Do scholarships really change which universities students choose abroad?

Hey everyone, I’ve been looking into studying abroad, and I keep seeing universities offering merit scholarships for international students. Just wondering—do these scholarships actually make a big difference in deciding where to go? Would love to hear from people who’ve already been through this.

Absolutely, they make a huge difference! I initially had my eye on a few US colleges, but once I saw the kind of merit aid some schools were offering, I completely shifted my list. Some lesser-known unis offer amazing scholarships if your grades and profile match up. Saved me a ton.

Same here. I got a partial scholarship from one uni and a full tuition one from another, both decent in ranking. Honestly, that made the decision for me. It’s not just about rankings—long-term, being less stressed about money matters a lot more than you’d think.