Below you will find links to databases and programs offering multiple types of aid.
Master’s Students
- Pivot is a searchable database of federal and private funding opportunities in all fields. You can refer to the Pivot Guide for guidance on using this database. Please note that you will need to have an institutional email address from a member institution to access this database.
- CARAT is a database that allows students to search for fellowship opportunities by keyword, citizenship requirement, length of opportunity, stage in graduate school, and more. Through CARAT, you can find links to application materials and instructions on how to apply. Please note that you will need to have a HarvardKey to access this database.
- Foundation Directory Online (FDO) is a searchable database that contains a wealth of information on foundations and the grant programs they sponsor. You can refer to the FDO Guide for guidance on using this database.
- If you are interested in exploring private loan options, Harvard has compiled information to help guide the search process. While Harvard does not endorse any of these loans, you may find it beneficial to compare the terms of several loan types in order to find the option that best fits your needs.
- There are employment opportunities on campus that are not federal work-study specific.
US Citizens and Permanent Residents
- US citizens and permanent residents are eligible to apply for Federal Student Loans. The US Department of Education offers several loan programs for graduate students. Details about these programs are listed in the link above and on the US Department of Education Federal Student Aid website.
- US citizens and permanent residents are eligible to apply for Federal Work-Study. The Federal Work-Study Program (FWSP) is a federally funded financial aid program. Details about the program, as well as a link to search for on-campus jobs, can be found in the link above.
- Additional benefits may also be available to veterans of the US armed forces.
International Students
- The Harvard Committee on General Scholarships has a number of programs for international applicants planning to study at Harvard graduate and professional schools. These fellowships are country-specific and range in amount and duration. Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee that a fellowship will be awarded. For more information, visit the Committee on General Scholarships website.