2026|27 Kutztown University International Need-Based Tuition Waiver (US Based)

Scholarship Awarding University: 

Type of degree: 
Bachelor’s

Scholarship Deadline: 
Applications for this scholarship will end on the  

Scholarship Summary: 
Kutztown University (KU) is delighted to offer Need-Based Tuition Waivers to incoming international freshmen, based on financial need. Please note that only a limited number of tuition waivers are available to new incoming undergraduate international students so it’s advised to apply early.

Scholarship Applicant Criteria: 
To be eligible for consideration for a Kutztown International Student Tuition Waiver, you must;
i. Be an incoming international freshman
ii. Demonstrate financial need
iii. Have an above-average academic achievement
iv. Be admitted to an undergraduate degree program at Kutztown University

Renewal Criteria
  • Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA
  • Students must maintain full-time student status and earn 24 credits in a year
  • Students must complete 5 volunteer hours for the International Office each academic year. 
Value of Scholarship: 
The Kutztown International Need-Based Tuition Waiver is namely as follows;
i. International Avalanche Award: $2,000 - $4,000 annually

Scholarship Application Guide: 
To apply;
i. Apply to Kutztown University and receive an acceptance letter. 
ii. Complete the .
iii. Applications will be reviewed between January and May (Fall entry term) and between October and December (Spring entry term).
iv. Awarded students must pay their $300 Registration Deposit by May 1st (Fall entry term) or the student forfeits the award. 

Scholarship Website: 
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the Kutztown University International Scholarship Page.