Western Carolina University

In addition to your financial aid package, there are a variety of other funding sources that can help you pay for graduate school, including:
 
Graduate Assistantships
Teaching, research, and writing positions are assigned to top graduate students. Each assistantship carries a stipend amount for both the fall and spring semesters. Tuition waivers are approved by the Graduate School in conjunction with the academic colleges.

Graduate Grants, Fellowships, & Awards
Outstanding graduate students are recognized through a variety of awards.

Graduate Student Research and Creative Projects Stipend (Non-Work Study Employment)
The purpose of the Graduate Research Employment program is to provide support for graduate students to engage in research and creative scholarship under the guidance of a faculty mentor.

Other Scholarships
Additional funds may be available through private organizations and other governmental groups.