We understand that the ability to fund your education is an integral part of the decision making part for many families below you will find some helpful links to financial assistance options. We highly encourage our students to apply to any and all scholarships they qualify for to reduce the cost of attendance.
All students seeking aid should submit a FASFA application.
External Grant Funding Opportunities
via internally- and externally-funded grants and research projects
via internally- and externally-funded grants and research projects
The William Averette Anderson Fund—fondly referred to as the Bill Anderson Fund, or the BAF—is a vibrant nonprofit organization whose mission is to expand the number of underrepresented minority professionals in hazards and disaster research and practice. The BAF is helping to transform the disaster workforce by empowering the diverse next generation of leaders to address the disproportionate burden of environmental hazards among communities of color and other socially marginalized groups.
We are seeking underrepresented minority doctoral students whose research aims to address the disproportionate burdens of environmental hazards and disasters among marginalized communities. We welcome students from all disciplines, including engineering, the social sciences, emergency management, public health, and more. Bill Anderson Fund Fellows receive professional development training, networking opportunities, mentorship, and access to hands-on research experiences.
Graduate Assistantships
Graduate research assistant (RA) or teaching assistant (TA) positions opportunities do arise across the university and within our department for students, but they can be difficult to arrange in advance of arrival. Graduate assistant positions can be searched at Handshake once you have accepted an offer of education to UMBC.
Additional information on GA positions, stipends, and healthcare can be found at the Graduate School’s website.
Co-op and Work Study
UMBC also offers graduate student support through co-op programs, work study, and other arrangements. U.S. applicants should complete a FASFA form when they apply to graduate school.
Students planning to study full time should consult the UMBC Office of Financial Aid for details about the variety of other scholarships, grants, and loans available. Government agencies and other organizations may also provide support to their employees for graduate education. Employees should check with their human resources department.
Alumni Tuition Scholarships
$1000 Alumni Tuition Scholarships and application fee waivers ($50) may be available for UMBC alumni who enroll in masters or certificate programs. Complete information will be available about on the Graduate School website
Employer Education Fund Matching or Course Reimbursements
Some companies have educational matching or reimbursement funding for employees taking accredited education program courses. Please check with your benefits coordinator at your employment for such programs.
OTHER RESOURCES:
- Current tuition and fees information
- To assist in calculation tuition and fee costs: Cost Calculator
- Step by step financial aid for new students
- UMBC Financial Aid
- Financial information for International Students
- Scholarships available through UMBC
- UMBC Graduate Assistantships Information
- Fellowships
- Scholarship Assistance for Maryland Residents