Minimum requirements for scholarships to study in USA is GPA 2.0. However, some universities may require a minimum score of GPA 3.75 or higher for competitive academic scholarships. Generally speaking, a 3.0 GPA or higher will give you a decent shot at qualifying for a variety of scholarships.

Although a good academic score is mandatory while applying for a scholarship in USA, test scores like GRE, SAT or GMAT also increase your chances of getting a scholarship. Yet, only 13% of total students with such profiles are able to bag a scholarship. Students can also apply for need-based scholarships.
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To apply for scholarships in USA, international students can use the following ways:

• Students can apply for scholarships at the official website of the institutions providing the aid
• They also assists in finding and funding student housing in USA.
• Students need to register first at the common application portal to be able to apply for scholarships.
• Application for loans requires a cosigner who can sign on the legal documents.
• One can apply for a loan at any US bank after submitting the required documents.
• Most of the loans and scholarships are offered to the students with good tests scores.

To get a scholarship to study in USA, an applicant must submit the following documents:

• A completed scholarship application form
• Copy of passport/ID
• Copies of transcripts/Diploma
• IELTS/ TOEFL score
• Statement of purpose/Letter of motivation
• LOR for USA
• CV (Curriculum Vitae)
• SAT/ACT/ GRE/ GPA and other test scores
• Parents' financial information, including tax returns

The scholarships available to Indian students in USA include scholarships, fellowships, and loans. Scholarships to study in USA can be broadly categorized into four categories. These are as follows:

1. Government-funded scholarship
2. Program-specific scholarship
3. Subject-specific scholarships
4. Organization provided