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Scholarship details in USA for 12th passed Commerce student?

Here are some details regarding scholarships for 12th passed commerce students interested in studying in the USA:

There are several scholarship options available for commerce students wishing to pursue higher education in the USA. To begin with, you should have a good academic record, preferably above 70-80% in 12th standard to be eligible for most scholarships. Extracurricular activities and leadership roles can also strengthen your scholarship profile.

It is a good idea to contact the US universities and colleges you are applying to, as many of them offer scholarships and financial aid for deserving international students. You may be considered for need-based aid as well as merit scholarships based on your application, transcripts and test scores. Private colleges especially provide generous scholarships to attract bright students.

For undergraduate programs, the Fulbright-Nehru Student Exchange Program offers scholarships for studies in the US. You can apply under the Fulbright scholarship and if selected, pursue one year of study at an US college. The Chevening program also provides fully funded scholarships for one year master's programs.

For longer-term degrees, scholarship programs like the US-India Educational Foundation (USIEF) Chevening-CIEF scholarships are good options. USIEF awards scholarships for undergraduate, master's and PhD programs in a wide range of disciplines including business, accounting and finance.

Commercial banks including ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank offer education loans with scholarships or selective reimbursements for US education programs especially for courses in business, management and finance. Some private Indian firms also sponsor their employees for further education under such scholarships schemes.

The scholarships and aid available from US universities as well as scholarships from the US government, non-profit trusts and private organizations can significantly help in funding your US education without a huge financial burden. Be on the lookout for scholarships that match your academic field of interest, level of study, location preferences and more. With hard work and persistence, you can bag scholarships to make your dream of studying in the US affordable.