• Unfortunately, I never got any scholarship during the course. Most of the scholarships that are available in my university are merit-based, and my lower GPAs might have made a difference to remain behind while considering the beneficiary.
• On the other hand, except university scholarships, there had been some independent scholarship provisions which students could apply individually. Most of these required the essay of some sort on specific topics. For instance, one that I came across asked the applicant to write about any woman in a STEM majoring that inspires them most. There were a good number of these, but I didn't look through them in detail since I was more occupied with getting ready for class work and adjusting to the program.
• Some of my classmates received scholarships through the university. Especially, some of them had been given a 35% waiver of tuition because their profiles were quite impressive, such as a high GPA and extensive experiences in the past. Some of my peers had full-time work experience, unlike me, who just finished their undergraduate studies with professional experiences limited to internships, which could have helped strengthen their scholarship applications. The university seemed to value a combination of academic excellence and practical work experience when awarding these scholarships.
• Regarding the overall number of students who receive scholarships annually, I am not fully aware of the exact figures. However, from what I observed, most scholarships provided by the university were merit-based and aimed at high-achieving students with a strong academic record and good professional achievements. These were quite competitive scholarships, and the amount awarded varied from scholarship to scholarship, but it seemed that a common figure for those who qualified was a 35% reduction in tuition.
• In all, even though I never got the scholarship, the existence of merit-based scholarships and sources for external funding means options were available toward financial aid, provided one meets the eligibility criteria. It is always advisable to try all available opportunities, especially those outside the university.
   

Huge on-campus opportunities, vibrant and diverse culture, smaller Indian crowd than other colleges, great for Industrial Engg

Lehigh University does not offer scholarships for MS in Industrial Engg

I opted for this college because it is a small school that offered the major I wanted in a really nice location. Not in the city but with enough to do in the area. I am a runner, so it's nice to have trails nearby.

Financial aid is available for need-based and merit-based. I received some of both, as many undergrads do. Lehigh is generous with financial aid because they want everyone to be able to afford to come, but there are many wealthy students who can afford the bill.

I knew I wanted to major in mathematics and probably go toward the actuarial science track, so I wanted to go to a school that had a great business school and math classes. Lehigh is also known for its engineering program, so I assumed the math program would be great as well.

Yes; you complete your FAFSA and other college board application (~$25 a year). If your parents own a business, they also have to do a supplement for every business they own. Lehigh also has a financial aid application that needs to be filled out as well.