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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Gillings School of Global Public Health
170 Rosenau Hall, CB #7400
135 Dauer Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7400
919-966-3215
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GILLINGS SCHOOL OF GLOBAL PUBLIC HEALTH
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
170 Rosenau Hall | CB 7400 | 135 Dauer Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7400 | 919.966.3215
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Costs and funding

Finding funding to pay for academic training can be a daunting task. SPH faculty and staff are committed to helping our students find funding opportunities.

Expected Costs 

The university provides estimated costs of attendance to help undergraduate and graduate students anticipate expenses while attending UNC. Please note that these estimates do not reflect current Public Health tuition. Please visit the University Cashier's website for information on important dates, tuition, fees and student billing related policies.

Types of financial aid

Scholarships/Awards/Fellowships

"Gift money" awarded on the basis of academic achievement or a combination of merit and financial need.  

Grants

"Gift money" from School, University, and other funds awarded to support research or training opportunities and based on merit and/or need.

Employment
Money earned in return for work contributions via a variety of mechanisms or settings, including assistantships, fellowships, community service agencies, or off-campus jobs.         

UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health eRecruiting Employment Database
(incoming students may contact Amy Hitlin for access)

Loans
Money borrowed from University or federal loan programs or other lenders.

How to apply for financial aid

To qualify for many University funding sources, all students (including distance education students) must apply for financial aid via the university's Office of Scholarships and Student Aid (OSSA).  Regardless of your financial need, it may be worthwhile to apply for financial aid to ensure that you are eligible for as many opportunities as possible.  Even merit-related aid distributed via OSSA requires you to submit a FAFSA form.  Be sure to check with your department for additional financial forms that may be required for specific aid sources.

Workshops

Several workshops are offered throughout the year to assist students with funding issues.  In 2008-09, the following workshops will be offered through SPH:
  • Finding Funding for School of Public Health Students
    October 14, 11:30-1:00, McGavran-Greenberg 1305
    Learn about online funding resources.  Presented by Susan Gramling from the GrantSource Library.
  • Finding Funding for International SPH Students
    September 30, 12-1:30, Rosenau 201A
    A hands-on workshop to learn about online funding resources for international students studying in the US.  Presented by Susan Gramling from the GrantSource Library.
Also, check the Graduate School for additional workshops, including establishing NC Residency, Health Insurance, and Funding 101.

 

 
Last updated March 10, 2009
 
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