Graduate Scholarships and Financial Aid

Scholarships for students who have completed the San Francisco City Hall Fellows program. Awards are disbursed $5,000 the first year and $5,000 the second year. Scholarship is automatically renewable assuming satisfactory academic progress.

Scholarships based on academic merit awarded to students who express an interest in a career in local government. City/County Management Fellows are mentored by and participate in meetings and programs hosted by the City/County Management Board, a group of influential city and county managers. In addition, the Board provides stipends for conference travel. Awards are renewal for the second year assuming satisfactory academic progress.

The David C. Bohnett Leadership Fund provides masters-level public policy students with valuable hands-on experience in local government through a one-year fellowship with the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors. Fellows assist the Chair (office) of the Board of Supervisors as liaison between constituents, other governmental agencies, non-profits and other stakeholders and the board offices.

The Price Office of Career Services manages this fellowship’s recruitment process. Applicants will learn of the opportunity in mid-September and will apply by mid-October.

The Dean’s Merit Scholarship is a tuition-only scholarship based on a holistic evaluation of candidates’ academic achievements, professional experiences, impact in their field, and alignment with the Price School’s mission. The scholarship is open to domestic, undocumented, and international students admitted into the fall semester for the following on-campus programs: Master of Public Administration, Master of Public Policy, Master of Health Administration, Master of Urban Planning, or Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management.

Each year, the Dollinger MRED program awards a limited number of partial tuition scholarships to entering full-time MRED students. Scholarships are awarded as part of the admission process.

Funding sources within the Dollinger MRED program include:

• Bornstein Endowed Scholarship
• Ko Chieh Chi MRED Scholarship
• First American Endowed Scholarships
• Greenlaw Partners Endowed Scholarship
• George and Shirley Isaacs Endowed Scholarship
• Alan Kreditor Endowed Scholarship
• Lusk Center for Real Estate Scholarships

The Price School received a gift from the Golden Belt Community Foundation. The funds are from the Donor Advised Fund of Glenn and Elaine Mull who perished in a small plane crash in 2014.

The Golden Belt Community Foundation Scholarship will be used to support scholarships to students pursuing internships in public service (working in city, county, state, or federal government).

The University of Southern California Sol Price School of Public Policy announces the establishment of the James Irvine California Scholarships. The Price School is committed to providing access to higher education to California residents.

Each year the MIPM program awards a limited number of partial tuition scholarships to incoming students. Scholarships are made at the time of admission and selection is based on academic merit and potential for professional contribution to the MIPM program. All students applying to the IPPAM program will be considered.

Funding sources within the MIPM program include:

• MIPM Alumni Fellowship
• Harold T Craig & Joanna C. Yu Memorial Fund
• Dixon Zhengyu Zhang Scholarships

Scholarships intended to financial assist those who have made contributions to our professional communities represented by the Price master’s degree programs. Students with several years’ work experience, as well as those early in their careers whose contributions may have been through volunteer work, are encouraged to apply. Award will be disbursed evenly among students’ program duration.

Selection will be based on students’ professional contributions to our field and their plans to build on those experiences after they graduate. Award amounts contingent upon enrollment plans (see more in application).

Scholarships for graduate students enrolled in the Price School who have experience in or a commitment to diversity. Scholarships aim to recognize leadership experience or potential for leadership as it relates to the mission of the USC Price School.

Scholarships for students enrolled in the Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management program whose professional and academic goals and accomplishments align with the MNLM program.

A scholarship for a student in the Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management degree. Special consideration will be given to a student whose career interest is in working in a trade or professional association.

A scholarship for a Price master’s degree student who is a veteran of the US Military. Preference will be given to an individual with academic and career goals that include an interest in using their policy background to examine opportunities for economic growth and job creation.

The University of Southern California Sol Price School of Public Policy announces the establishment of scholarships for domestic applicants outside of California. The Price School is committed to providing access to higher education for domestic, non-California residents.

Scholarships for graduate students enrolled in the on-campus Master of Health Administration program at the University Park Campus. Scholarships aim to recognize leadership experience or potential for leadership and a commitment to making a positive impact to underrepresented communities in health-related fields

The USC Asian Pacific Alumni Association awards scholarships to USC students of exceptional academic merit. Positive consideration may be given in the selection process to students to promote diversity and/or to students who advocate for Asian and Pacific Islander communities.

BAA scholarships are based upon the overall profile of a student’s commitment and aspirations gleaned from their application and interview. Scholarships are awarded to USC students on the basis of academic and personal merit in addition to having demonstrated involvement within the African-American community.

Since 1994, USC Lambda has awarded over $500,000 in scholarships to more than 150 students who, regardless of their gender or sexual identity, demonstrated academic achievement and a strong commitment to the LGBTQ+ community. These scholars have gone on to executive roles in Fortune 500 companies and LGBTQ+ nonprofits. They have spearheaded research in technology and sociology, produced award-winning films, and argued cases before the United States Supreme Court. They are doctors, educators, artists and activists who inspire our LGBTQ+ student body to see their sexual and gender identities as strengths, not obstacles.

LAA provides partial-tuition scholarships to USC undergraduate and graduate students who promote and/or advocate for the Latino/Hispanic community. Graduate scholarships are for master’s candidates only; limited awards for EdD, law, medical, PA, PT, OT, and doctor, of pharmacy students are also available.

The Norman Topping Student Aid Fund (NTSAF) assists students with financial need who demonstrate an extraordinary level of community awareness in their pursuit of higher education at the University of Southern California. Applicants residing in areas surrounding the University Park Campus and Health Sciences campus and first-generation college students are given primary consideration in the selection process. Please note that the scholarship is not limited to these populations.

Up to $10,000 scholarships for students who have completed the USC Price Diversity in Healthcare Leadership summer program. Awards are disbursed $5,000 in the first year and $5,000 in the second year of graduate study, assuming satisfactory academic program.

The Price School Leadership in Diversity Fellowships recognize entering graduate students who demonstrate strong leadership abilities and a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and social justice. These awards consist of full-tuition scholarships. Applicants who are not selected for this fellowship will receive consideration for Dean’s Merit Scholarships.

Up to $10,000 scholarships for students who have completed the USC Price Sacramento Summer Enrichment Program. Awards are disbursed $5,000 in the first year and $5,000 in the second year of graduate study, assuming satisfactory academic program

The Price School will award five $10,000 scholarships to graduates of the APAPA internship program and qualified APAPA members. Awards will be disbursed $5,000 in the first year and $5,000 in the second year, assuming satisfactory academic progress. Qualifying applicants may be considered for larger scholarships of up to full tuition.

Scholarships for students who have served their communities through City Year. As a USC Price-City Year National Service Scholar, all admitted City Year AmeriCorps members, alumni, or staff will be awarded a scholarship in the amount equal to $5,000 of tuition, renewable for a second year ($10,000 over two years). Applicants qualify for an admission application fee waiver and will also be considered for additional merit-based aid based on the strength of the application. For application fee waiver, please visit the Office of Graduate Admission website.

A joint program between USC Price and Colombia’s COLFUTURO for graduate study at the Price School of Public Policy. The scholarship supports students from Colombia who will enroll in one of the USC Price two-year master’s degree programs (MHA, MPA, MUP, MPP, MNLM). Awards are disbursed $10,000 in the first year and $10,000 in the second year, assuming satisfactory academic progress.

Up to $10,000 scholarship for CHCI Leadership Program alumni. Awards are disbursed $5,000 in the first year and $5,000 in the second year of graduate study, assuming satisfactory academic progress. For application fee waiver, please visit the Office of Graduate Admission website.

Up to $10,000 scholarship for students who have completed the Coro Public Affairs Fellows program. Awards are disbursed $5,000 in the first year and $5,000 in the second year of graduate study, assuming satisfactory academic progress.

Merit-based scholarships for international students who are participating in the Fulbright Foreign Student Program to study at a U.S. institution.

Fulbright Scholars who apply to admission by the December 15th deadline and are admitted are guaranteed a 50% tuition-only scholarship.

Fulbright Scholars are expected to maintain full time enrollment, and the scholarship can renew for a second year assuming eligibility requirements are met.

USC Price is proud to partner with the USAID Donald M. Payne International Fellowship by providing additional financial assistance for fellows who enroll at the Sol Price School of Public Policy.

Payne Fellows will be awarded a scholarship in the amount equal to $5,000 of tuition, renewable for a second year ($10,000 over two years) assuming satisfactory academic progress.

Applicants qualify for an admission application fee waiver and will also be considered for additional meritbased aid based on the strength of their application. For application fee waiver, please visit the Office of Graduate Admission website.

USC Price is proud to offer the Peace Corps Paul D. Coverdell Fellowship for eligible Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RCPVs). The Fellowship is a 25% tuition-only scholarship, renewable for a second year assuming eligibility requirements are met. Students may be eligible to receive additional Dean’s Merit Scholarship funding based on the strength of their application. Fellows are expected to secure and complete an internship that benefits an underserved community. For application fee waiver, please visit the Office of Graduate Admission website.

Scholarships for students who have completed the Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) Summer Institute. Awards are disbursed up to $5,000 in the first year and $5,000 in the second year of graduate study, assuming satisfactory academic progress. For application fee waiver, please visit the Office of Graduate Admission website.

USC Price will provide advanced graduate training for a select group of Republic of Korea employees. Applicants with outstanding academic credentials, strong English skills, recommendations, and financial support from the Korean government may qualify for a scholarship from USC Price. Awards are disbursed $12,00 in the first year and $12,000 in the second year, assuming satisfactory academic progress. Korean government officials will complete an internship along with their studies. All Korean government officials receiving the 1+1 long-term fellowship will be automatically considered.

USC Price will provide advanced graduate training for a select group of Republic of Korea employees. Applicants with outstanding academic credentials, strong English skills, recommendations, and financial support from the Korean government may qualify for a scholarship from USC Price. Awards are disbursed $12,00 in the first year and $12,000 in the second year, assuming satisfactory academic progress. All Korean Government Officials receiving the Republic of Korea National Assembly Long-Term Fellowship will be automatically considered. Students pursuing the two year program complete an internship; students pursuing the MPA dual degree with Seoul National University do not compete an internship.

Up to $10,000 scholarship for students who are Teach for America alumni. Awards are disbursed $5,000 in the first year and $5,000 in the second year of graduate study, assuming satisfactory academic progress. For application fee waiver, please visit the Office of Graduate Admission website.

USC Price is proud to partner with the U.S.Veterans Administration in providing matching VA Yellow Ribbon benefits to qualified students. The Price School has allocated funds for 23 Yellow Ribbon Awards each year at up to $5,000 for each award.

The Yellow Ribbon Program provides additional funding for veterans who wish to attend private institutions. Funds can be used to meet any or all unmet tuition/fee needs, but cannot exceed the total cost of tuition and fees.

The USC Staff Assembly Scholarship Program recognizes USC staff members who best represent the USC staff community while simultaneously dedicating themselves to academic excellence by earning a degree at USC. The program grants six awards of $1000 and the Lincoln Riley Staff Scholarship of $5000.

Available to U.S. citizens or permanent residents of Southern California with a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.4. Additional considerations include school activities, community engagement, leadership roles and accolades. An interview is required.