GSPP Departmental Fellowships for MPP Students
GSPP Departmental fellowships are awarded on a merit basis. Fellowship packages can include any combination of fees, in-state or out-of-state tuition, and stipends for one or two years. The number of awards offered varies from year to year depending on available funding. Applicants who receive an offer of admission will be notified if they received a departmental fellowship in their decision letter.
Graduate Opportunity Program (GOP) Master's Fellowship Award
These awards provide financial assistance for entering students whose backgrounds, interests, or goals serve to enhance the level of diversity within the graduate community. GOP awards are based on financial need, academic promise, diversity contribution and are available to US citizens, permanent residents, and AB540 applicants who are entering a terminal master’s or professional degree program. The awards consists of a $10,000 stipend ($5,000 per semester) and in-state fees for one academic year.
The Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) Program
Eligible students who successfully complete a PPIA Junior Year Summer Institute are encouraged to apply to GSPP for their graduate studies. Fellowships include a minimum of $10,000 toward graduate school tuition. Funding awards can vary each year. There is no separate application, however, students should be sure to indicate their PPIA fellow status and upload a copy of their program evaluations to the online graduate application.
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) Fellowship
GSPP is committed to supporting CBCF’s mission to develop future leaders in public service by offering scholarships to alumni of the CBCF Leadership Institute of Public Service. GSPP will offer a $5,000 scholarship to CBCF fellows, interns, and alumni who are admitted to the Master of Public Policy Program. These fellowships are awarded based on merit and commitment to public service.