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Financial Assistance at a Glance
The first step in
searching for graduate funding is to decide what type of funding is most
suitable for you. Financial assistance usually consists of one or more of the
following possibilities:
ASSISTANTSHIPS
Graduate assistants perform part-time research assistance or teaching duties
in their fields of study. These merit-based awards are available in many GW departments and provide salaries and/or tuition
awards.
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FELLOWSHIPS
AND SCHOLARSHIPS
GW provides many fellowships and scholarships, which offer stipends and/or
tuition awards based on academic achievement, to fund master's and doctoral
study. Most fellowships and scholarships are offered through the academic departments and some are offered through the
Office of Graduate Student Assistantships and
Fellowships. A number of outside fellowships are also available. Outside
awards are sponsored by foundations, professional and learned societies,
industries, and other organizations. Contact the Office
of Graduate Student Assistantships and Fellowships for information about
outside funding resources.
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RESEARCH
APPOINTMENTS
Faculty members serving as principal investigators on research grants may
hire GW students as research assistants. This paid employment is available in
very specific fields; contact your department to
find out if it offers such opportunities. In some cases, you do not have to
be studying in that specific field to apply.
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RESEARCH
TRAINEESHIPS
Programs in education sometimes sponsor research traineeships. These
merit-based awards provide varying stipends to fund technical training.
Awards are available only in selected fields; contact
your department for more information.
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LOANS AND STUDENT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
A number of federal and private loan funds provide graduate loans based on
either financial need or creditworthiness. All loans must be repaid, but some
loans allow you to defer payment while you are enrolled in school. GW's Office of Student Financial Assistance has complete
information on such sources of aid. Click here for detailed student loan and federal financial aid policies and deadlines for the 2007-2008 academic year.
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COOPERATIVE
EDUCATION
Cooperative education allows you to integrate salaried, study-related work
experiences into your academic program. These competitive positions are
available in selected public agencies and private corporations; they are not
based on financial need. International students may participate in the
program within the private sector; opportunities in the public sector are
limited to U.S. students. Contact the Career Center
and your academic department for more information
on cooperative education opportunities.
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HOUSE MENTORS AND GRADUATE HOUSING PROGRAM ASSISTANTS
The House Mentor (HM) will serve in upper-division halls and will help residents to develop an environment that promotes personal and professional development. The HM will assist residents in their preparation for personal and professional expectations of life after The George Washington University. The HM will guide residents in efforts to prepare for lifestyle and career choice. The HM will know their residents, model appropriate behavior, and assist in the development of educational, co-curricular initiatives. Full-time students in graduate degree programs may apply. Compensation includes a fixed wage for the academic year, a furnished room, voice-mail and call-waiting services. Note that remuneration is considered income and may impact your financial aid package. Candidates are encouraged to contact the Financial Aid Office for additional information prior to accepting the House Mentor position.
The Housing Program Assistant will play a vital role in the coordination and shared management of assignment, marketing, and programming process of graduate student housing. Full-time students in graduate degree programs may apply. Compensation includes and hourly wage, a furnished room, voicemail and call-waiting services. Housing for this position is considered part of the compensation package and is therefore taxable income.
GW Housing Programs
2129 I Street, NW – John Quincy Adams House
The George Washington University
Washington, DC 20052
(202) 994-1234
Housejob@gwu.edu
http://gwired.gwu.edu/gwhousing/employment
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OUTSIDE
OR CAMPUS PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT
Many graduate students obtain employment to help fund their studies. The Career Center posts lists of part-time, summer,
and internship positions for which graduate students may apply. You should
also visit individual academic departments, which may post part-time job
openings and internship opportunities.
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WORK
STUDY
The Federal Work-Study Program provides jobs for undergraduate and graduate
students with financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay
education expenses. The program encourages community service work and work
related to your course of study. For more information and an application,
view our page on the Office of Student Financial
Assistance.
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TUITION
REIMBURSEMENT FROM OUTSIDE EMPLOYERS
Many larger corporations, as well as the federal government, offer tuition assistance
to employees pursuing graduate study. In most cases, your program of study
must be related to your career field.
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TUITION
ASSISTANCE FOR GW EMPLOYEES
After a three-month waiting period, new GW employees may receive educational
benefits. Graduate students employed full- or part-time on a research grant
may use their tuition benefits immediately if they begin their employment
before the first day of classes. (see Research Appointments.)
Full-time and regular part-time employees may register for varying amounts of
tuition-free credit hours. Spouses and children of full-time employees
receive a tuition discount. Students applying for jobs at GW must inquire in
person about the application process at:
Human Resource Services
2033 K Street, NW, Suite 220
Washington, DC
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VETERANS
BENEFITS
Active-duty personnel, veterans, or dependents of veterans may be entitled to
varying educational benefits. To be eligible, veterans must have completed at
least one year of active service in the U.S. Armed Forces, unless discharged
under honorable conditions for medical reasons. For more information,
contact:
The Office of Student Financial Assistance
Assistant Director/Veterans Affairs
2121 Eye Street, NW, Rice Hall 310
The George Washington University
Washington, DC 20052
Applicants
should consult with a GW veterans counselor before submitting an application
to the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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NOTES
FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Many GW merit-based financial assistance opportunities are open to international
students. Many such students receive funding from GW, and many from their
home countries or the companies for which they work. Other resources are:
International students
applying for teaching assistantships must demonstrate sufficient English
language skills. Numerous restrictions apply to international students
seeking on- or off-campus employment. For more information, contact:
International
Services Office
2029 K St., NW 2nd Floor
The George Washington University
Washington, DC 20052
Phone (202) 296-5254
Fax (202) 296-5188
E-mail: iso@gwu.edu
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