<p>I know international citizens are at a disadvantage if they apply for financial aid, and are in a better position if they do not need financial aid, but what about US citizens who live in an international country?</p>
<p>For example, PSAT NMSQT cutoffs are much higher for those in an international location, so would it be more challenging when it comes to college admissions as well?</p>
<p>(ALSO:
If choosing an unpopular major may have its fringe benefits, would opting for a more popular major
e.g. English/economics/history have a DISADVANTAGE?)</p>
<p>PSAT NMSQT cut off only matters if you are in the range to be a contender for National Merit Commended, National Merit Finalist, National Achievement, or National Hispanic Scholar status. For all other things the exam is essentially meaningless. Don’t worry about this one. Concentrate on preparing for the ACT and/or SAT exams if the colleges you will apply to require standardized tests.</p>
<p>The good news is that as a citizen, you can file the FAFSA and apply for federally guaranteed financial aid if you need aid. True international students aren’t eligible for this kind of aid. As far as financial aid goes, you are a domestic student.</p>
<p>Depending on where you (and/or your parents) last lived in the US, and/or where your family owns property you may qualify for in-state tuition and fees. Each state makes its own policy about this, so you have to investigate. You also have the option of moving back to the US, getting a job, and establishing residency in the state where you would like to study. Normally you would need a year of living and working there to qualify for in-state tuition, however in Maryland you would be eligible for in-state tuition and fees at community colleges after only three months. </p>