Tufts University Scholarships for International Students 2026

Yes, some Tufts units do offer scholarship support that can apply to online study, but it’s usually program-specific rather than a single “university-wide online scholarship.” For example, Tufts School of Engineering’s online programs note that a limited number of merit-based scholarships are available to online students each semester, and Tufts Gordon Institute’s online graduate offerings also describe merit-based tuition scholarships (including for non-U.S. citizens).

Tufts scholarships and funding opportunities span a wide range of subjects, STEM and engineering, humanities and social sciences, business/management pathways, and health-related fields, because Tufts funding is typically tied to the school/program you apply to (and sometimes to need or merit) rather than being limited to one subject.

Examples across fields: engineering and tech (Tufts School of Engineering, including leadership/management pathways via Tufts Gordon Institute), arts/humanities/social sciences (Arts & Sciences), international affairs and “global business” style programs (The Fletcher School), and health fields like public health and medicine (Tufts School of Medicine), plus other professional areas across Tufts’ schools.

Personal example from a Tufts scholarship recipient: In the Tufts stories on Global Scholarships, Dalila Sumani studied at The Fletcher School at Tufts in international development and related fields, and she emphasized how Fletcher let her integrate perspectives across disciplines.

It depends on the scholarship type and the Tufts school/program. For undergraduate need-based aid in Arts & Sciences and Engineering, Tufts states it meets 100% of demonstrated need for every admitted student regardless of citizenship status, which means international students can be considered (though admission and aid are separate decisions).

Many graduate scholarships are administered by individual schools and can be open to multiple nationalities, including non-U.S. citizens, especially merit-based awards.

Often yes, especially for international applicants whose primary language is not English, but waivers/exemptions can apply based on your prior schooling. Tufts Undergraduate Admissions states that applicants whose primary language is not English must submit proof of English proficiency unless they meet an exemption (such as sustained study in an English-instruction environment), and Tufts lists accepted tests like IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, and Duolingo (with some “indicator/home edition” restrictions depending on the test/version).

At the graduate level, requirements vary by school. For example, The Fletcher School publishes minimum acceptable TOEFL/IELTS scores in its admissions FAQ, and Tufts’ Graduate School of Arts & Sciences advises minimum recommended scores for TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo for non-native English speakers.

From a Tufts recipient story perspective, Dalila Sumani shared, “I didn’t take any standardized tests,” highlighting that some applicants focus their strength in other parts of the application (though English testing requirements, when applicable, are separate from GRE/GMAT-style standardized tests).

Tufts generally emphasizes holistic review rather than a single minimum grade threshold, and this is stated explicitly in some graduate admissions guidance. For example, Tufts’ Graduate School of Arts & Sciences says there are no GPA cut-offs or minimums because they use comprehensive application review.

In practice, competitive programs (and competitive scholarships) tend to expect strong academic performance. In the Tufts scholarship-recipient stories, Dalila Sumani reported a prior GPA of 3.5 in political science graduate study before Tufts, and she paired that academics profile with significant professional experience.

Tufts scholarships typically do not use a universal “age limit.” Eligibility is usually defined by program level (undergraduate/graduate), enrollment status, and merit/need criteria.

Because Tufts funding varies by school and scholarship type, “minimum eligibility” usually means: (1) you meet the academic prerequisites for the program, and (2) you submit a strong, complete application for admission and (if required) for aid/scholarship consideration. Many Tufts scholarships are merit- and/or need-informed and are decided by the specific school (Engineering, Arts & Sciences, Fletcher, etc.).

A strong profile often combines solid academics, clear goals, and credible recommendations. In the Tufts scholarship-recipient stories, Dalila Sumani described entering graduate study with “strong academic preparation and extensive professional experience,” and she said her application stood out because it was “authentic” and clearly linked her past work to future goals.

She also stressed practical execution: “I would begin at least 2 months earlier,” noting that strong applications need drafting, feedback, and revision—advice that applies to both Tufts admissions and many scholarship applications.

Undergraduate (typical): an application (Common App/Coalition or Tufts pathway if applicable), secondary school transcripts and school report, counselor/teacher recommendations, essays (including “why”/fit-style writing depending on the application), and English proficiency scores if required. If you are applying for need-based aid, you’ll also submit financial aid documentation as directed by Tufts (timelines and forms vary by citizenship and aid type).

Graduate (typical): an online application, academic transcripts, statement of purpose/personal statement, resume/CV, letters of recommendation, and (where required) English proficiency test scores. Some programs may request writing samples, portfolios, or program-specific materials.

Undergraduate: Tufts Undergraduate Admissions lists a $75 USD application fee, with fee waivers available. Tufts also states that international citizens seeking need-based financial aid can have the admission application fee waived when they request the Tufts-specific fee waiver in the application.

Graduate: fees vary by school, but many Tufts graduate applications list an $85 application fee (and Tufts Graduate School of Arts & Sciences notes the fee is payable through the online application). The Fletcher School also lists an $85 application fee (or fee waiver) in its admissions information for certain programs.

Because fees can differ by program (and fee-waiver rules can differ too), always confirm the exact fee on the page for the specific Tufts school/program you’re applying to.