However, students must have a work schedule flexible enough to accommodate classes and the time needed to report stories. Some classes will be available at night. The Graduate School of Arts and Science makes available several loan programs for students. The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication awards graduate assistantships and fellowships to approximately 15 students each year. Awards are made solely on the basis of merit.
International students are eligible to compete for graduate assistantships and fellowships.
The Department of Journalism encourages international applicants to consider outside funding from their governments or from foundations. Many international students enter the M.A. program with Fulbright or Freedom Forum fellowships. NYU also maintains listings of off-campus housing opportunities. Listings are available at the Off-Campus Housing Office at 4 Washington Square Village. Listings cannot be mailed.