Tuition & Aid
Financing Your Graduate Education (Master's and CAS) at the School of Information Studies
Students interested in enrolling in our top-ranked master's degree programs in information management, library and information science, and telecommunications and network management, sometimes worry that they wont be able to afford such high-caliber programs. Upon closer look, they often discover that the many funding opportunities available to students at the School of Information Studies make a Syracuse University education a more attractive option than some programs that initially appear to be less expensive.
The School of Information Studies (iSchool), as well as Syracuse University, offers several merit-based scholarships and fellowships to help students cover the cost of tuition, and some programs even provide stipends for books and housing. Students can also apply for need-based assistance through federal loan programs and private lenders. We encourage all students to apply for these awards and assistance programs.
Tuition and Fees
Financial Aid Office Estimated Cost of Attendance for Graduate School
School of Information Studies Fees 2010-2011
In addition to the costs outlined in the link above, the iSchool charges a fee to support the acquisition and maintenance of the latest technology necessary for its programs. The fee is charged each semester according to the following schedule.
Graduate Students
- 3 credit hours or less = $75
- 4 to 8 credit hours = $125
- 9 credit hours or more = $175
Students enrolled in degree programs from other SU schools and colleges = $50 per course
Need-Based Financial Aid and Student Loans
Many graduate students rely on one or more forms of need-based financial aid to help meet the costs of their studies.
Descriptions and guidelines for all financial aid programs are subject to change at any time as a result of new or amended state or federal legislation or changes in Syracuse University policies. Graduate students may inquire about need-based financial aid through the
Office of Financial Aid, 200 Archbold North, Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY 13244-1140 or call 315-443-1513.
If you are enrolled in an online master's degree program or certificate of advance study program; or you are a non-matriculated graduate student then utilize the
University College Financial Aid Office.
Merit-Based Financial Aid
All students are eligible to apply for merit-based awards from Syracuse University and the iSchool, although some awards are directed toward specific populations such as library and information science students, U.S. citizens, or students from under-represented groups.
All admitted students who provide a resume and indicate that they would like to be considered for aid on their application will be considered for graduate assistantships, financial awards, and credit awards. For a list of GA positions and awards available to students enrolled in each of the masters level programs in School of Information Studies, visit the following links:
Not-for-Profit Scholarship Award
This scholarship is intended to promote education of employees of not for profit organizations operated exclusively for religious, charitable, educational and other specified purposes. Organizations like charities and public libraries are included. Many of the 501 c3 IRS classified organizations are appropriate. Recipients of this award will receive one third the cost of tuition.
Faculty Assistant Program
Master’s students are eligible to participate in our Faculty Assistant program, which provides an hourly wage of $10/hour for 10 hours per week. All faculty members receive funding which enables them to recruit two assistants, one from the incoming class and another from among the second year students.
Note: This work assignment does not include health benefits.
Goals of this program:
- Promote faculty-student engagement
- Provide opportunities for financial support for full-time, campus-based master’s students
Syracuse University Awards
The University administers several programs that offer tuition and financial support to students pursuing graduate education, especially students from under-represented populations and those enrolled in science, technology, engineering and mathematic fields. For more information on these programs, follow the links listed below:
Visit Syracuse University's Financial Aid Office web site for additional information regarding financial aid.