Yes, many scholarships are available for graduate students, though they can be less common than undergraduate scholarships. While fellowships are a primary source of merit-based funding for graduate study, scholarships are also available or master's and doctoral degrees.
Where to find graduate scholarships
- Your university: Talk to your program chair, academic advisor, or the financial aid office. Many universities offer scholarships and other funding specifically for graduate students.
- Online databases: Use search engines that focus on scholarships, such as Edvisors Scholarship Finder and filter for graduate-level opportunities.
- Professional and field-specific organizations: Check with associations related to your major or intended career. For example, the American Political Science Association (APSA) and the American Association of University Women (AAUW) offer scholarships and fellowships for graduate students.
- Government agencies: Some federal agencies, like the Department of Defense (SMART Scholarship Program) and the Department of State (Fulbright Grants), provide funding for graduate students in certain fields or for study abroad.
