Disability Resource Center (DRC) – Disability Related Scholarships

Several scholarships are coordinated through the Disability Resource Center.

Interdisciplinary Center for the Study of Global Change Fellowships

The Interdisciplinary Center for the Study of Global Change (ICGC) offers ICGC Fellowships for new graduate/professional students. To be considered, you must be nominated by your department.

UMN Graduate School Fellowships and Grants

The Graduate School administers a number of University-wide fellowships and grants available for graduate students.

LEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities)

LEND fellows are graduate students, postgraduate students, or community members who display outstanding talent and commitment to improving the quality of life for children with neurodevelopmental disabilities and their families.

SPH Scholars of Excellence Awards

The UMN School of Public Health (SPH) Scholars of Excellence Award covers a student’s full tuition for a MPH degree program. All students admitted into an MPH program are considered for the Scholars of Excellence award based on the information they provide in their admission application.

The Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH) Scholarship List 

The Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health curates a list of scholarships available to public health students and includes very helpful tips on how to receive a scholarship and finance your education.

Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans

The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans program honors the contributions of immigrants and children of immigrants to the United States. Each Fellow receives up to $90,000 in financial support over two years, and they join a lifelong community of New American Fellows.

School-wide Scholarship Awards

Scholarships to the UMN School of Public Health are competitive. All applicants that complete their SOPHAS application by midnight (EST) on the priority deadline of December 1 and that are admitted to the University of Minnesota School of Public Health, will be considered for first-round, school-wide scholarships. Applications must be completed and verified with all required supporting documentation received by December 1. Scholarship offers are continued on a rolling basis after the first round until all funds are allocated.

Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC) Endowed Scholarship

The SMSC Scholarship was established in 2008 through a generous gift from the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community. The SMSC scholarship program is designed to recruit and retain talented American Indian students with demonstrated financial need to the University of Minnesota.

Council of Graduate Students (COGS) Grants

All graduate students who pay the COGS fee are eligible to apply for COGS grants, which provide financial support to help with career development, attending conferences, and research support.

Deborah Swackhamer Scholarship

The Deborah Swackhamer Scholarship provides funding to assist with expenses to attend a conference related to the study of toxic chemicals in the environment and water preservation, and the policies to address these potential risks to toxic chemicals in the environment and water preservation. Students must be enrolled in either the School of Public Health Division of Environmental Health Sciences, Humphrey School of Public Affairs, College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resources, or students who are fellows in the Institute on the Environment. Please contact sphscholarship@umn.edu for additional information.

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International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) Funding Program

Current (not new or incoming) International students (non-immigrant visa holders in F-1 and J-1 student status) may apply to the ISSS Funding Program.

Lowell & Leslie Kruse Scholarship for Community Performance Excellence

The Lowell & Leslie Kruse scholarship provides financial assistance of up to $15,000 to a first-year, full-time graduate student (PHAP or MHA) at the University of Minnesota.

SPH Applied Practice Scholarship

The SPH Applied Practice Scholarship provides financial support to Masters of Public Health (MPH) students in the School of Public Health (SPH) looking for financial support while completing their Applied Practice experience. The AP scholarship opens twice per year, in both the Fall and Spring semesters. The Fall AP Scholarship is for completed AP experiences from the previous summer & current fall term. The Spring AP scholarship is for spring term & upcoming summer experiences. Please email sphscholarship@umn.edu for additional information.

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SPH Current Student Scholarship

The SPH Current Student Scholarship provides financial support to currently enrolled SPH students, with a preference for students approaching the end of their degree program to help them finish their degree.There may be additional preferences and eligibility criteria, based on fund requirements. Please contact Drew Smith, SPH Scholarship Coordinator, with any questions at sphscholarship@umn.edu.

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Steven J. Schochet Interdisciplinary Fellowship in Queer, Trans, and Sexuality Studies

The Steven J. Schochet Interdisciplinary Fellowship provides funding for current PhD students who are pursuing research in the areas of queer, trans, and/or sexuality studies.

UMN Graduate School Fellowships & Grants

The Graduate School administers a number of University-wide fellowships and grants for currently enrolled students. They also coordinate with a number of external fellowship opportunities.

UMN Women’s Center Awards and Scholarships

The UMN Women’s Center manages a number of scholarships for both incoming and current students and funding for attending conferences. Please check the Women’s Center website for details.

HIV/ STI Intervention and Prevention Studies (HIPS) Student Research Awards

This grant is designed to support student-led research on projects focusing on HIV, STIs, sexual health, and/or the GLBTQIA+ community. Graduate students currently enrolled in degree programs in any division across the School of Public Health (Biostatistics, Environmental Health Sciences, Epidemiology & Community Health, and Health Policy & Management) are welcome to apply. The award amount is $3,500; PhD students working on their thesis may request a maximum of $7,500. Priority will be given to projects pursued in completion of a masters project or doctoral thesis. Funds from this award may be combined with those of other awards or programs.

ASPPH Public Health Fellowship Programs

AsPPH Fellows are provided opportunities to develop professional skills and enhance their leadership abilities through direct participation in ASPPH activities that advance education in public health

National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship Program

The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students in NSF-supported science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines who are pursuing research-based Master’s and doctoral degrees.

International/Global Health

Luce Scholars Program

The Luce Scholars Program is a nationally competitive fellowship that offers early-career leaders immersive, professional experiences in Asia.

Boren Fellowships

This Boren Fellowship provides unique funding opportunities for U.S. graduate students interested in national security who wish to study abroad in regions with less commonly taught languages critical to U.S. interests.

Graduate assistantships are an excellent way to fund your education as a graduate student. They can consist of teaching, helping conduct research, or providing administrative support. These opportunities can be very competitive. Many graduate assistantship opportunities are not posted, but many are. You can find additional information about graduate assistantships, including the job postings at the Graduate Assistantship Employment office. Our Career & Professional Development Center also provides advice on finding GA opportunities.