These are open to both incoming and continuing students. If a student does not receive aid during the first year, several assistantships are available to continuing students based on merit and experience. These include positions in our various research centers and research assistantships. Continuing students may also apply for the School of Public and Environmental Affairs departmental aid for their second or subsequent years of study. External Sources of Merit-Based Aid Funding is available to graduate students from several sources external to the School of Public and Environmental Affairs.
All students are strongly encouraged to apply for all applicable awards.
The United States Department of Education awards FLAS fellowships to students who intend to make their careers in college or university training, government service, or other employment where knowledge of foreign cultures is a prerequisite for success. U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible for FLAS Fellowships. All U.S. citizens and eligible noncitizens who are applying to the School of Public and Environmental Affairs should apply for need-based aid. In addition, need-based aid may be necessary to supplement the School of Public and Environmental Affairs departmental assistance. Criteria can change each year, so you may be eligible now even if you were not eligible in the past.