Funding your education at SIPA – part 4

Student Loans About 40% of SIPA students use student loans as part of their financing strategy, and there are a number of options available to them.  Most borrow fixed rate loans from the federal government, which offer flexible repayment options.  Most federal loans are not credit-based, but have annual limits to the amount that can…

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Funding your education at SIPA – part 3

Applying for Financial Aid – Spring 2013 Applicants Applying for financial aid doesn’t involve too many steps.  If you are applying for Spring 2013 admission, you will need to complete the 2012/13 Free Application for Federal Student Aid, commonly known as the FAFSA.  To do so, go to www.fafsa.gov.  This universal aid application is used…

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External fellowship — Boren Fellowship for U.S. citizens

Are you thinking about applying to SIPA as an international dual degree candidate or are you already enrolled as a student here but plan to study abroad?  You may be eligible to apply for a Boren Fellowship. You are eligible to apply for a Boren Fellowship if you are: A U.S. citizen at the time…

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Funding your education at SIPA – part 2

While a limited number of SIPA admits are offered direct funding (for year one), a higher percentage of SIPA students – typically half or more – are funded for their second year of study.  Currently, the average second year award is an assistantship that provides approximately half of tuition, and consists of both tuition credits…

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Funding your education at SIPA – part 1

The students who plan ahead for the costs of a SIPA education are the ones who are best prepared.  A SIPA education is not inexpensive, but there are fellowship or scholarship opportunities, as well as financing strategies, that can make it affordable and manageable. Once you have been admitted, SIPA will provide you with an…

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