Hi there,
Following up in Mili's place; I'm not sure where you are at in the process but generally you'll want to contact the admissions office at specific schools you are interested in to find out more information about merit and need based financial assistance. If they have specific need-based programs they will provide details of exactly what information they require or what might qualify someone for that program. Generally yes based on your finances and assets, or it's possible a few could have opportunities to write essays as well. Good luck to you!
Following up in Mili's place; I'm not sure where you are at in the process but generally you'll want to contact the admissions office at specific schools you are interested in to find out more information about merit and need based financial assistance. If they have specific need-based programs they will provide details of exactly what information they require or what might qualify someone for that program. Generally yes based on your finances and assets, or it's possible a few could have opportunities to write essays as well. Good luck to you!