When I was in the process of applying to colleges, I had this overwhelming fear of financial barriers. I wish someone had told me about the existence of need-blind colleges for international students much earlier! I spent hours searching for information and got really frustrated.
Here’s the trick I finally figured out: I created a Google sheet and listed colleges that explicitly state they are need-blind for international students. This way, I had all the info in one place without diving too deep into individual websites every time. I also joined a few forums and Facebook groups where students shared their experiences about the admissions process and financial aid opportunities.
Remember, just because a college is need-blind doesn’t mean they offer significant aid to everyone, so it’s a good idea to combine this with looking into specific scholarships as well.