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Local Advantage Scholarship

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Deadline:

2027-01-05

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Value:

25% Tuition fee waiver

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No. of Recipients:

50


The Local Advantage Scholarship simplifies the transfer process for international students already living in the U.S. who hope to transfer to any of the six institutions within The Community Solution Education System. Eligible full-time international undergraduate and graduate students currently studying at another U.S. institution or who have completed a degree at a U.S. institution may receive a 25% discount each term while enrolled, provided they maintain good academic standing.

Eligibility criteria

1. Applicant must be enrolled as a full-time student and be classified as an international student, as per residency and visa requirements applicable to international students.
2. The applicant must be accepted into one of the System’s institutions and be local (in the U.S.) at the time of application.

Essay brief

The student must provide proof of current U.S. status that permits study as an international student. No separate scholarship application is required. Eligibility is automatically assessed at the time of admission.

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Frequently Asked Questions

In a landmark partnership, the QS Scholarships platform merged with ImpACT charity organization in 2020, culminating in a synergy of resources that now manifests as QS ImpACT Scholarships.

Institution-funded scholarships are exclusively backed by the institution itself. This implies that scholarship recipients need to secure acceptance for their studies at the said institution in order to qualify. It's essential to note that each scholarship comes with its own set of eligibility criteria and prerequisites.  On the other hand, QS ImpACT Scholarships mark a collaborative effort between the ImpACT charity organization and QS. These scholarships present a unique advantage – they allow candidates to be considered regardless of the institution they choose for their studies, as long as they meet the appropriate study-level requirements. To delve deeper into the eligibility criteria associated with these scholarships, we invite you to explore the relevant scholarship details.

Yes, you can apply for as many scholarships as you wish. Just make sure that you meet the eligibility criteria and follow the application process for each.

Scholarships by institutions are managed by the school, university or collage offering the scholarship and the winner will also be announced by them. QS ImpACT Scholarships are managed by us here at QS and we’ll announce the winner.  

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