Boise State International Scholarships 2027: $5,000-$17,000 Undergraduate Awards

Quick Overview

Feature	Details
Full name	Boise State merit scholarships for international undergraduate applicants
Funded by	Boise State University
Host country	United States
Level	First-year and transfer undergraduate degree applicants
Coverage	Partial tuition scholarships worth $5,000-$17,000 per year
Spring 2027 deadline	October 1, 2026
Fall 2027 deadline	December 15, 2026
Application type	Automatic consideration through admission application
Official URL	https://www.boisestate.edu/global-international/cost-and-scholarships/undergraduate-scholarships/

Boise State University lists international undergraduate merit scholarships for students applying to eligible degree programs. The awards combine Non-Resident Scholarships and Global Scholarships, with total annual scholarship values ranging from $5,000 to $17,000 depending on GPA and award availability.

This is not a fully funded scholarship. It is useful for applicants comparing US undergraduate options alongside awards such as the QuestBridge National College Match, Gabelli Presidential Scholars Program, and other US scholarship deadlines.

What Does It Cover?

Benefit	Details
Ridgeline Scholarship	$5,000 per year for eligible applicants
Summit Scholarship	$10,000 per year for eligible applicants
Global Scholarship	$5,000-$7,000 per year for eligible international applicants
Maximum combined annual amount	Up to $17,000 per year
Renewal	First-year scholarships may be renewable up to four years; transfer scholarships may be renewable up to two years, subject to policy
Full funding?	No. Boise State states no fully funded undergraduate scholarships are offered at this time

GPA-Based Award Table

Cumulative GPA	Non-Resident Scholarship	Global Scholarship	Total Annual Scholarship
3.100-3.299	$5,000	—	$5,000
3.300-3.499	$10,000	—	$10,000
3.500-3.749	$10,000	$5,000	$15,000
3.750-3.999	$10,000	$6,000	$16,000
4.000+	$10,000	$7,000	$17,000

Eligibility

✅ You Must:

• Apply as an international undergraduate applicant to Boise State University.

• Submit all required admission materials by the scholarship deadline.

• Have an unweighted cumulative GPA of at least 3.100, as calculated by International Admissions or a NACES-member evaluation service.

• Be a first-time Boise State undergraduate degree-seeking student.

• Be classified as an Idaho non-resident for tuition purposes.

• Attend a regionally accredited school in the US or an accredited school outside the US.

• Apply to an eligible major.

❌ Not Eligible If:

• You are applying to an ineligible major listed by Boise State, including Construction Management, Nursing, Pre-Nursing, Radiological Science, Pre-Radiological Science, self-supported programs, or fully online programs.

• You are an exchange student, second-degree applicant, non-degree student, or Pathway Program student.

• You qualify for Idaho resident tuition.

• Your completed admission materials arrive after the deadline.

• You expect a fully funded undergraduate award; Boise State says fully funded undergraduate scholarships are not offered at this time.

How to Apply: Step by Step

Step 1: Choose an eligible undergraduate program

Confirm that your intended major is eligible for scholarship consideration. Boise State specifically excludes some programs, so check the official scholarship page before building your college list around the award.

Step 2: Prepare your admission materials early

The scholarship consideration depends on a complete admission file. Boise State lists the application for admission, application fee, English proficiency scores, transcripts, passport photocopy, and any additional materials requested by International Admissions.

Step 3: Submit before the correct deadline

For Spring 2027, complete materials must be received by October 1, 2026. For Fall 2027, complete materials must be received by December 15, 2026.

Step 4: Watch your admission letter

Boise State says scholarship offers are communicated in the admission letter, with additional information from the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office sent to the Boise State student email.

Step 5: Review renewal conditions

If awarded, read the renewal rules carefully. Scholarship renewal can depend on continued enrollment, satisfactory academic progress, and other university policy requirements.

Comparison With Similar US Awards

Scholarship	Best for	Value	Deadline
Boise State International Scholarships	International undergraduates seeking automatic merit aid	$5,000-$17,000/yr	Oct 1 / Dec 15, 2026
QuestBridge National College Match	High-achieving low-income US-based applicants	Full ride	Sep 30, 2026
Gabelli Presidential Scholars	Boston College first-year applicants	Full tuition	Nov 1, 2026
UT Austin ISSS Scholarships	Current UT Austin international students	$2,000-$5,000 named awards	Oct 1-Nov 1, 2026

Insider Tips

1. Treat the scholarship deadline as a complete-file deadline

Do not only submit the application form by the date. Boise State states that all required application materials must be received by the deadline.

2. Aim for the GPA bands that unlock Global Scholarship consideration

The largest published combinations appear from the 3.500 GPA band upward, where Global Scholarships can be added to Non-Resident Scholarships.

3. Confirm your major is eligible before applying

Several practical and high-demand majors are excluded. If your intended program is listed as ineligible, do not assume the scholarship will apply.

4. Apply early because Global Scholarships are subject to availability

Boise State says Global Scholarships are subject to availability and that priority may be based on the order completed files were received if funding is low.

5. Compare net cost, not headline scholarship amount

A $17,000 yearly award can be significant, but it does not automatically make the degree fully funded. Build a budget for tuition balance, housing, meals, insurance, books, travel, and visa costs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Boise State international scholarship fully funded?

No. Boise State states that no fully funded undergraduate scholarships are offered at this time. The listed merit awards are partial scholarships.

Do I need a separate scholarship application?

For the listed merit scholarships, international undergraduate applicants are automatically considered through the admission process if they meet requirements and deadlines.

What is the Spring 2027 deadline?

The Spring 2027 scholarship deadline is October 1, 2026 for complete required application materials.

What is the maximum award?

The published maximum total annual scholarship is $17,000 per year, combining eligible Non-Resident and Global Scholarship amounts.

Are transfer students eligible?

Yes. Boise State lists first-year and transfer scholarship categories, with transfer scholarships renewable for up to two years according to the official page.

Timeline Table

Date	Action
Now-August 2026	Confirm program eligibility and calculate GPA equivalency
September 2026	Complete transcripts, English test score reporting, passport copy, and application fee
October 1, 2026	Spring 2027 completed-materials deadline
October-November 2026	Watch admission and scholarship notification
December 15, 2026	Fall 2027 completed-materials deadline
2027 entry	Review renewal conditions before enrollment

Your Action Plan

1. Open the official Boise State scholarship page and verify the latest scholarship table.

2. Check whether your intended major is eligible.

3. Calculate whether your GPA meets at least the 3.100 threshold.

4. Prepare transcripts, English proficiency score, passport copy, and any requested documents.

5. Submit all admission materials before October 1, 2026 for Spring 2027 or December 15, 2026 for Fall 2027.

6. Compare your estimated remaining cost with other US awards in the ScholarshipPath directory.

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