Graduate Financial Aid
Apply by May 15. Scholarships and funding are available for a September start.
Daniels College of Business and University of Denver financial services counselors
will work closely with you to obtain the type and level of financial assistance for
which you qualify. Scholarships, loans and work-study opportunities are available
to graduate-level students. View our financial aid webinar for additional information.
Scholarships
Merit-based scholarships and Graduate Assistantships
The majority of merit-based scholarships and Graduate Assistantship (GA) positions are offered at the time of acceptance to a Daniels graduate program. These scholarships are awarded based on extraordinary academic performance and relevant work experience. There is no separate scholarship application; decisions are based on your graduate school application.
Important considerations:
- The GMAT is required of all those wishing to be considered for merit-based scholarships, and Graduate Assistantships.
- An admission interview is required for merit-based scholarship consideration and Graduate Assistantships.
- Both U.S. and international students may apply for merit-based scholarships and Graduate Assistantships.
- Most merit-based scholarships range from $3,000-$34,000 total, disbursed equally over the duration of a student's program. A limited number of Dean's Scholarships, ranging from $15,000-$25,000 may also be awarded, depending on the availability of funds.
Need-based scholarships
Need-based scholarships, which range from $1,500-$6,000/year for a maximum of two years, may be awarded after the student has confirmed their attendance at Daniels. The amount is dependent on the level of need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Please contact the University of Denver, Office of Financial Aid for more information.
Scholarships and grants for Executive MBA students
We believe that cohort diversity improves the EMBA experience, therefore department scholarships or program grants may be offered to individuals who work in nonprofit organizations or are a part of an under-represented industry or category. For more information, contact: Lisa Grassfield, lisa.grassfield@du.edu, 303.871.3419
Loans
Many graduate students at Daniels College of Business help fund their education through loans. All federal loans require the submission of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Applicants must be U.S. citizens. For more information, visit the University of Denver, Office of Financial Aid.
Federal Direct Loans
- Federal loans made available to students by the U.S. Department of Education
- Students with demonstrated financial need are eligible for unsubsidized loans
- Up to $20,500 per academic year with a fixed 6.8% interest rate.
- Interest accrues on unsubsidized loans while in school, during the grace period, and during repayment and is capitalized at repayment if not paid
- Fixed 6.8% interest rate
- Students must be enrolled at least half-time (4 credits)
- 0.5% origination fee (1% origination fee with 0.5% rebate) is taken out at disbursement of loan
- 6-month grace period after graduation (or after student drops below 4 credits) before repayment
- If offered as a part of a financial aid award, you must complete both a master promissory note and entrance counseling at www.studentloans.gov
- Multiple repayment options available and can be consolidated with other federal loans
More information on Federal Direct Loans.
Federal Perkins Loans
- Federal loan made available to students by the University of Denver
- Students with demonstrated financial need who meet the application priority deadline may be offered this federally guaranteed loan as a part of their award
- Up to $3,000 per academic year with fixed 5% interest rate
- 9-month grace period after graduation (or after student drops below 4 credits) before repayment
- Interest does not accrue while student is enrolled at least half-time, during grace period, or during eligible deferments
- Must complete a master promissory note and entrance counseling with the Bursar's Office
- Can be consolidated with other federal loans
More information on Federal Perkins Loans.
Graduate/Professional PLUS Loans
- Federal loan available to credit-worthy graduate students enrolled at least half-time by the U.S. Department of Education
- Can borrow up to the total cost of attendance less all other financial aid
- Not based on financial need, but student must submit a FAFSA
- Borrower must be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident
- Credit check is required*
- Fixed 7.9% interest rate
- 2.5% origination fee (4% origination fee with a 1.5% rebate) is taken out at disbursement of loan
- Repayment of principle and interest begins 60 days after disbursement
- Upon graduation, can be consolidated with Federal Direct subsidized and unsubsidized loans
- Students need to complete both a master promissory note and an application, using their own PIN, with the Department of Education at www.studentloans.gov
- Multiple repayment options
More information on Graduate/Professional PLUS Loans
Questions? Contact the Office of Financial Aid (303.871.4020), the Rifkin Center for Student Services (303.871.4193), or Marilyn Hughes at 303.871.2438.
