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Funding: The Graduate School - Northwestern University Skip to main content Northwestern University Additional TGS Websites English Language Programs Postdoctoral Affairs Training Grant Support Office Request Information Apply Contact Us THE GRADUATE SCHOOL Search this site Search Admissions Admissions Overview Academic Programs Application Procedures Admission Decisions and Enrollment Newly Admitted Students The Graduate School Experience Funding Funding Overview About Graduate Funding Fellowships and Grants Assistantships Taxes Financial Assistance Academic Policies & Procedures Academic Policies & Procedures Overview Policies Registration and Courses Graduation Leaves, Withdrawals, and Readmission Graduate Student Progress Dissertation Publication Success Success Overview Personal Enrichment Academic Environment Thoughtful Recruitment Holistic Development Strategic Partnerships Services & Support Services & Support Overview Community & Campus Life Community Resources Career & Professional Development Dealing with Student-Faculty Conflicts International Student Services International Travel About About Overview Our Mission News Our Community Recognition Awards Important Dates Contact Us Program Statistics Funding Home Funding Learn more about our funding model and discover the various sources of financial support available to you. $47,748 minimum annual stipend rate for PhD students, 2026–27 $46,356 minimum annual stipend rate for PhD students, 2025–26 PhD and Master’s Student Funding TGS and its graduate programs offer a wide array of financial support for doctoral students, who are typically fully-funded for four quarters per year for minimum of five years. Master’s students may receive scholarships or a student loan. MFA students can also apply for fellowships and assistantships. GRADUATE FUNDING Details Cost of Attendance For tuition and billing information, visit the Evanston Office of Graduate Financial Aid website . Fellowships and Grants TGS provides support through endowed fellowships, private foundations and federal research grants. Featured Fellowship Students are nominated for the prestigious Presidential Fellowship by their graduate program. Presidential Fellows are students who promise to combine outstanding intellectual or creative ability with the capacity to play an important leadership role in their disciplines and beyond. Explore All Funding Assistantships In addition to helping to fund your education, assistantships can enhance it. Students serve between 15-20 hours per week. Graduate & Teaching Assistantships Research Assistantships Taxes All students must file annual tax returns. Students with fellowships, scholarships and assistantships must follow additional rules for reporting income and withholding taxes, TAX INFORMATION AND TIPS Financial Assistance and Help Students can explore a variety of funding opportunities to address financial need. Loans and Emergency Loans Student loans are available to help finance the cost of education. For students in unexpected sort-term financial situations, an emergency loan may be possible. Loans and Emergency Loan Details Institutional Resources Employment opportunities at Northwestern and outside the University are available to graduate students. Student-Veterans may also be able to claim veterans’ benefits. Employment Details Northwestern University The Graduate School Address 633 Clark Street Evanston, IL 60208 Connect facebook bluesky linkedin instagram Connect With Us Find the right person to help you navigate your graduate journey. View Contact Directory Northwestern Resources Building Access Campus Emergency Information Careers Contact Northwestern University University Policies © 2026 Northwestern University Accessibility Disclaimer Privacy Statement Report a Concern Cookie Settings Admissions Admissions Overview Academic Programs Academic Programs Overview Explore Programs Clusters and Certificates Degrees Offered by Other Northwestern Schools Application …