Money for graduate study comes in a variety of forms. The following is a list of types of awards and application procedures. Keep in mind that deadlines for financial aid applications are frequently earlier than regular admission deadlines, so be sure to research your options well in advance.

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Graduate Fellowships
Be sure to ask each program to which you apply for information on financial aid. Ask if other offices might have information (the Financial Aid Office,  the Fellowships Office, or the Human Resources Office on campus). Also check the Fellowships Office at Davidson College.  Opportunities are available, but you must find them.

Graduate Assistantships
Assistantships are provided by the university in return for service or work, typically on a half-time basis (20 hours per week).
- Basis of award:  Financial need, academic merit, or appropriate  
  experience
- Amount of award:  May provide a full or partial tuition waiver, a
  monthly stipend, or both

Types of Assistantships:
- Teaching Assistants - Teach undergraduate courses on a
  part-time basis. A TA is valuable experience for those planning
  a career in college teaching.
- Research Assistants Positions- Carry out research
  assignments under the supervision of faculty members.
  Sometimes, a research assistantship can be used to meet
  requirements in a degree program.
- Residence Life, Counseling, and Student Affairs
  Assistants - Do a combination of administrative work and
  counseling or advising.  Residence Life Assistantships often
  require that you live in an undergraduate dorm. They usually
  offer room and board, in addition to a tuition waiver and
  possibly a stipend.  These assistantships are frequently a part
  of programs in psychology, counseling, student personnel,
  or social work.

Additional Financial Aid Sources
- Administrative Internships - These are provided in return
  for administrative services, and are great experience for those 
  planning a career in education administration. 
  - Basis of award:  Financial need, academic merit, or appropriate
    experience.
  - Amount of award:  Some provide a full or partial tuition waiver,
    a monthly stipend, or both.
- Loans - Loans are available through banks, government
  agencies, and special loan funds at the university
- Military- Funding is available in exchange for future military
  service.
- Employers- Some employers have reimbursement programs
  for employees who continue their education in a field related to
  their employment.
- Work- It is difficult to work full-time and study full-time; it
   may be wise to consider doing one or both on a part-time basis.

Applying for Awards
Getting money for graduate school is often an easier proposition than you might think. The money is out there; the challenge is finding where. One of the most useful sources for beginning your search is Career Services. Our library has an excellent collection of printed guides to fellowships, scholarships, and other types of financial aid.