How to Fund Your Graduate Education

What types of funding are available to MPP students? Hear from Jeff Chidester, Executive Director of External Affairs, as he discusses different funding options available to MPP students at the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, including fellowships, graduate teaching assistantships, and part-time employment.

Hear from Jeff Chidester, Executive Director of External Affairs, as he discusses different funding options available to MPP students at the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, including fellowships, graduate teaching assistantships, and part-time employment. You can view the full recording here, but we have highlighted key questions below.

How much does the MPP cost?

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What types of funding can you expect from the Batten School?

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What are examples of external fellowships that I can apply to?

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What are some of the options for federal work-study and other part-time jobs for students?

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How should I approach student loans?

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