Berea College Kentucky Opens Applications for 2025 Undergraduate Scholarships

Berea College, a prestigious institution in Kentucky, USA, has announced its scholarship program for international students seeking admission in 2025. Known for its unique No-Tuition Promise, Berea College covers 100% of tuition costs for all admitted students. This makes it the only school in the U.S. to fully fund international students for their first year, including tuition, room, board, and fees.

Scholarship Details:

The scholarship fully covers tuition, room, board, and fees for the first year of enrollment. From the second year onwards, international students are required to save $1,000 (USD) to contribute towards their expenses. The College offers summer jobs to help students meet this financial obligation.

Application Deadline: 1st December, 2024  

Eligible Countries: All international students  

Study Location: USA  

Scholarship Level: Undergraduate

Eligibility Criteria:

Berea College invites applications from students who:

– Have not earned a 4-year college degree.

– Are unmarried and without dependents.

– Meet their home country’s university entrance requirements.

– Have strong secondary school exam results.

– Can present IELTS, TOEFL, SAT, or ACT scores.

– Are proficient in both written and spoken English.

– Wish to learn and live in an environment that values equality and community regardless of race, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, or nationality.

Selection Process:

Berea College admits around 35 new international students each fall, with a focus on diversity. Applicants should have a strong academic record and a clear educational purpose. The college does not offer English language instruction, so applicants must already be proficient. Accepted standardized test scores include TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, ACT, and Duolingo, with specific minimum requirements.

Scholarship Duration: 4 years

Application Process:

Interested students should apply through the online application portal. It is crucial to review the admission instructions and requirements before applying via this link: 

[Berea College International Student Application]

There is no application fee to apply. All admitted students will have access to a paid, on-campus job through the College’s Work Program during the academic year.