<p>do you count as international or citizen</p>
<p>Neither, </p>
<p>But, permanent resident (aka people with Green Card) are grouped with citizens and thus do not compete with the ultra competative international pool.</p>
<p>ok thanks for fast reply</p>
<p>Also, some kinds of federal financial aid is available for permanent residents. You will have to do the research on the current rules at [FAFSA</a> - Free Application for Federal Student Aid](<a href=“http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/]FAFSA”>http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/)</p>
<p>Not to mention that a permanent resident can get a job off campus to help pay for expenses. International students with an F1 visa are more restricted.</p>