Salutations. Im from FL, and getting into college apps recently. I've been told I'd need to order my transcript for the applications. It appears I have to order a physical copy of the transcript, so I wanted to know how I would send this transcript to the 20 schools on my common app, would I have to physically mail each and wouldn't this be costly, or am I missing something completely? Im a total noob at this so any help would be appreciated Thank you.

U.S. colleges are expensive, and unlike domestic students, international students don’t qualify for federal financial aid. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t options! Here’s what you need to know about funding your education as an international student. 📌 Do U.S. Colleges Offer Financial Aid to International Students? Yes, some do—but not all, and the policies vary. 1️⃣ Need-Blind & Meets Full Need ✅ Your financial situation isn’t considered in admissions. If accepted, the college guarantees to meet 100% of your demonstrated need through grants and scholarships (no loans for intl students). - Extremely rare for international students. - Example schools: Harvard, Yale, Princeton, MIT, Amherst. 2️⃣ Need-Aware & Meets Full Need ⚠️ Your ability to pay affects admissions decisions—having financial need may lower your chances. However, if accepted, your full need is covered through grants, scholarships, or (sometimes) work-study. - Many top private universities fall into this category. - Example schools: Brown, Columbia, Dartmouth, Duke, Stanford. 3️⃣ Need-Aware & Does NOT Guarantee Full Aid ❗ Your financial need impacts admissions, but even if accepted, you may not receive enough aid to afford tuition. - Many private colleges offer partial aid but expect students to cover the rest. - Example schools: Boston University, NYU, USC. 4️⃣ No Need-Based Aid, Merit Scholarships Only ❌ These schools do not offer need-based aid for international students, but some have highly competitive merit scholarships (often requiring outstanding grades, test scores, and achievements). - Most public universities fall into this category, including University of California schools and other state schools. 💡 Key Takeaway: Most U.S. universities expect international students to self-fund at least part of their education. If applying to need-aware schools, your ability to pay may affect your admissions chances—so research each school's policies carefully. 📋 What Forms Do International Students Need to Submit?