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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

St. Cloud State University
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Out-of-State Tuition & Fees [International Student]$20,002
In-state tuition and fees$10,118
Undergraduate Enrollment8,581
Acceptance Rate94%
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School Address720 Fourth Avenue S, St. Cloud, MN, 56301
Rankings#82 in Regional Universities Midwest, #69 in Best Value Schools

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Scholarships:

Scholarship NameEligibility RequirementsBenefits
ACSSF-1 and J-1 international studentsResident tuition rates
Maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA as an undergraduate student or a 3.0 cumulative GPA as a graduate studentNearly 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

Saginaw Valley State University
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SettingSuburban
Out-of-State Tuition$27,164 [International Student]
In-state tuition and fees$11,565
Undergraduate Enrollment6,789
Acceptance Rate78%
School WebsiteVisit Here
Address7400 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 SemesterRegular Tuition RateRed & 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

University of Louisiana Monroe
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SettingCity
Out-of-State Tuition$21,651 [International Student]
In-state tuition and fees$9,551
Undergraduate Enrollment6,670
Acceptance Rate69%
School WebsiteVisit Here
Address700 University Avenue, Monroe, LA, 71209
Rankings#331 in National Universities #169 in Top Public Schools

Scholarships

GPA 3.5-4.0Academic ScholarshipHousing Award**Out of State Fee Waiver***Total Award
President's DistinguishedSAT 1360-1600*$6,000$4,000$12,100
Academic ExcellenceSAT 1260-1350$4,000$2,500$12,100
Academic MeritSAT 1130-1250$2,000$1500$12,100
Ace's AwardSAT 1030-1120$1,500-$12,100
GPA 3.0-3.49Academic ScholarshipHousing Award**Out of State Fee Waiver***Total Award
President's DistinguishedSAT 1360-1600*$6,000$2,500$12,100
Academic ExcellenceSAT 1260-1350$4,000$2,000$12,100
Academic MeritSAT 1130-1250$2,000$1,000$12,100
Ace's AwardSAT 1030-1120$1,000-$12,100

4. University of Idaho Moscow

University of Idaho Moscow
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SettingRural
Out-of-State Tuition$27,632 [International Student]
In-state tuition and fees$8,396
Undergraduate Enrollment8,631
Acceptance Rate81%
School WebsiteVisit Here
Address875 Perimeter Drive MS 2282, Moscow, ID, 83844
Rankings#176 in National Universities #26 in Best Value Schools

Scholarships

QualificationRequirement
ResidencyNon-residents of WICHE states and international students
AcademicIncoming GPA of 3.0 or higher
AwardInvitation to Idaho scholarship
ValueOver $16,000 for the 2022-23 academic year. More than $64,000 in value over four years
Application DeadlineNo separate application or deadline. Considered upon completion of U of I admission application
Award RenewalMaintain continuous enrollment with a 2.5 cumulative U of I GPA
LimitationsRecipients cannot simultaneously receive WUE or Discover Idaho! scholarship
Cost BreakdownIdaho ResidentsNon-Idaho ResidentsInvitation 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

University of Texas at Arlington
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SettingUrban
Out-of-State Tuition$29,300 [International Student]
In-state tuition and fees$11,728
Undergraduate Enrollment32,962
Acceptance Rate93%
School WebsiteVisit Here
Address701 S. Nedderman Drive, Arlington, TX, 76019
Rankings#299 in National Universities #68 in Most Innovative Schools

Scholarships

Scholarship NameOfferOffer (over 4 years)Deadline
Presidential Honors Scholarship$12,000 annuallyUp to $48,000December 1, 2022
Presidential Scholarship$10,000 annuallyUp to $40,000December 1, 2022
Maverick Academic ScholarshipUp to 1,0001,000 - 8,000 annuallyUp to 4,0004,000 - 32,000February 14, 2023
Transfer ScholarshipUp to 2,0002,000 - 5,000 annuallyUp to 4,0004,000 - 10,000February 14, 2023
$1,000 annuallyUp to $2,000July 3, 2023

6. Caldwell University

Caldwell University
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SettingSuburban
Out-of-State Tuition$38,050 [International Student]
In-state tuition and fees$38,050
Undergraduate Enrollment1,630
Acceptance Rate96%
School WebsiteVisit Here
Address120 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell, NJ, 07006
Rankings#93 In Regional Universities North #13 In Top Performers on Social Mobility

Scholarships

High School GPA RangeScholarship 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 NameEligibility CriteriaScholarship Amount
St. Thomas Aquinas ScholarshipFirst 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

University of South Dakota
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SettingRural
Out-of-State Tuition$12,942 [International Student]
In-state tuition and fees$9,432
Undergraduate Enrollment6,987
Acceptance Rate87%
School WebsiteVisit Here
Address414 E. Clark Street, Vermillion, SD, 57069
Rankings#263 in National Universities #132 in Top Public Schools

Scholarships

ScholarshipEligibilityValueConditions
Coyote Commitment ScholarshipFirst-time freshman applicantsUp to $4,000 per yearBased on high school GPA
Global Community ScholarshipAll undergraduate students (including transfer students)$1,000 to $3,000 per yearBased on extra curriculars, community service, and other factors
Half-tuition ScholarshipRecipients of both Coyote Commitment and Global Community ScholarshipUp to $6,471 per yearAchieved by receiving both the Coyote Commitment and Global Community Scholarship

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8. McNeese State University

McNeese State University
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SettingCity
Out-of-State Tuition$11,000 [International Student]
In-state tuition and fees$9,000
Undergraduate Enrollment5,882
Acceptance Rate69%
School WebsiteVisit Here
Address4205 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, LA, 70609
Rankings#88 in Regional Universities South #42 in Top Public Schools

Scholarships

SATACTAward per Year
1390-160030-36$2000
1280-138027-29$1000
1200-127025-26$500

9. University of Central Oklahoma

University of Central Oklahoma
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SettingSuburban
Out-of-State Tuition$19,121 [International Student]
In-state tuition and fees$8,234
Undergraduate Enrollment11,834
Acceptance Rate81%
School WebsiteVisit Here
Address100 N. University Drive, Edmond, OK, 73034
Rankings#60 in Regional Universities West #29 in Top Public Schools

Scholarships

Scholarship NameAmountPriority DeadlineQualificationsRenewalApplication
President's Leadership Council (PLC)Total four years: 45,500(45,500 (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 hoursRenewable with 3.0 cumulative GPA or higherPLC and LOT Scholarship Application
Leaders of Tomorrow Council (LOT)Total four years: 33,000(33,000 (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 hoursRenewable with 3.0 cumulative GPA or higherPLC and LOT Scholarship Application
Freshman Distinguished Global ScholarTotal two years: up to 8,000(8,000 (4,000 per year)Nov. 1 (Spring), May 31 (Fall)Incoming freshmen with a minimum 3.50 GPA or SAT 1300 or ACT28Renewable with 3.25 cumulative GPA or higherNo application required
Freshman Merit Global ScholarTotal two years: up to 6,000(6,000 (3,000 per year)Nov. 1 (Spring), May 31 (Fall)Incoming freshmen with a minimum 3.25 GPA or SAT 1250 or ACT26Renewable with 3.00 cumulative GPA or higherNo application required
Freshman Honor Global ScholarTotal two years: up to 4,000(4,000 (2,000 per year)Nov. 1 (Spring), May 31 (Fall)Incoming freshmen with a minimum 3.00 GPA or SAT 1200 or ACT24Renewable with 3.00 cumulative GPA or higherNo application required

10. University of North Texas

University of North Texas
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SettingCity
Out-of-State Tuition$24,234 [International Student]
In-state tuition and fees$11,994
Undergraduate Enrollment32,603
Acceptance Rate81%
School WebsiteVisit Here
Address1155 Union Circle #311425, Denton, TX, 76203
Rankings#285 in National Universities #146 in Top Public Schools

Scholarships

Excellence Scholarship Award LevelAnnual Award*DurationTotal Award
President's Elite$12,000/year4 years$48,000
President's Honors$10,000/year4 years$40,000
Dean's Scholarship$8,000/year4 years$32,000
North Texas Scholarship$6,000/year4 years$24,000
Eagle Scholarship$4,000/year4 years$16,000
Scrappy Scholarship$1,000/year4 years$4,000

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11. University of New Mexico Albuquerque

University of New Mexico Albuquerque
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SettingUrban
Out-of-State Tuition$26,452 [International Student]
In-state tuition and fees$10,092
Undergraduate Enrollment15,336
Acceptance Rate65%
School WebsiteVisit Here
Address1 University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM, 87131
Rankings#212 in National Universities #107 in Top Public Schools

Scholarships

Scholarship TypeEligibility CriteriaScholarship AmountTuition Fees after Scholarship
International Amigo Scholarship3.5 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 Scholarship3.0 GPA on a US scale in upper secondary/high school courseworkNot specified$27,166 per year

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12. Troy University

Troy University
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SettingRural
Out-of-State Tuition$23,280 [International Student]
In-state tuition and fees$11,640
Undergraduate Enrollment11,297
Acceptance Rate95%
School WebsiteVisit Here
AddressUniversity Avenue, Troy, AL, 36082
Rankings#44 in Regional Universities South #47 in Best Value Schools

Scholarships

Scholarship NameEligibility CriteriaAward Amount
The Scholars Award30-32 ACT/1360-1440 RSAT and 3.7 GPATuition and Basic Housing
The Scholars PLUS Award33-36 ACT/1450-1600 RSAT and 3.7 GPATuition, Full Housing and Meal Plan
The Sorrell Scholars AwardEnrolled in Accounting, Economics or Global Business Major; 30-32 ACT/1360-1440 RSAT and 3.7 GPA (for consideration)Additional Scholarship of 15001500-3000
The Chancellor's Scholarship26-29 ACT/1230-1350 RSAT and 3.5 GPA6,0006,000-10,000 annually
The Trojan Leadership Scholarship20-25 ACT or 1030-1220 RSAT and 3.0 GPA2,0002,000-4,000 annually

13. Mississippi State University

Mississippi State University
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SettingRural
Out-of-State Tuition$25,444 [International Student]
In-state tuition and fees$9,398
Undergraduate Enrollment18,584
Acceptance Rate76%
School WebsiteVisit Here
AddressPO Box 6018, Mississippi State, MS, 39762
Rankings#194 in National Universities #208 in Best Value Schools

Scholarships

Scholarship NameGPA and Test Score RequirementsAward AmountHow to Apply
Non-Resident Scholarship3.5-3.749 GPA: $8,500 3.75-4.1 GPA: $12,000 Higher than 4.1 GPA: $15,000Varies depending on GPAApply through scholarships.msstate.edu
Freshman Academic Excellence ScholarshipACT Score: 22-36 SAT Score: 1100-1600 9th-11th Grade High School GPA: 3.0-3.49$1,500-$5,000Automatically awarded upon admission to MSU
NonResident Tuition ScholarshipVaries depending on ACT/SAT score and GPA$7,000-$16,000Automatically awarded upon admission to MSU
Colvard Future Leader ScholarshipVaries depending on ACT/SAT score and GPA$1,000-$4,000Apply through scholarships.msstate.edu
Freshman Academic and Non-Resident Tuition ScholarshipVaries depending on ACT/SAT score and GPA$8,500-$19,000Automatically awarded upon admission to MSU

14. University of Toledo

University of Toledo
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SettingUrban
Out-of-State Tuition$20,595 [International Student]
In-state tuition and fees$11,235
Undergraduate Enrollment13,161
Acceptance Rate97%
School WebsiteVisit Here
Address2801 W. Bancroft, Toledo, OH, 43606
Rankings#285 in National Universities #146 in Top Public Schools

Scholarships

CategoryCriteriaScholarship NameScholarship Amount
First-time, International FreshmanGPA 3.5 or higherInternational Scholar Tuition RateIn-state tuition + $100/semester
New International Freshman or TransferCumulative higher education GPA 3.0-3.49International Rocket Award$7,500/year
New International Transfer StudentCumulative higher education GPA 3.5 or higherInternational Rocket Award$8,500/year

15. Arkansas State University

Arkansas State University
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SettingCity
Out-of-State Tuition$8,800 [International Student]
In-state tuition and fees$7,130
Undergraduate Enrollment8,241
Acceptance Rate63%
School WebsiteVisit Here
AddressPO Box 600, State University, AR, 72467
Rankings#317 in National Universities #163 in Top Public Schools

Scholarships

ScholarshipAmountRequirementsRestrictions
Freshman Scholarship$3,000 per yearGPA of 3.25 or higher, meet A-State English proficiency requirements, admitted as an undergraduate freshmanCannot be combined with other scholarships
Transfer Scholarship$3,000 per yearGPA of 3.25 or higher, have at least 24 transferrable college hours, meet A-State English proficiency requirements, admitted as an undergraduate transferCannot 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.

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