Funding

Doctoral students enrolled in our program normally complete their degrees within 5 years and receive full financial support for the duration of their graduate studies, including summer support, if they remain in good academic standing, make satisfactory academic progress towards the degree, and (if applicable) perform satisfactorily in their assistantship responsibilities. 

This financial support is provided through a variety of sources including teaching and/or research assistantships and fellowships. Students in our program regularly apply for and receive external fellowships and grants. Cornell will supplement qualified external awards. Qualified external fellowships will replace internal funding. Prior to submitting an external award application, it is recommended to check with the administrative manager in case additional internal forms need to be completed. If a student receives an external fellowship or grant, the GFA must be notified as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made.