Graduate Funding Policies
Included below are policies related to funding in graduate education and at UofL. These policies provide important guidance about the timing of funding, procedures for funding, and how funding decisions are made.
- Council of Graduate Schools (CGS) Resolution Regarding Graduate Scholars, Fellows, Trainees and Assistants
- Tuition Remission for Graduate Assistantships
- Tuition Remission Information from Human Resources
- Tuition Remission FAQs from Business Operations
- Guiding Principles for Assistantships
- Residency for Tuition and Admission: Statement Regarding Residency Appeal Submission Process
Financial Information for International Students
The Graduate School provides fellowships to a limited number of graduate students through the admissions process. Since graduate applicants are nominated for these positions by departments, you only need to fulfill admission requirements to be considered. Assistantships may similarly be offered during the admissions process. Additionally, students may apply for other assistantships that may become available after they are admitted.
Assistantships and fellowships usually include full tuition and a stipend with which students cover their living expenses. If the I-20 shows sufficient support to cover tuition and living expenses, students will not need to submit any additional financial documents. The I-20 or DS2019 will list financial resources for which students must provide evidence of when going for the visa interview.
If Form I-20 (or DS2019) doesn't sufficiently cover the expenses for study and living, students must show additional proof of full financial ability to the consular officer. For any dependents who will accompany a student, proof of $2,500 for each dependent will be required.
Students are advised to find out if the consular office in their country/area has a different requirement or if their country's government has any financial restrictions for students studying abroad.