<p>^ It really depends. As a general rule, though, private schools tend to be more generous with financial aid to internationals than public schools. Some top private schools are need-blind for internationals (meaning that your financial situation isn’t taken into account for admissions) and those schools will meet 100% of need. </p>
<p>However, if you don’t qualify for need-based aid, your best bet, if you want to study in the US, is to try to obtain merit-based scholarships from the school in question. Many top schools offer limited or no merit-based aid, so applying to a less prestigious school might be more advantageous depending on your financial situation.</p>