Tuition and fees for graduate programs at UNC–Chapel Hill are determined by the University, and rates may vary depending on the program. Tuition is based on residency status and the number of credit hours taken.
For the most up-to-date tuition and fee amounts, please visit the University Cashier website. You may also use the University Cashier’s Tuition Estimator tool to calculate an estimated total based on your expected enrollment.
Financial Aid
Students are encouraged to explore a range of tuition and financial aid options when pursuing a graduate degree through the UNC School of Education. These may include:
- Federal Financial Aid
- Scholarships & Awards
- Grants
- Loans
- Fellowships & Assistantships
- GI Benefits
Many of these opportunities are merit-based and may carry specific eligibility requirements, such as strong academic performance, standardized test scores, faculty nominations, or relevant experience. Some awards are designated for incoming graduate students only; applicants are encouraged to review all criteria carefully.
Note: To be considered for all scholarship financial aid opportunities offered through the UNC School of Education and the University, students must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the designated deadline.
Federal Aid
The Office of Scholarships and Student Aid administers federal student loans and work-study assistantships as part of the University’s federal aid offerings.
UNC Graduate School Aid
The UNC Graduate School administers university-wide fellowships and assistantships, including the Merit Assistantship Program, the Student Transportation Grant, and the Dissertation Completion Fellowship. Many of these awards are competitive and have specific eligibility criteria.
Additionally, they provide a wide range of resources to help students navigate the financial aid process, identify potential funding sources, and access in-house opportunities.
School of Education Awards
The UNC School of Education offers a variety of assistantships, scholarships, fellowships, and awards specific to graduate students.
Graduate Scholarships & Awards »
Outside Funding
Graduate students are encouraged to seek out and apply for funding opportunities available through national, regional, and foundation sources.
On-Campus Hiring
Several campus offices and centers regularly employ students from the School of Education. These positions are typically posted during designated hiring periods — most often in February or March, or over the summer for the upcoming academic year — and may only be advertised when openings are available. Students are encouraged to reach out directly to these offices for the most up-to-date information. Specific roles are noted where applicable.
Examples of offices and centers where School of Education students have secured employment or funding include:
- The Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities
- Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute
- The Writing Center
- The Learning Center
- Carolina Union
Have Questions?
The Graduate Funding Information Center (GFIC) also provides assistance to current and prospective UNC-Chapel Hill graduate students in identifying funding sources for research and study.