Faced with skyrocketing tuition and fees, limited access to financial aid, and the instability of scholarships, many international students struggle to sustain their academic dreams.
Sesay had meticulously planned his move to the U.S., even stopping his scholarship search when a family member promised financial support. When Sesay was admitted to his dream school, however, the family support fell through, leaving him scrambling for scholarships that didn't cover all expenses. "Primarily, we have international students pursuing associate degrees," she said."This is a major way for them to save money compared to going directly to a university."
"I came to the United States when I was 18 years old," Mannarino recalled."I rejected all the scholarships that I acquired through esports, playing Fortnite." To supplement his income, he conducted workshops advising Brazilian students on esports scholarships, allowing him to cover living expenses by finding roommates through social media.
She encourages fellow international students to balance work and studies effectively, understand visa work-hour regulations, and seek university support for financial aid options.There was a problem processing your submission. Please try again later.