FAQs: Tuition and Scholarships

Yes, the program has limited fellowship and scholarship resources.  Around 50% of the incoming class will receive merit-based aid. We assess all applications for merit-based scholarships. Our fellowships do require a separate essay in the application. Learn more on our financial aid page.

You should complete the application process as early as possible (by the first deadline). As long as all required materials are received and an application package is deemed complete, you will be given priority consideration for all available merit-based scholarships (and fellowships).

If you are pursuing full-time enrollment in the MUP or MPA programs, then you are eligible. You will be considered if you submit the additional fellowship essay (in "Financial Aid" section of application) along with your full application by the fellowship deadline.

You can learn more about tuition, other fees, and estimated cost of attendance here.
 

You will receive information about any award you receive when we send out decision letters in March. These scholarships are the only awards Wagner coordinates and provides to students. 

Yes, NYU Wagner provides a range of financial aid opportunities, including merit-based scholarships, fellowships, and assistantships. You can find out about these opportunities, along with federal financial aid programs, on our website. 

NYU Wagner offers a range of merit-based scholarships, fellowships, and assistantships.

To pay your tuition deposit, you must first accept your NYU offer of admission. 

To do so, please take the following actions:

1. Activate your NYU Net ID and account by visiting the following start page and following the instructions.