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Students: How to Filter ApplyBoard for Low-Tuition Programs and Active Scholarships

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Planning your education abroad is an investment in your future, but it doesn't have to break the bank. Our platform is designed to help you find the best value for your tuition dollars. By using specific financial filters, you can discover programs that offer active scholarships and tuition rates that match your budget, making your dream of international study much more affordable.

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How to Find Budget-Friendly Programs

Follow these simple steps to customize your search based on your financial needs:

  1. Open Search: On the left-hand side of your dashboard, select the Search icon.
  2. Filter for Scholarships: Click the Filters & Eligibility button.
    • Find the Perks and Features section and select Financial aid available. This ensures you only see programs offering financial aid to international students. 
A screenshot of the ApplyBoard platform showing recommended study programs with the Scholarship available filter selected.
  1. Adjust Your Tuition Range:
    • Scroll up to the Tuition (first year) section.
    • Select from the following options:
      • Under $10k
      • $10k-20k
      • $20k-30k
      • $30k+
A screenshot of the ApplyBoard platform showing recommended study programs with both Scholarship available and $10k – $20k tuition filters applied.
  1. Submit Your Search: Filters are applied automatically! Check your recommended results as you add more filters.

Why These Filters Matter

  • Financial Clarity: Seeing the tuition upfront helps you plan your savings and loans without surprises.
  • Maximize Savings: Prioritizing programs with "Scholarship available" increases your chances of reducing your overall costs.
  • Targeted Results: Don't waste time scrolling through programs outside your budget; see exactly what you can afford instantly.

 Pro Tip! Combine these budget filters with the "Free app" filter (found in the Recommended section) to save even more by avoiding application fees!

Next Steps: Turn Your Budget into a Reality 

Now that you know how to navigate your financial options, it’s time to find a program that fits your life. Whether you’re ready to browse the latest scholarships or want to save your progress for later, taking action today brings you one step closer to your international degree.

Start Your Financial Planning

Don't let budget uncertainty hold you back. Explore affordable programs today or create an account to save your favorite program matches for later.