The Council of Graduate Students has funding available to currently enrolled MSU graduate and professional students. All requests submitted past the deadline for applications will not be considered. Funding is not available if you’ve requested a refund of your COGS tax.
Other Funding Sources:
For additional funding resources available through The Graduate School, please visit their website: https://grad.msu.edu/funding
- Graduate School Conference Travel Funding here: https://grad.msu.edu/travel
Office of Research and Innovation: https://research.msu.edu/find-funding
Planning a study abroad experience? Be sure to connect with MSU Education Abroad and explore funding here: https://educationabroad.isp.msu.edu/plan/funding-options/
Scholarships available through Student Life & Engagement (SLE): https://sle.msu.edu/scholarships
International Student Orgs – may be able to apply for funding to host events/programming with OISS: https://oiss.isp.msu.edu/get-involved/student-leadership/student-group-funding/
OISS/Funding for International Students: The Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) has a few methods of offering assistance specifically for international students and scholars who have a demonstrated financial need. You can find out more here: Office for International Students and Scholars :: OISS Funding
For Emergency Situations:
The Graduate School – Emergency Fellowship Funding: https://grad.msu.edu/emergency-fellowship-funding
MSU Office of International Students and Scholars
MSU Office of Financial Aid – FAQ
MSU Office of Financial Aid – Loan information
MSU Support Our Spartans (SOS) Emergency Fund: Application
More about the donor-supported SOS Emergency Fund and how to give: https://givingto.msu.edu/crowdpower/support-our-spartans
Always check with your department too to inquire about funds for academic-related expenses, including conference-related travel, or even emergency funds if you are experiencing an emergency hardship. Many departments have their own emergency funds, or can help advise in emergency situations to support their students as well.
Another alternative to get you through a temporary rough spot are COGS Short Term Loans.
