid Application and the International Student Certification of Finances form, available for download in the sidebar or from the Offices of Admission and Financial Aid.
In addition to the financial aid programs that Ithaca College administers, these other agencies may have funding sources available if you meet their requirements:
If you know someone who is a U.S. Citizen that would be willing to co-sign on a loan for you, visit Alternative Loan Options for more information.
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International Student Financial Aid Application