<p>Hello,</p>
<p>I am a counselor who reviews international applications for Brandeis. Wien scholarships are very competitive because you are competing with a pool of students from around the world who need financial aid. They are awarded on a combination of academic merit, financial need, personal qualities, and typically other factors, such as leadership and service. You can read more info here: [Scholarships</a> and Fellowships | Financial Info | Undergraduate Admissions | Brandeis University](<a href=“Scholarships and Fellowships | Affordability | Undergraduate Admissions | Brandeis University”>Scholarships and Fellowships | Affordability | Undergraduate Admissions | Brandeis University). There is no separate essay or application to be considered for the Wien scholarship; international students are automatically considered for it when they submit an application to Brandeis and also apply for financial aid.</p>
<p>Hope that helps.</p>
<p>Alison</p>