Support for Every Step of Your Journey

At BU Wheelock College of Education & Human Development, we are committed to supporting your academic and professional journey. BU Wheelock offers scholarships and fellowships designed to recognize your achievements and reduce the financial burden of a graduate education. Explore the sections below to learn more about available funding and eligibility policies, as well as Boston University and external scholarship resources.

Master’s & Certificate Student Scholarships 

BU Wheelock offers merit-based scholarships to competitive incoming Master’s and Certificate students. Most full-time students receive a merit scholarship to support the cost of attendance. For priority scholarship consideration, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply bythe priority deadline 

Merit scholarship recipients should refer to the BU Wheelock Scholarship Policy for more information. 

Academic Partnership Programs 

BU Wheelock provides scholarships to students who are affiliated with one of our many partner organizations, including City Year, Teach For America, the Peace Corps, Boston Public Schools, and more. If you are affiliated with one of these partners, you may qualify for tuition discounts, or fee waivers. Visit Academic Partner Programs for more information.  

University-wide Scholarships & Fellowships 

Visit the Graduate Education website for BU-sponsored award information. These awards require additional applications; prospective students are not automatically considered.