We award millions of dollars in scholarships to graduate-level students each year to recognize need and merit. While our scholarships may not completely cover your costs, they can be part of a multi-source financial aid package that helps you gain access to NYU Steinhardt’s academic and professional opportunities.
We strongly encourage all US citizens and permanent residents to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to be eligible for the greatest range of aid. We must receive a FAFSA by March 1 for summer/fall enrollment or November 1 for spring enrollment in order to consider you for School-based scholarships. Learn more about applying for financial aid.
Unless otherwise noted, our scholarships are for full-time, on-campus, US citizen or permanent resident students. Students receiving Tuition Remission from NYU are not eligible for school-based scholarships.
Scholarship deadlines are firm, so do not wait for your admissions decision before submitting your FAFSA and/or scholarship application. Applying after the deadline delays the processing of federal aid and may result in you being ineligible for Steinhardt scholarships.
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- Scholarships for Underrepresented Populations
- Scholarships Recognizing Service
- Steinhardt Mission Scholarships: Recognizing Inclusion, Innovation, or Impact
- Global Study Scholarships
- Scholarship for Non-US Citizens and Non-Permanent Residents
- Scholarships for Part-Time Students
- Scholarships for Online Students
Scholarships for Underrepresented Populations
Cuppy Africa Steinhardt Scholars Stipend
The Cuppy Africa Steinhardt Scholars stipend was created by Cuppy and the Cuppy Foundation to honor Cuppy’s background and experience at NYU and to empower future students by narrowing the resource gap and ensuring all students can take full advantage of experiential opportunities that are part of a Steinhardt education.
Each year NYU Steinhardt awards the Cuppy Africa Steinhardt Scholars Stipend to two newly admitted, full-time on-campus master’s degree, advanced certificate or diploma students who have received their post-secondary degree (bachelor's degree) from Africa.
To apply, submit our new student scholarship application using the same login credentials you used to submit your NYU Steinhardt on-campus graduate application. The deadline for the scholarship application is March 1.
Diversabilities Scholarship
Steinhardt believes that inclusive education is central to achieving high-quality education and experiences for all learners, including those with disabilities. Preference for this scholarship is given first to students eligible for services in the Moses Center for Students with Disabilities, including hearing and visual impairments, mobility impairments, learning disabilities and attention deficit disorders, chronic illnesses, and psychological impairments.
Available to newly admitted on-campus master's degree, advanced certificate or diploma programs students. To apply, submit our new student scholarship application using the same login credentials you used to submit your NYU Steinhardt on-campus graduate application, and complete the FAFSA. Deadlines for the scholarship application are March 1 for Fall/Summer start and November 1 for Spring.
First Generation Scholarship
Recipients of this award must be in the first generation of their family to have completed a bachelor’s degree and have the potential to excel academically based on demonstrated success.
Available to newly admitted on-campus master's degree, advanced certificate or diploma programs students. To apply, submit our new student scholarship application using the same login credentials you used to submit your NYU Steinhardt on-campus graduate application, and complete the FAFSA. Deadlines for the scholarship application are March 1 for Fall/Summer start and November 1 for Spring.
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSI), and Tribal Colleges Scholarship
We offer this scholarship on a competitive basis to newly admitted full-time on-campus students who are graduates of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Hispanic Serving Institutions, and Tribal Colleges and Universities.
Available to newly admitted on-campus master's degree, advanced certificate or diploma students. To apply, submit our new student scholarship application using the same login credentials you used to submit your NYU Steinhardt on-campus graduate application, and complete the FAFSA. Deadlines for the scholarship application are March 1 for Fall/Summer start and November 1 for Spring.
LGBTQ+ Diversity Scholarship
Applicants must have a proven track record of leadership and community involvement, working for the betterment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) communities. Any interested student, regardless of identity or background, is eligible for this opportunity.
Available to newly admitted on-campus master's degree, advanced certificate or diploma students. To apply, submit our new student scholarship application using the same login credentials you used to submit your NYU Steinhardt on-campus graduate application, and complete the FAFSA. Deadlines for the scholarship application are March 1 for Fall/Summer start and November 1 for Spring.
Scholarships Recognizing Service
AmeriCorps Alumni Scholarship
We award up to five partial scholarships per year to AmeriCorps alumni interested in pursuing full-time graduate study in one of our on-campus master's degree, advanced certificate or diploma programs, starting in the Fall semester. We do not match the Education Award. You must complete your service by the start of the Fall semester to be eligible.
To apply, submit our new student scholarship application using the same login credentials you used to submit your NYU Steinhardt on-campus graduate application, and complete the FAFSA. The deadline for the scholarship application is March 1.
City Year Scholarship
We award up to five partial scholarships per year to City Year members and alumni interested in pursuing full-time graduate study in one of our on-campus master's degree, advanced certificate or diploma programs, starting in the Fall semester.
To apply, submit our new student scholarship application using the same login credentials you used to submit your NYU Steinhardt graduate on-campus application, and complete the FAFSA. The deadline for the scholarship application is March 1.
NYU Peace Corps Coverdell Fellowship Program
This program offers a select group of Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) leadership development programming and financial support while you pursue a full-time on-campus MA or MS degree, starting in the Fall semester. The Coverdell Fellowship selection process is competitive; a limited number of fellowships are available each year, and availability varies. The fellowship will provide a 50% tuition scholarship, basic health insurance, and participation in leadership development programming overseen by the NYU Leadership Initiative. Only RPCVs who have successfully completed their term of service by the start of the Fall semester are eligible. For more information visit the NYU Peace Corps Coverdell Fellowship page.
To be considered, answer “yes” on your online application for admission to the Coverdell Fellowship question, upload a copy of your Description of Service and an essay (question in admission application) to the Returned Peace Corps Volunteer Description of Service Upload page.
Please note, to be considered for the fellowship your application for admission must be submitted by the program deadline date or January 15th, whichever comes first.
Returned Peace Corps Volunteer Scholarship
A competitive scholarship is open to newly admitted returned Peace Corps volunteers pursuing full-time graduate study in one of our on-campus master's degree, advanced certificate or diploma programs.
To apply, submit our new student scholarship application using the same login credentials you used to submit your NYU Steinhardt on-campus graduate application, and complete the FAFSA. Deadlines for the scholarship application are March 1 for Fall/Summer start and November 1 for Spring.
Teach for America Alumni Scholarship
We award up to five partial scholarships per year to alumni of Teach for America who are interested in pursuing full-time graduate study in one of our on-campus master's degree, advanced certificate or diploma programs, starting in the Fall semester. You must complete your service by the start of the Fall semester to be eligible.
To apply, submit our new student scholarship application using the same login credentials you used to submit your NYU Steinhardt on-campus graduate application, and complete the FAFSA. The deadline for the scholarship application is March 1.
Urban Educators Impact Scholarship
We award up to five partial scholarships per year to current or former teachers from urban school districts who are interested in pursuing full-time graduate study in one of our on-campus master's degree, advanced certificate or diploma programs, starting in the Fall semester.
To apply, submit our new student scholarship application using the same login credentials you used to submit your NYU Steinhardt graduate on-campus application and complete the FAFSA. The deadline for the scholarship application is March 1 for Fall.
Steinhardt Mission Scholarships: Recognizing Inclusion, Innovation, or Impact
Steinhardt Graduate Scholarships
We offer this scholarship to on-campus full-time master's and advanced certificate students who are academically talented and show a need for financial assistance.
Meet all admissions and FAFSA application deadlines, and you will be automatically considered for this scholarship.
Dorothy Height Impact and Inclusion Award
In honor of distinguished alum and civil rights leader Dorothy Height, Steinhardt recognizes incoming full-time on-campus graduate students who have demonstrated a commitment to inclusion in the field of education and have made an impact in their community.
To apply, submit our new student scholarship application using the same login credentials you used to submit your NYU Steinhardt graduate on-campus application, and complete the FAFSA. Deadlines for the scholarship application are March 1 for Fall/Summer start and November 1 for Spring.
NYC Community Impact Scholarship
This scholarship recognizes residents of New York City’s five boroughs who have demonstrated impact in their community and/or their field of study pursuing full-time graduate study in one of our on-campus master's degree, advanced certificate or diploma programs,
To apply, submit our new student scholarship application using the same login credentials you used to submit your NYU Steinhardt graduate on-campus application, and complete the FAFSA. Deadlines for the scholarship application are March 1 for Fall/Summer start and November 1 for Spring.
Global Study Scholarships
Global Study Scholarship
We believe that faculty-led graduate-level study abroad can significantly enhance your professional and academic training. To support participation in Steinhardt study abroad programs, NYU Steinhardt offers select candidates a one-time scholarship of up to $3,000 to be used toward the cost of tuition, housing, and activity fees for a Steinhardt-based graduate study abroad course or program at one of our global sites or approved study away sites. This scholarship is available to incoming students only.
To apply, submit our new student scholarship application using the same login credentials you used to submit your NYU Steinhardt graduate on-campus application. The deadline for the scholarship application is March 1 for Fall/Summer start. Scholarship is only available for those applying to the summer/fall semester.
Additional Global Study Opportunities
We offer scholarships for current NYU Steinhardt students who wish to study abroad, and for full-time teachers attending NYU to have international academic experiences. Review our additional scholarship opportunities for global study.
Scholarship for Non-US Citizens and Non-Permanent Residents
Cuppy Africa Steinhardt Scholars Stipend
The Cuppy Africa Steinhardt Scholars stipend was created by Cuppy and the Cuppy Foundation to honor Cuppy’s background and experience at NYU and to empower future students by narrowing the resource gap and ensuring all students can take full advantage of experiential opportunities that are part of a Steinhardt education.
Each year NYU Steinhardt awards the Cuppy Africa Steinhardt Scholars Stipend to two newly admitted, full-time on-campus master’s degree, advanced certificate or diploma students who have received their post-secondary degree (bachelor's degree) from Africa.
To apply, submit our new student scholarship application using the same login credentials you used to submit your NYU Steinhardt on-campus graduate application. The deadline for the scholarship application is March 1.
Global Citizen Scholarship
This competitive scholarship is awarded to newly admitted on-campus master's, advanced certificate or diploma students who are non-US citizens or non-permanent residents (including people who require a visa and DACA applicants) and have demonstrated strong academic achievement in their previous post-secondary education. Several awards are offered on a competitive basis.
To apply, submit the new student scholarship application using the same login credentials you used to submit your NYU Steinhardt on-campus graduate application. Deadlines for the scholarship application are March 1 for Fall/Summer start and November 1 for Spring.
Scholarships for Part-Time Students
Centennial Scholarships
These scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis to new on-campus part-time master's and advanced certificate students with superior academic achievement.
For automatic consideration, meet all admissions and FAFSA application deadlines and indicate part-time study on your application for admission.
The Mayor's Graduate Scholarship Program
Up to five partial tuition scholarships are available for on-campus part-time students who are full-time New York City employees. Apply through the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS).
Scholarships for Online Students
Teacher Residency
Scholarship information is available for the full-time Teacher Residency option and the part-time Teacher Residency option. You can also contact admissions at admissions@edinnovation.steinhardt.nyu.edu or 877-710-6381 for more information.
Counseling@NYU
Contact an Admissions Counselor at 855-698-4622 or admissions@counseling.steinhardt.nyu.edu to learn about scholarship opportunities.
Speech@NYU
Contact an Admissions Counselor at 888-698-0462 or admissions@speech.steinhardt.nyu.edu to learn about scholarship opportunities.
Questions
NYU Steinhardt Office of Graduate Admissions
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New York, NY 10003-6680
steinhardt.gradadmissions@nyu.edu
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