Understanding the many forms of funding

We want to connect you with every financial resource possible so that you can think less about how you’ll fund your experience, and more about how you’ll do your important work.

There are many forms of funding and the Graduate Division can help you get started:

  • Review the information on Financial Aid.
  • Fellowships, grants and awards can cover educational and living expenses or costs related to specific projects or needs.
  • Need-based loans can supply extra financial support.
  • Academic student employment at Berkeley provides competitive compensation and benefit packages.
  • Discuss your funding with your department’s Graduate Student Affairs Officer.
  • Receive Funds Faster: Sign Up for EFT Now!
  • Skim these FAQs

Contact us at [email protected] and we will do everything in our power to help you make that dream a reality.

Ken Mahru
Director of Graduate Student Funding
Berkeley Graduate Division