International Initiatives

International Student Scholarship

This scholarship is specifically for senior international students living in Missouri who plan to continue their studies at an American college or university. This one-time scholarship is valued at $1,000 and can be used at any MOACAC member college or university.

Details for the 2025 scholarship will be released in December 2024 on My Scholarship Central.

Questions about nominations or the scholarship should be directed to International Initiatives Committee Chair, Eric Steere.

Email: [email protected]

MOACAC Resources for International Initiatives, Students, and Study

To help facilitate the ever-changing programs, policies, and procedures for international study, both in the United States and abroad, MOACAC has developed this resource center,

Disclaimer: As policies and practices in international education are always developing, MOACAC acknowledges that the information below may change at any given time.

International Students Studying in the United States

If you are an international student interested in studying in the US, or if you are working with international students, you may find the links below helpful:

EducationUSA - a government supported network of college advising centers worldwide, operating in 175 countries and territories.
Check out local & virtual college fairs (i.e.NACAC fairs, EducationUSA Fairs, etc.): College fairs are a great opportunity to learn about admission requirements and familiarize yourself with colleges and universities interested in recruiting international students.

For Counselors and Admissions Officers

International ACAC - International college counseling affiliate which facilitates global interaction among counselors and institutions. Provides guidance, resources, advocacy, and educational programming for counselors. .
Supporting International Students at U.S. High Schools- FAQ compiled by NACAC
Preparation for Studying in the U.S. (requires NAFSA membership to access articles)
U.S. Immigration Systems (requires NAFSA membership to access some articles)
K-12 Study in the U.S. Information - Basic overview of K-12 education in the US
Financial Aid for International, Noncitizens - a document of financial aid and scholarships available to international students, compiled and generously shared by Jennie Kent and Jeff Levy.
International Noncitizen Student Acceptance Rates- a document of institutional acceptance rates for international (noncitizen) students, compiled and shared by Jennie Kent and Jeff Levy
Resources for Undocumented Students (HigherEd Immigration Portal)
Second Chance - Scholarship platform supporting high-achieving, low income (HALI) students who did not receive financially viable offers during the US admissions process.

Local Resources

Start Here (STL) - Resources, agencies, and shelter information
St. Louis Mosaic Project - Organization which supports immigrants to the St. Louis region
International Institute (STL) - Immigrant services

American Students Studying Abroad

NACAC Guide to International University Admission

Passport Services