How can I obtain a scholarship?: (Undergraduate)
Public Affairs Section of the American Embassy, Dar es Salaam offers no undergraduate scholarships. We have no funds available for study in the U.S., Tanzania or elsewhere.
American universities and private foundations may offer limited opportunities for exceptional candidates. The admission office of the university you wish to attend will be the best source of information on these opportunities.
Consult books in the library for information on financial aid for international students.
College Board International Student Handbook and Peterson's applying to Colleges and Universities in the United States, then visit the websites of the universities that interest you for further information.
When you write directly to a university or college for admission application materials, also request information on financial assistance. At some institutions your academic ability is considered together along with your financial need. At others your application for admissions and your financial need are considered separately.
Colleges and universities in the United States vary considerably in their admission standards and requirements. To be considered for admission in American universities, a student must be qualified to enter Tanzanian universities. To compete successfully for financial aid, students must have A' and B's on their A-level exams.
A student with 3 strong A levels, good O-level record and high SAT test results has the best chance of being offered a scholarship. In addition to the academics, a student who can demonstrate extracurricular interests (sport activities, clubs, hobbies, community projects) is also much appreciated. It will be up to the student to convince the admissions personnel of the institutions to which he/she is applying that he/she will be a real asset to that institution.
In order to make your applications competitive and convincing, use the guide books in our library, such as "Presenting Yourself Successfully to Colleges".
For the student with exceptional ability in a particular sport, a sports scholarship could be an excellent way of financing his/her education. Write to the coach at a particular institution and correspond with him directly.
The student should be aware that acceptance by the coach or even the offer of a scholarship does not guarantee admission into the university/college. The regular admissions procedure must still be followed. The student should also be aware that he/she would still be expected to carry a minimum course load and maintain a certain academic average in addition to participating in the sports program.
Consult books in the library for in-depth information on how to apply for a sports scholarship.
How do I pay the college application and test registration fees?
For application fees and test fees, you should approach any bank's foreign exchange department so that an application can be made in order to obtain a US bank draft.
After gaining admission to an U.S. college/university, what college expenses will I incur?
There are several types of expenses which you will incur. The comprehensive cost of attendance per year ranges from about 12000 to 40000. A rough estimate is given below:
- Tuition and fees this could range from $8,000 to $30,000.
- Books and supplies $1,000 and above
- Student's room & board (meals) $6,000 to $10,000
- Personal (clothing, laundry, recreation, medical) $2,000
- Transportation (If you do not live on campus.) $500
To Be Continuing....
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