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Graduate school scholarships can help reduce the cost of earning a master’s degree and may be available based on factors such as field of study, academic achievement, professional goals, personal background, service, or financial need. Students beginning a broad search can explore scholarships for master’s degrees before narrowing opportunities by specific eligibility criteria.
OMC organizes scholarship resources to help you explore opportunities based on your background, field of study, and other eligibility considerations.
Start Here: What Type of Scholarship Are You Looking For?
- Looking for scholarships based on your background — Explore opportunities designed for specific student populations and eligibility groups.
Explore → Scholarships by Student Background Below
- Looking for scholarships in your field — Find scholarship resources for students pursuing specific areas of graduate study.
Explore → Scholarships by Field of Study Below
- Looking broadly for master’s degree scholarships — Explore scholarship opportunities available to students pursuing master’s degrees across different fields.
Start → Scholarships for Master’s Degrees
- Looking for substantial scholarship funding — Learn about scholarships that may cover a significant portion or, in some cases, the full cost of attendance.
Explore → Full Ride Scholarships
Explore Scholarships by Category
Scholarship eligibility can depend on who you are, what you plan to study, and the type of funding you are seeking. Explore the categories below to find scholarship resources that may align with your circumstances and graduate-school plans.
By Student Background
Some scholarships are designed for students who meet specific background, identity, service, or accessibility criteria. Explore scholarship resources that may apply to your circumstances.
Explore → Scholarships for Women
Explore → Scholarships for Veterans
Explore → African American Scholarships
Explore → Latino Scholarships
By Field of Study
Scholarship opportunities may also be available based on your academic field or the degree you plan to pursue. Explore scholarship resources for specific areas of graduate study.
Explore → MBA Scholarships
Explore → Engineering Scholarships
Explore → Nursing Scholarships
Explore → Education Scholarships
Other Scholarship Options
Scholarship opportunities can also differ in their scope and the education costs they may cover. Explore broader scholarship resources for master’s degree students, including general scholarship opportunities and scholarships that may provide more substantial financial support.
Explore → Scholarships for Master’s Degrees
Explore → Full Ride Scholarships
How to Find Scholarships for Graduate School
Finding graduate school scholarships often involves looking across more than one eligibility category. Start with opportunities related to your field of study, background, professional goals, or other qualifications, then review each scholarship’s eligibility requirements, award amount, application deadline, and renewal conditions.
Because scholarship requirements and availability can vary, consider multiple opportunities rather than relying on a single source of funding. Full-ride scholarships may provide more substantial support, but scholarships can vary considerably in what expenses they cover. Evaluate each opportunity as one component of your broader funding plan.