Comparative Medicine - Financial Support
Graduate Assistantships
Students receive financial support in the form of graduate assistantships of $21,500/year, plus a waiver of tuition, or as fellowships from various University or outside sources. A number of first-year supplemental awards and fellowships are available on a competitive basis. This level of support is sufficient to allow students to devote full-time effort to graduate studies. Students are responsible for costs of books (year one ~ $300); an activity fee; a $85 thesis fee at the time of graduation; and medical insurance. Medical Insurance is required for all students - Penn State will pay 80% of the annual basic plan premium cost for the Penn State Student Health Insurance Policy (MEGA).
Students receive financial support in the form of graduate assistantships of $21,500/year, plus a waiver of tuition, or as fellowships from various University or outside sources. A number of first-year supplemental awards and fellowships are available on a competitive basis. This level of support is sufficient to allow students to devote full-time effort to graduate studies. Students are responsible for costs of books (year one ~ $300); an activity fee; a $85 thesis fee at the time of graduation; and medical insurance. Medical Insurance is required for all students - Penn State will pay 80% of the annual basic plan premium cost for the Penn State Student Health Insurance Policy (MEGA).
- Current premium information
- Health Insurance Plan information for graduate assistants and graduate fellows
Awards
Students can compete for University Awards, such as the Graham Award, that recognizes undergraduate excellence. Department awards for academic excellence are also available. Award criteria include GRE scores, undergraduate academic performance, recommendation letters, and the quality of undergraduate research experience. Awards range from $1,000 to $2,000.
Students can compete for University Awards, such as the Graham Award, that recognizes undergraduate excellence. Department awards for academic excellence are also available. Award criteria include GRE scores, undergraduate academic performance, recommendation letters, and the quality of undergraduate research experience. Awards range from $1,000 to $2,000.