10 Universities with No SAT Requirement & Full Funding for International Students (Part 3)

More test-optional U.S. universities that meet 100% of demonstrated financial need for international students. Many of these schools have higher acceptance rates than those in Parts 1 and 2 — making them strong realistic options.

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1. Bates College#

Bates has been test-optional since 1984 — over 40 years of experience evaluating students without standardized tests. One of the first coeducational colleges in America, Bates has a long history of inclusivity and breaking barriers.

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2. Colby College#

Colby recently invested over $1 billion in new facilities and programs. Their DavisConnects program guarantees every student a funded internship or research experience — a huge advantage for international students who might otherwise struggle to find and fund internships.

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3. Trinity College#

Trinity's ~33% acceptance rate makes it one of the more accessible schools on this list. Located in Hartford — Connecticut's capital — Trinity offers urban internship opportunities combined with a traditional New England campus. Their community learning initiative connects students with the surrounding city.

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4. Kenyon College#

Kenyon is one of the oldest colleges in Ohio and home to one of the best creative writing programs in America. Notable alumni include several Pulitzer Prize winners. With a ~30% acceptance rate and full funding, Kenyon offers strong odds for international applicants.

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5. Oberlin College#

Oberlin was the first college in America to regularly admit Black students (1835) and women (1837). That progressive DNA still defines the campus today. Oberlin's Conservatory of Music is one of the best in the world — the only top conservatory attached to a liberal arts college.

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6. Macalester College#

About 15% of Macalester's student body is international — one of the highest percentages of any liberal arts college. Located in the Twin Cities metro area, you have access to a major job market. Macalester actively recruits and supports students from around the world.

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7. Franklin & Marshall College#

About 20% of F&M's student body is international — one of the highest in America. This isn't a school that admits a few international students as tokens; they actively build a global community. Lancaster is charming and affordable, with Philadelphia 90 minutes away.

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8. College of the Holy Cross#

Holy Cross is a Jesuit liberal arts college (you don't need to be Catholic) with a strong emphasis on service and educating the whole person. The ~32% acceptance rate and Jesuit alumni network make this a strong realistic option with excellent career connections.

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9. Lafayette College#

Lafayette is one of the few liberal arts colleges that offers engineering degrees alongside traditional liberal arts. Located in Easton, Pennsylvania — between New York City and Philadelphia — it provides access to two major job markets. Strong programs in engineering, economics, and government.

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10. Skidmore College#

Skidmore's motto is "Creative Thought Matters." They value creativity across all disciplines — not just the arts. Saratoga Springs is a beautiful small city known for its arts scene. With a ~29% acceptance rate and full funding, Skidmore is an accessible and unique option.

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What's Next?#

• Part 4 — Connecticut College, Reed, Whitman, Colorado College, and more
• Part 5 — WashU, Vanderbilt, Wesleyan, Rochester

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