The University of West Alabama

International Student Yearly Cost
(twelve months/3 semesters) 

*A Statement of Financial Support form must be completed by both the student’s sponsor, indicating his/her willingness to finance an education, and the sponsor’s bank, verifying that the sponsor has the ability to finance the studies. This amount will be entered on the I-20 form as the estimated cost of attending The University of West Alabama for one academic year (twelve months).

Financial Aid / Scholarships  

Internal Scholarships
Few scholarship funds are available to international students because of residency and/or citizenship requirements.

• International students who are entering freshmen may apply for Trustee Scholarships.
  Download printable Scholarship Application  
• International students majoring in English, may apply for the Colquitt Languages and Literature Scholarship. For eligibility requirements contact the Chair of the Department of Languages and Literature, room 307M Wallace Hall, (205) 652-3641, Toll Free 1-800-621-8044 (nationally).
• Athletic Scholarships may also be available to international students. For specific sports and eligibility requirements contact the Athletic Department, room 5 Foust Hall, (205) 652-3784, Toll Free 1-800-621-8044 (nationally).

External Scholarships resources for international students: 

• International Education Financial Aid - a web site that allows international students to search for scholarships based on field of study.  
• Scholarships & Grants from the International Student Organization in America lists scholarships for international students, and provides some tips. 
• Financial Aid for Foreign Nationals Studying in the United States (NAFSA) provides tips and lists sources of additional information. 
• Rotary International Scholarships 
• educationUSA Financial Assistance Guide provides links to external financial resources.
• US journal of Academics- Scholarships to Study in the US  
• Funding for US Study Online is an extensive database of scholarships, fellowships and grants organized and maintained by the Institute of International Education (IIE).
• Scholarship Experts has a special database of scholarships for both national and international students. Financial aid professionals find the most appropriate scholarships for your situation. This is a paid service.