The NYUSPS Grant is available to graduate students who have a valid Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on file. This grant is based upon need and enrollment each semester as follows:

• 9+ credits = $2,500
• 6 credits = $1,000

These amounts are effective Fall 2020. You must complete the FAFSA annually to be qualified for the NYUSPS Grant, and you must enroll in a minimum of 6 credits per semester.  The NYUSPS Grant is not awarded during summer semesters.

The Dean’s Scholars Program recognizes outstanding graduate students with a scholarship of $10,000 for the academic year. All NYUSPS graduate students are encouraged to apply (domestic and international). Applicants must have completed at least 9 credits at NYUSPS prior to applying, must be enrolled at least part-time (6 credits), and must have a minimum GPA of 3.7. Dean’s Scholars agree to service commitments and responsibilities, such as serving as an NYUSPS ambassador, attending meetings with the dean, participating in student organizations, and completing community service. Applications for the upcoming year are available in early spring. For more information, please email sps.deansscholars@nyu.edu.

Some NYUSPS graduate programs offer departmental scholarships based upon financial need and/or academic merit. The majority of departmental awards are open to continuing students after a set number of credits are completed and academic merit in the program is established. Requirements and award amounts vary. Detailed information can be found on the Graduate Scholarships page or by contacting your academic department.

We always encourage our students to explore external scholarship opportunities. Scholarship search engines to consider include:

• College Board
• CollegeNet
• Fastweb
• NY Scholarships and Grants
• Optimal
• Sallie Mae
• Unigo
• Scholarships.com

The NYU Peace Corps Coverdell Fellowship, for returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs), consists of a 50 percent tuition scholarship and participation in leadership development programming overseen by the NYU Leadership Initiative. The Coverdell Fellowship award at NYUSPS also includes a book stipend. All NYU Coverdell Fellows must complete an internship at an organization assisting an underserved community in the greater New York City metropolitan area. RPCVs also receive a waived admissions application fee. Participating programs include: MS in Global Affairs, MS in Real Estate, MS in Professional Writing, MS in Hospitality Industry Studies and the MS in Tourism Management.

New York University (NYU) has a long-standing commitment to public service in local and global communities. We recognize and applaud the contributions of AmeriCorps volunteers. The NYU School of Professional Studies will waive the admissions application fee for AmeriCorps alumni and is proud to offer a 100% match to the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award for up to five AmeriCorps alumni each year.

The Mayor's Graduate Scholarship Program (MGSP) is an opportunity for full-time New York City local government employees (employed by a City agency) to pursue graduate education. NYUSPS provides Scholarship awards from $1,000-$3,500 each semester to awardees for the duration of their graduate program. Interested applicants should contact their Human Resources department for additional information.

Federal student loan programs offer low-interest student loan options for US citizens and permanent residents. Federal loan options for graduate students include:

• Direct Unsubsidized Loans
• Graduate PLUS Loans

You must first file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) using NYUs school code (002785). More information about these loan programs including interest rates and repayment plans can be found here.

A variety of additional, private (non-federal) alternative loans also are available from lending institutions. Please think carefully about your obligations as a borrower prior to pursuing any educational loan. Consider your educational investment at NYU, as well as your long-term financial commitments when borrowing.

If your employer provides tuition assistance or reimbursement, we are happy to accommodate such plans. Students who receive employer tuition reimbursement must complete and submit paperwork and documentation prior to the start of each term.