At Berea, students do not pay tuition fees. All admitted students receive the “No-Tuition Promise”, which covers 100% of tuition costs. Berea College is the only school in the United States that provides 100% funding to all enrolled international students for the first year of enrollment.
All admitted international students receive financial aid and scholarships that cover 100% of tuition, room, board, and fees for the first year of enrollment. In subsequent years, international students are expected to save $1,000 (US) to contribute toward their expenses.
The College does provide summer jobs to international students so that they may meet this obligation. Accepted international students are also expected to pay a $2,200 (US) deposit to confirm their enrollment.
This deposit can be used by international students for certain expenses during their four years of enrollment. For students who are unable to pay all or a portion of the deposit, additional financial aid is available.
Level/Field(s) of study:
Bachelors degree in any subject
Number of Scholarships:
Each year, the college admits about 30 new international students.
Eligibility:
Applicants must meet university entrance requirements in their own country and present outstanding secondary or leaving exam results. Applicants must also present scores from one of the following approved standardized tests: TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, ACT or Duolingo. The minimum score required for each test is:
- TOEFL: 520 (paper-based); 190 (computer-based); 68 (internet-based)
- IELTS: 6 overall, 5 in each area
- ACT: 19 Composite
- SAT: 980 Combined Score
- Duolingo: 95
You are Required to:
Applications must be fully submitted no later than 15 January. The early application deadline is 15 October. Each academic year begins the following August.
It is important to visit the official website for detailed information on how to apply for these scholarships.