see brother , all these voices speaking one language, spitting out one sentiment? we all are on the same boat bro.. just relax and work hard.. take your chances.. look for opportunities.. study hard and get scholorships.. don't hesitate to beg for scholorships..most scholorships are begged than earned... remember that. .tahts the secret.. you have to beg and beg and beg for scholorships.. go talk to your dean, IP advisor, your faculty , your advisor.. and beg, hardcore begging bro.. go like everyday infront of their door and cry and whatnot...seriously, i've seen so many indians and Nepalis getting scholorships like this and later they say they earned it with their good grades.. all b.s .. the secret is begging... so beg... sounds so cheap , but it's the reality.. it will help you a lot... but you need to have good gpa too.. people can help those who can help themselves, remember dat... and don't hesitate to work off campus.. find your ways.. apply for off campus work authorization..that helps a lot and it's easliy applied.. and most of the time comes in mail as quick as 6 week( for my cousin here in colorado).. so do something.. make changes...