Funding your education
The price tag for a graduate degree can be intimidating, but there are many ways to defray the costs through funding opportunities.
The majority of our students receive financial assistance directly from Penn GSE. Whether you are a master’s student or a doctoral student, Penn GSE provides a range of options to help offset tuition costs.
We are committed to making your graduate education affordable, and we offer generous scholarships, fellowships, and assistantships to many of our students.
2025 Financial Aid Stats
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$21M ANNUAL FINANCIAL AID BUDGET
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54% ADMITTED STUDENTS OFFERED A SCHOLARSHIP
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$20K AVERAGE MASTER’S STUDENT AWARD
Explore Funding Opportunities
Degree-Level Funding
Discover the funding opportunities available for master's and doctoral students at Penn GSE. From merit awards and need-based assistance to program-specific scholarships and more.
Student Loans
Explore government-sponsored programs available for your graduate education through federal aid and private education loans, which are credit-based loans offered by banks, credit unions, state agencies, and private education loan providers.
Veterans and Military-Affiliated Students
Penn GSE proudly supports active-duty service members, including those attending service academies, by accepting military tuition benefits for graduate studies. We offer a wide range of flexible degree programs specifically designed for working professionals and distance learners, making it easier to balance education with service commitments. Learn more on Penn's Financial Aid website.
Yellow Ribbon ProgramPenn GSE participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, established under the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008, providing unlimited $15,000 matching awards to eligible students. Visit Penn's Financial Aid website to learn more. |
External Scholarships
Many students find funding from organizations dedicated to helping students become leaders in education, both locally and around the world.
We encourage students to explore the many external funding opportunities available to assist them in financing their graduate education. Many of our students have found success by searching for external scholarship through FastWeb, ProFellow, and ScholarshipOwl. You can also explore options below to learn more about external scholarships, fellowships, and private loans.
Scholarships Open to All Students
Harry S. Truman Scholars Program
Horatio Alger Scholarship Program
Thurgood Marshall College Fund
Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships
Rotary Grants
Scholarships for International Students
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme
Becas Don Carlos Antonio Lopez Scholarship Program
Inlaks Scholarship
Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships
Scholarships for Future Teachers
James Madison Graduate Fellowship
Knowles Teaching Fellowship
Pennsylvania Student Teacher Support Program
Contact Us
Do you have questions about the application, financial aid, or requirements? We're happy to help!
Office of Admissions and Financial Aid
University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education