u/HearingFeeling2540

I’m a student from India interested in applying to MIT-level opportunities in the future, but my family is financially struggling and international travel costs are a major challenge for us.

I wanted to ask:

- Has anyone here received travel grants or financial support from MIT or similar universities?

- What kind of profile or achievements helped?

- Are there programs that fully support low-income international students for research, competitions, summer programs, or campus visits?

I’m currently trying to build my skills and portfolio seriously, and I want to understand what realistic pathways exist for students who cannot afford international expenses.

Any advice would really help. Thank you.