Graduate Scholarships

Graduate Scholarship (new students only)

Graduate scholarships are available from of Graduate Studies for new graduate students accepted into a YSU graduate degree program, except the following:

• Doctor of Nursing Practice in Nurse Anesthesia
• Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences
• Doctor of Philosophy in Materials Science and Engineering
• Doctor of Physical Therapy
• Online Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
• Online Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership with Superintendent Licensure
• Online Doctor of Education - Health and Human Services
• Online Doctor of Education - Public and Non-Public School Leader
• Online Educational Administration (with Principal Licensure Option)
• Online Master of Science in Nursing – Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
• Online Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner
• Online MBA with a Specialization in Health Care Management
• Online MBA with a Specialization in Digital Marketing
• Online MBA with a Specialization in Leadership
• Online Special Education - Autism and Related Disabilities
• Online Special Education - Intervention Specialist Mild/Moderate Disabilities
• Online Teacher Education Curriculum and Instruction - Literacy
• Online Teacher Education Curriculum and Instruction - Digital Teaching and Learning
• Online Teacher Education Curriculum and Instruction - Mathematics
• Online Teacher Education Curriculum and Instruction - STEM
• Online Teacher Education Curriculum and Instruction - Teacher Leader

Criteria for the scholarship

• Cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.5 or above
• The cumulative undergraduate GPA from the degree-granting institution will be used to determine eligibility for the scholarship.

Each scholarship is renewable for up to 6 semesters if the student maintains a 3.0 graduate GPA and completes a minimum of 6 semester hours of graduate courses each fall and spring semester.

The Graduate Scholarship is applied to the instructional fees only. Students receiving a Graduate Assistantship are ineligible for the Graduate Scholarship.

No scholarship application is required; however, this scholarship is competitive and will be distributed according to GPA until the allocation for each program is met. Students should apply for admission early as funds are limited.

Graduate Studies supports the April 15th Resolution Regarding Graduate Scholars, Fellows, Trainees and Assistants of the Council of Graduate Schools.

Amount: $500 - $1,000 to be credited toward the instructional fee each fall and spring semester if renewal requirements are met

Renewable: Yes

CHOOSE OHIO FIRST SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

The Choose Ohio First Scholarship Program (COFSP) is a state-funded program for Ohio Residents pursuing a major in a STEM or STEM-related field. The program comprises two components: A Summer Math Bridge for high school sophomores and juniors and a scholarship program for YSU students pursuing an eligible major.

Sandcastle Scholarship

Criteria of Sandcastle Scholarship:

Applicants must be admitted to Graduate Studies and pursuing a graduate degree program. Scholarship is available for full- or part-time study.

Provide no more than a 10-minute presentation (can be presented via audio or video recording) describing why the degree you are pursuing is important to you personally and how what you are learning will impact your community.

Cumulative undergraduate GPA must be no less than 2.7 and no greater than 3.3 on a 4.0 scale.

Awardee will be selected by a committee comprised of at least two graduate faculty members and one Graduate Studies staff member.

Amount: $425
Awards Available:1
Deadline Date: February 1st

Application Form*

Dr. Eugene D. Scudder Graduate Student Teaching Scholarship

Dr. Eugene D. Scudder Graduate Student Teaching Scholarship is a cash award given to a chemistry graduate student for outstanding performance in teaching assignments. Students cannot apply for this scholarship.

Amount: $100
Awards Available: 1
Deadline Date: Not Applicable
Renewable: No
Contact: Chemistry Department, 330-941-3664

Gertrude Hendricks Family Life Scholarship

The Gertrude Hendricks Family Life Scholarship is available each year to a graduate student whose undergraduate major has afforded preparation for an effective contribution to the family life area. Application is by letter to Graduate Studies. The following information should be included: undergraduate major, degree, and year; other degree work, if any; current graduate program; career goal(s); a statement of how the Hendricks scholarship will help the student to achieve his or her goal(s); and a statement of how the scholarship will prepare the student for "an effective contribution to the family life area."

Amount: Varies
Awards Available: Varies
Review Begins: February 1
Renewable: Yes
Contact: YSU Foundation (330) 941-3211 or ysuf@ysufoundation.org 

Application Form*

Doris Burdman Scholarship - Graduate

The Doris Burdman Scholarship - Graduate is awarded to a student enrolled in the Master of Social Work program who is maintaining a minimum 3.0 GPA. The recipient must have completed a minimum of 12 semester hours of graduate level social work courses by the semester the award is to be granted. The recipient must showcase a commitment and dedication to the social work field as demonstrated through completion of an essay.

Amount: $2,500
Awards Available: 1
Deadline Date: February 15
Renewable: No
Contact: Scholarship Committee Chairperson, Department of Social Work, 330-941-1598

Dr. James A. Reeder Graduate Scholarship

Dr. James A. Reeder Graduate Scholarship is awarded to a current chemistry graduate student who will be enrolled at YSU at least part-time during the next academic year. Students cannot apply for this scholarship.

Amount: Varies, minimum $500
Awards Available: 1
Deadline Date: Not applicable
Renewable: No
Contact: Chemistry Department for more information

Earl E. Edgar Memorial Scholarship

The Earl E. Edgar Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a graduate student studying the humanities. Applicant must be enrolled in the MA program in American Studies, English, or History; have regular admission status; and have at least half of the degree program requirements completed at the time of application. Application is by letter to the College of Graduate Studies. Selection is based on academic excellence and financial need.

Amount: Varies
Awards Available: Varies
Review Begins: February 1
Renewable: Yes
Contact: YSU Foundation (330) 941-3211 or ysuf@ysufoundation.org 

Application Form*

ROTC Scholarship

Army ROTC is an elective curriculum you take along with your required college classes. It prepares you with the tools, training and experiences that will help you succeed in any competitive environment. Along with great leadership training, Army ROTC can pay for your college tuition, too. You will have a normal college student experience like everyone else on campus, but when you graduate, you will be an Officer in the Army. Recipients must pass a physical fitness test, be U.S. citizens, have a minimum 2.5 GPA and minimum ACT of 19 or SAT of 930.

Amount: Up to $12,000 per school year or $48,000 for 4 yrs
Awards Available: Not applicable
Deadline Date: Not applicable
Renewable: Yes, must be full-time with 2.5 GPA
Contact: Military Science Department at 330-941-3205