Awards are based on academic excellence and English language ability. The amount of the award varies by student and department. Applicants for admission will be considered for scholarships as long as they check the appropriate box on the application for admission. Students should contact the graduate coordinator in their academic department for assistantship information. Students should apply for scholarships and assistantships by March 1 of the year they intend to enroll.
Some departments also offer externally funded stipends from corporate or government sources.
RIT rarely awards full financial support for graduate students. Some academic departments may require that students provide proof of financial support before they will review the application. Applicants should be confident of their source of funding for the full length of the academic program before they apply for admission. Room and food estimates based on shared apartment. Choice of apartment may increase actual living costs.