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Top 10 US universities with the Most Nepali students
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The United States is one of the favourite destinations of abroad study for Nepali students. Thousands of Nepali students study various courses for Bachelors, Master's and Phd's in US university. In this blog, we have compiled a list of the top 10 US universities with the most Nepali students. We will provide an overview of each university, including its location, tuition fees and acceptance rate. Additionally, we will share the scholarship opportunities available to Nepali students at each of these universities. So, if you're a Nepali student looking to study in the US, read on to find out more about the universities that are popular among your fellow Nepali students.
1. St. Cloud State University
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Setting | City |
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees [International Student] | $20,002 |
| In-state tuition and fees | $10,118 |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 8,581 |
| Acceptance Rate | 94% |
| Visit School Website | Visit |
| School Address | 720 Fourth Avenue S, St. Cloud, MN, 56301 |
| Rankings | #82 in Regional Universities Midwest, #69 in Best Value Schools |
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Scholarships:
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Requirements | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| ACSS | F-1 and J-1 international students | Resident tuition rates |
| Maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA as an undergraduate student or a 3.0 cumulative GPA as a graduate student | Nearly 50-percent tuition discount | |
| Attend orientation with the Center for International Studies upon arrival in the U.S. and complete two cultural sharing activities every semester through St. Cloud State |
2. Saginaw Valley State University
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Setting | Suburban |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $27,164 [International Student] |
| In-state tuition and fees | $11,565 |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 6,789 |
| Acceptance Rate | 78% |
| School Website | Visit Here |
| Address | 7400 Bay Road, University Center, MI, 48710 |
| Rankings | #110 in Regional Universities Midwest #39 in Top Public Schools |
Scholarships: [RED and WHITE Tuition Scholarships]
| Credits per Semester | Regular Tuition Rate | Red & White Tuition Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 12 cr. | $11,097.40 USD | $5,608.00 USD |
| 13 cr. | $12,002.85 USD | $5,993.50 USD |
| 14 cr. | $12,908.30 USD | $6,379.00 USD |
| 15 cr. | $13,813.75 USD | $6,764.50 USD |
| 16 cr. | $14,719.20 USD | $7,150.00 USD |
3. University of Louisiana Monroe
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Setting | City |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $21,651 [International Student] |
| In-state tuition and fees | $9,551 |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 6,670 |
| Acceptance Rate | 69% |
| School Website | Visit Here |
| Address | 700 University Avenue, Monroe, LA, 71209 |
| Rankings | #331 in National Universities #169 in Top Public Schools |
Scholarships
| GPA 3.5-4.0 | Academic Scholarship | Housing Award** | Out of State Fee Waiver*** | Total Award |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| President's Distinguished | SAT 1360-1600* | $6,000 | $4,000 | $12,100 |
| Academic Excellence | SAT 1260-1350 | $4,000 | $2,500 | $12,100 |
| Academic Merit | SAT 1130-1250 | $2,000 | $1500 | $12,100 |
| Ace's Award | SAT 1030-1120 | $1,500 | - | $12,100 |
| GPA 3.0-3.49 | Academic Scholarship | Housing Award** | Out of State Fee Waiver*** | Total Award |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| President's Distinguished | SAT 1360-1600* | $6,000 | $2,500 | $12,100 |
| Academic Excellence | SAT 1260-1350 | $4,000 | $2,000 | $12,100 |
| Academic Merit | SAT 1130-1250 | $2,000 | $1,000 | $12,100 |
| Ace's Award | SAT 1030-1120 | $1,000 | - | $12,100 |
4. University of Idaho Moscow
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Setting | Rural |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $27,632 [International Student] |
| In-state tuition and fees | $8,396 |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 8,631 |
| Acceptance Rate | 81% |
| School Website | Visit Here |
| Address | 875 Perimeter Drive MS 2282, Moscow, ID, 83844 |
| Rankings | #176 in National Universities #26 in Best Value Schools |
Scholarships
| Qualification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Residency | Non-residents of WICHE states and international students |
| Academic | Incoming GPA of 3.0 or higher |
| Award | Invitation to Idaho scholarship |
| Value | Over $16,000 for the 2022-23 academic year. More than $64,000 in value over four years |
| Application Deadline | No separate application or deadline. Considered upon completion of U of I admission application |
| Award Renewal | Maintain continuous enrollment with a 2.5 cumulative U of I GPA |
| Limitations | Recipients cannot simultaneously receive WUE or Discover Idaho! scholarship |
| Cost Breakdown | Idaho Residents | Non-Idaho Residents | Invitation to Idaho Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time Student Fees/Tuition | $8,396 | $27,632 | $11,486 |
| Housing and Meals | $9,898 | $9,898 | $9,898 |
| Books & Supplies (estimated) | $1,232 | $1,232 | $1,232 |
| Total Direct Costs | $19,526 | $38,762 | $22,616 |
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5. University of Texas at Arlington
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Setting | Urban |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $29,300 [International Student] |
| In-state tuition and fees | $11,728 |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 32,962 |
| Acceptance Rate | 93% |
| School Website | Visit Here |
| Address | 701 S. Nedderman Drive, Arlington, TX, 76019 |
| Rankings | #299 in National Universities #68 in Most Innovative Schools |
Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Offer | Offer (over 4 years) | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presidential Honors Scholarship | $12,000 annually | Up to $48,000 | December 1, 2022 |
| Presidential Scholarship | $10,000 annually | Up to $40,000 | December 1, 2022 |
| Maverick Academic Scholarship | Up to 8,000 annually | Up to 32,000 | February 14, 2023 |
| Transfer Scholarship | Up to 5,000 annually | Up to 10,000 | February 14, 2023 |
| $1,000 annually | Up to $2,000 | July 3, 2023 |
6. Caldwell University
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Setting | Suburban |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $38,050 [International Student] |
| In-state tuition and fees | $38,050 |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 1,630 |
| Acceptance Rate | 96% |
| School Website | Visit Here |
| Address | 120 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell, NJ, 07006 |
| Rankings | #93 In Regional Universities North #13 In Top Performers on Social Mobility |
Scholarships
| High School GPA Range | Scholarship Amount |
|---|---|
| 3.90+ | $25,000 |
| 3.75-3.89 | $22,000 |
| 3.50-3.74 | $20,000 |
| 3.25-3.49 | $18,000 |
| 3.00-3.24 | $16,000 |
| Under 3.00 | $14,000 |
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Scholarship Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St. Thomas Aquinas Scholarship | First time freshmen applicants submitting official SAT or ACT scores | $2,000-$6,000 per year (depending on GPA and test scores) |
7. University of South Dakota
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Setting | Rural |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $12,942 [International Student] |
| In-state tuition and fees | $9,432 |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 6,987 |
| Acceptance Rate | 87% |
| School Website | Visit Here |
| Address | 414 E. Clark Street, Vermillion, SD, 57069 |
| Rankings | #263 in National Universities #132 in Top Public Schools |
Scholarships
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Value | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coyote Commitment Scholarship | First-time freshman applicants | Up to $4,000 per year | Based on high school GPA |
| Global Community Scholarship | All undergraduate students (including transfer students) | $1,000 to $3,000 per year | Based on extra curriculars, community service, and other factors |
| Half-tuition Scholarship | Recipients of both Coyote Commitment and Global Community Scholarship | Up to $6,471 per year | Achieved by receiving both the Coyote Commitment and Global Community Scholarship |
8. McNeese State University
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Setting | City |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $11,000 [International Student] |
| In-state tuition and fees | $9,000 |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 5,882 |
| Acceptance Rate | 69% |
| School Website | Visit Here |
| Address | 4205 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, LA, 70609 |
| Rankings | #88 in Regional Universities South #42 in Top Public Schools |
Scholarships
| SAT | ACT | Award per Year |
|---|---|---|
| 1390-1600 | 30-36 | $2000 |
| 1280-1380 | 27-29 | $1000 |
| 1200-1270 | 25-26 | $500 |
9. University of Central Oklahoma
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Setting | Suburban |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $19,121 [International Student] |
| In-state tuition and fees | $8,234 |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 11,834 |
| Acceptance Rate | 81% |
| School Website | Visit Here |
| Address | 100 N. University Drive, Edmond, OK, 73034 |
| Rankings | #60 in Regional Universities West #29 in Top Public Schools |
Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Amount | Priority Deadline | Qualifications | Renewal | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| President's Leadership Council (PLC) | Total four years: 11,375 per year) | May 1 (Fall) | Incoming freshman with a minimum 3.0 GPA, active involvement in three or more student organizations, no prior college or post-high school credit hours | Renewable with 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher | PLC and LOT Scholarship Application |
| Leaders of Tomorrow Council (LOT) | Total four years: 8,250 per year) | May 1 (Fall) | Incoming freshman with a minimum 2.75 GPA, active involvement in two or more student organizations and demonstrated community service, no prior college or post-high school credit hours | Renewable with 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher | PLC and LOT Scholarship Application |
| Freshman Distinguished Global Scholar | Total two years: up to 4,000 per year) | Nov. 1 (Spring), May 31 (Fall) | Incoming freshmen with a minimum 3.50 GPA or SAT 1300 or ACT28 | Renewable with 3.25 cumulative GPA or higher | No application required |
| Freshman Merit Global Scholar | Total two years: up to 3,000 per year) | Nov. 1 (Spring), May 31 (Fall) | Incoming freshmen with a minimum 3.25 GPA or SAT 1250 or ACT26 | Renewable with 3.00 cumulative GPA or higher | No application required |
| Freshman Honor Global Scholar | Total two years: up to 2,000 per year) | Nov. 1 (Spring), May 31 (Fall) | Incoming freshmen with a minimum 3.00 GPA or SAT 1200 or ACT24 | Renewable with 3.00 cumulative GPA or higher | No application required |
10. University of North Texas
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Setting | City |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $24,234 [International Student] |
| In-state tuition and fees | $11,994 |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 32,603 |
| Acceptance Rate | 81% |
| School Website | Visit Here |
| Address | 1155 Union Circle #311425, Denton, TX, 76203 |
| Rankings | #285 in National Universities #146 in Top Public Schools |
Scholarships
| Excellence Scholarship Award Level | Annual Award* | Duration | Total Award |
|---|---|---|---|
| President's Elite | $12,000/year | 4 years | $48,000 |
| President's Honors | $10,000/year | 4 years | $40,000 |
| Dean's Scholarship | $8,000/year | 4 years | $32,000 |
| North Texas Scholarship | $6,000/year | 4 years | $24,000 |
| Eagle Scholarship | $4,000/year | 4 years | $16,000 |
| Scrappy Scholarship | $1,000/year | 4 years | $4,000 |
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11. University of New Mexico Albuquerque
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Setting | Urban |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $26,452 [International Student] |
| In-state tuition and fees | $10,092 |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 15,336 |
| Acceptance Rate | 65% |
| School Website | Visit Here |
| Address | 1 University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM, 87131 |
| Rankings | #212 in National Universities #107 in Top Public Schools |
Scholarships
| Scholarship Type | Eligibility Criteria | Scholarship Amount | Tuition Fees after Scholarship |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Amigo Scholarship | 3.5 GPA on a US scale in upper secondary/high school coursework OR 3.0 GPA on a US scale AND either an ACT score of 26 OR SAT score of 1240 OR 3.25 GPA of with at least 30 credits of university-level transferable coursework. | Covers the difference between resident and non-resident tuition rates. Over $16,000 per year! | $10,916 per year |
| Leadership Scholarship | 3.0 GPA on a US scale in upper secondary/high school coursework | Not specified | $27,166 per year |
12. Troy University
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Setting | Rural |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $23,280 [International Student] |
| In-state tuition and fees | $11,640 |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 11,297 |
| Acceptance Rate | 95% |
| School Website | Visit Here |
| Address | University Avenue, Troy, AL, 36082 |
| Rankings | #44 in Regional Universities South #47 in Best Value Schools |
Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Scholars Award | 30-32 ACT/1360-1440 RSAT and 3.7 GPA | Tuition and Basic Housing |
| The Scholars PLUS Award | 33-36 ACT/1450-1600 RSAT and 3.7 GPA | Tuition, Full Housing and Meal Plan |
| The Sorrell Scholars Award | Enrolled in Accounting, Economics or Global Business Major; 30-32 ACT/1360-1440 RSAT and 3.7 GPA (for consideration) | Additional Scholarship of 3000 |
| The Chancellor's Scholarship | 26-29 ACT/1230-1350 RSAT and 3.5 GPA | 10,000 annually |
| The Trojan Leadership Scholarship | 20-25 ACT or 1030-1220 RSAT and 3.0 GPA | 4,000 annually |
13. Mississippi State University
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Setting | Rural |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $25,444 [International Student] |
| In-state tuition and fees | $9,398 |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 18,584 |
| Acceptance Rate | 76% |
| School Website | Visit Here |
| Address | PO Box 6018, Mississippi State, MS, 39762 |
| Rankings | #194 in National Universities #208 in Best Value Schools |
Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | GPA and Test Score Requirements | Award Amount | How to Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Scholarship | 3.5-3.749 GPA: $8,500 3.75-4.1 GPA: $12,000 Higher than 4.1 GPA: $15,000 | Varies depending on GPA | Apply through scholarships.msstate.edu |
| Freshman Academic Excellence Scholarship | ACT Score: 22-36 SAT Score: 1100-1600 9th-11th Grade High School GPA: 3.0-3.49 | $1,500-$5,000 | Automatically awarded upon admission to MSU |
| NonResident Tuition Scholarship | Varies depending on ACT/SAT score and GPA | $7,000-$16,000 | Automatically awarded upon admission to MSU |
| Colvard Future Leader Scholarship | Varies depending on ACT/SAT score and GPA | $1,000-$4,000 | Apply through scholarships.msstate.edu |
| Freshman Academic and Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship | Varies depending on ACT/SAT score and GPA | $8,500-$19,000 | Automatically awarded upon admission to MSU |
14. University of Toledo
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Setting | Urban |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $20,595 [International Student] |
| In-state tuition and fees | $11,235 |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 13,161 |
| Acceptance Rate | 97% |
| School Website | Visit Here |
| Address | 2801 W. Bancroft, Toledo, OH, 43606 |
| Rankings | #285 in National Universities #146 in Top Public Schools |
Scholarships
| Category | Criteria | Scholarship Name | Scholarship Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-time, International Freshman | GPA 3.5 or higher | International Scholar Tuition Rate | In-state tuition + $100/semester |
| New International Freshman or Transfer | Cumulative higher education GPA 3.0-3.49 | International Rocket Award | $7,500/year |
| New International Transfer Student | Cumulative higher education GPA 3.5 or higher | International Rocket Award | $8,500/year |
15. Arkansas State University
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Setting | City |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $8,800 [International Student] |
| In-state tuition and fees | $7,130 |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 8,241 |
| Acceptance Rate | 63% |
| School Website | Visit Here |
| Address | PO Box 600, State University, AR, 72467 |
| Rankings | #317 in National Universities #163 in Top Public Schools |
Scholarships
| Scholarship | Amount | Requirements | Restrictions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freshman Scholarship | $3,000 per year | GPA of 3.25 or higher, meet A-State English proficiency requirements, admitted as an undergraduate freshman | Cannot be combined with other scholarships |
| Transfer Scholarship | $3,000 per year | GPA of 3.25 or higher, have at least 24 transferrable college hours, meet A-State English proficiency requirements, admitted as an undergraduate transfer | Cannot be combined with other scholarships |
Wrapping Up
USA continues to be a popular destination for Nepali students seeking higher education opportunities abroad. The fourteen universities discussed in this blog, St. Cloud State University, Saginaw Valley State University, University of Louisiana Monroe, and University of Idaho Moscow, University of Texas at Arlington, Caldwell University, University of South Dakota, McNeese State University, University of Central Oklahoma, University of North Texas, University of New Mexico, Mississippi State University, University of Toledo, Arkansas State University have attracted a significant number of Nepali students. While these universities have varying acceptance rates, tuition fees, and scholarship opportunities, they all offer quality education and support services to international students. Nepali students should carefully consider their priorities and preferences when selecting a university to ensure a fulfilling academic experience in the United States.