Graduate Awards and Scholarships

We are committed to making an iSchool graduate education as accessible as possible. That’s why we offer a variety of scholarships and awards to make your degree more affordable.

Scholarships and Financial Aid Opportunities at the iSchool

The School of Information Studies (iSchool) at Syracuse University offers a range of scholarship opportunities to support applicants to our on-campus master’s programs.

To be considered for priority scholarship review, applicants should submit their application by:

  • February 1 (for Fall admission)
  • October 15 (for Spring admission)

Many scholarships are awarded at the time of admission, though some may require additional post-admission steps.

Below is an overview of scholarship opportunities available for main campus students only:

Automatic Consideration Awards

Eligible On-Campus Programs:

  • M.S. in Applied Data Science
  • M.S. in Information Systems
  • M.S. in Applied Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence
  • M.S. in Information Systems for Executives
  • M.S. in Library and Information Science

iSchool Merit Awards recognize students who demonstrate the School’s core values, including excellence, innovation, integrity, diversity and inclusion, and global engagement.

Awards are determined through a holistic review of the application materials, and recipients are notified of their scholarship at the time of admission

50% Upstate Scholarship

No additional application is required for this scholarship. Eligible students are automatically considered based on residency requirements, and proof of residency may be requested.

To be eligible for consideration for the Upstate Scholarship, you must:

  • Be a permanent resident of Upstate New York (with a mailing address in zip codes that begin with 12XXX, 13XXX, or 14XXX)
  • Be enrolled as a full-time or part-time student
  • Matriculate into an on-campus program; this award is not available for online programs

Please note: the Upstate Scholarship replaces any other institutional scholarship and cannot be combined with additional university funding.

Awards Requiring Additional Applications

Certain scholarships and awards require the submission of extra documentation with your graduate school application. Review the specific scholarship details for further instructions:

The Information Literacy in Academic Libraries Scholarship is for students who are passionate about information literacy and interested in a career as an academic librarian.

Information Literacy Scholars receive a 50% tuition award, 10 hours a week of work during the academic year with Syracuse University Libraries, and mentoring by Syracuse University librarians with expertise in information literacy instruction and student learning assessment.

Who is eligible to apply: On-campus M.S. in Library and Information Science applicants. Please follow the prompts and questions on your graduate school application to indicate your interest.

Syracuse University Resources:

External Funding Resources

QS Top Universities
QS Top Universities offers a range of scholarships for international students.

IEFA (International Education Financial Aid)
IEFA is a premier resource for international students seeking scholarships and grants.

EducationUSA Funding Opportunities
EducationUSA provides a list of scholarships and funding resources specifically for international students wishing to study in the U.S.

We Make Scholars
We Make Scholars helps students find international scholarships and loans to fund their studies abroad.

International Scholarships
This website offers a comprehensive list of scholarships for international students pursuing education in the U.S., covering a range of academic fields, including information studies.

Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE)
CIEE provides a variety of scholarships and grants for international students studying in the U.S.

Institute of International Education (IIE)
IIE compiles extensive listings of scholarships and funding opportunities specifically for international students pursuing studies in the U.S.

Loan Opportunities for International Students

International Financial Aid and College Scholarship Search offers a range of scholarships and loan options available to both international students in the U.S. and American students studying abroad.

The Leo S. Rowe Fund (administered by the Organization of American States) provides interest-free loans up to $15,000 for students from Latin America and the Caribbean who are studying in the U.S.

MPower Financing offers financial support for both Bachelor’s and Master’s degree students, helping them fund their education in the U.S.

Tata Trust provides loan options for Indian students pursuing graduate studies overseas.