Scholar Support - Need-Based Fellowships
Questions about your eligibility or the application process? Email Jen or Finley.
The Provide Fellowship
Financial support for students with dependents.
ELIGIBILITY
Total Household Income (THI) of less than $140,000, and;
At least one dependent
AWARD BASIS
Award allocations are determined by the number of dependents, the student’s THI and the level of need across the Doctoral student population.
AWARD DISBURSEMENT
Awards will be distributed in two payments via check or Zelle transfer. The first payment will be made on or before October 30th and the second payment will be made on or before February 15th. Students expecting payment are required to submit an affidavit stating that there have been no material changes to their financial position before the second disbursement.
APPLICATION PROCESS AND TIMELINE
Applications will be accepted once at the beginning of each academic year. Students must submit a new application at the start of each academic year.
The Care Fellowship
Financial support for significant and/or unexpected medical expenses.
ELIGIBILITY
Total Household Income (THI) of less than $140,000, and;
Medical expenses incurred by student or dependents while enrolled in program
AWARD BASIS
Award allocations are determined by the amount of the medical expenses, the student’s THI and availability of funds.
AWARD DISBURSEMENT
Awards will be distributed in one lump sum via check or Zelle transfer.
APPLICATION PROCESS AND TIMELINE
The applications will be available year-round and students can apply as needed. Applications will be reviewed and decisions communicated within a month of submitting the application.
The Lift Fellowship
Financial support for students from lower-income backgrounds who carry significant financial burdens or obligations to family.
ELIGIBILITY
An incoming student who:
Comes from a lower-income background, and;
Provides financial support to family (not including dependents), or;
Carries other significant financial burden
AWARD BASIS
Award allocations are determined by the student’s financial background, financial obligations, and the level of need across the incoming class; up to 3 students may be selected.
AWARD DISBURSEMENT
Awards will be distributed in four equal payments via check or Zelle transfer at the start of each of the first four semesters in which the student is actively enrolled.
APPLICATION PROCESS AND TIMELINE
Students are only eligible to apply prior to their first year in the Doctoral Programs. The deadline for 2026 is April 9 and decisions are communicated before April 15.