College Board 90% Fee Waiver Program 2025-26 | India Scholars SAT Scholarship
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College Board 90% Fee Waiver Program 2025-26 (India Scholars)
College Board India offers up to 90% discount on SAT registration fee for eligible students from lower-income families. Top performers (score 1300+) can also qualify for 100% university tuition scholarships.
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Program Overview
The College Board India Scholars Program is designed to make the SAT accessible to talented Indian students from lower-income backgrounds. It provides discounted SAT registration vouchers and full tuition scholarships at member universities of the India Global Higher Education Alliance.
Students in Class 11 or 12 can apply for fee reductions based on family income, and high scorers can subsequently apply for full tuition waivers for their undergraduate degree.
Fee Waiver & Scholarship Benefits
| Benefit Type | Details |
|---|---|
| 90% SAT Fee Waiver | Students with annual family income < ₹8 Lakh pay only 10% of SAT fee. |
| 50% SAT Fee Waiver | Students with annual family income ₹8 Lakh – ₹15 Lakh pay 50% of SAT fee. |
| 100% Tuition Scholarship | Top performers (SAT score ≥1300 or ≥1350) with financial need can get full tuition waiver at partner universities. |
| College Application Fee Waiver | Some participating universities may also waive application fees for scholars. |
Eligibility Criteria (2025-26)
For 90% SAT Fee Reduction
- Residency: Must be a resident of India.
- Grade: Student must be in Class 11 or Class 12.
- Income: Annual family income must be less than ₹8,00,000.
For 50% SAT Fee Reduction
- Income: Annual family income between ₹8,00,000 and ₹15,00,000.
For Full Tuition Scholarship (India Scholars)
- Must have availed the fee reduction voucher or demonstrate financial need.
- Must achieve a high SAT score (typically 1300+ or 1350+) in the designated academic year.
- Must apply to and get admission in a participating India Global Alliance university.
How to Apply for Fee Waiver & Scholarship
- Visit the Buddy4Study College Board page or official India Scholars Program link.
- Click on “Apply Now” and register/login.
- Fill out the application form with personal, academic and family income details.
- Upload required proofs:
- Student ID / School Bonafide Certificate.
- Family Income Proof (Salary Slip, ITR, Income Certificate, etc.).
- Photo ID (Aadhaar/Passport).
- Submit the application for verification.
- Upon approval (usually within weeks), a unique discount voucher code is sent via email/dashboard.
- Use this code while registering for the SAT on the official College Board website to get the 90% or 50% fee reduction immediately.
Participating Indian Universities (Alliance Members)
Top private universities in India accept SAT scores and offer scholarships under this program. Some key members include:
- Ashoka University
- Krea University
- Shiv Nadar University
- Ahmedabad University
- Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
- SRM Institute of Science and Technology
- Flame University
- Azim Premji University
- Bennett University
- BML Munjal University
- And many more (30+ members in total).
College Board Fee Waiver – Quick FAQs
1. Is the fee waiver applicable for multiple SAT attempts?
Usually, the voucher is for a single registration; check the specific terms on the Buddy4Study dashboard. US-based waivers cover two attempts, but the India program rules may differ slightly by year.
2. Can I use the waiver for SAT Subject Tests?
No, SAT Subject Tests have been discontinued internationally; the waiver applies only to the main SAT (Digital SAT).
3. What if my income is slightly above ₹8 Lakh?
If your income is between ₹8 Lakh and ₹15 Lakh, you can apply for the 50% fee discount voucher instead of 90%.
4. Do I get the scholarship money directly?
No, the full tuition scholarship is a fee waiver provided directly by the university where you enroll; College Board co-funds this with the university.
