Department of Education

Cost and Financial Aid UEP

We offer financial aid opportunities through need-based and merit-based scholarships, as well as research and teaching assistantships.

Funding and Scholarships

Students have access to merit-based and need-based scholarships for up to 100% of tuition cost. Financial aid comes directly from the Department of Education.

All applicants are automatically considered for merit scholarships when applying to the Brown University Master’s in Urban Education Policy program. No additional steps are required. Merit Awards typically cover up to 50% of total tuition, based on the strength of the application.

Most internships pay students on average $5,000 for the year. Additionally, most students engage in available research and teaching assistantships and other work opportunities to help offset the program costs.

To be considered for the full range of aid, we encourage applicants to submit the FAFSA or CSS Profile before the application deadline.

Explore your options and view the full Graduate Tuition and Fee Schedule to start planning your path.

Cost of Attendance

We understand that all applicants must make an informed decision before selecting an academic institution for study. Providence's modest cost of living makes it an attractive option for balancing the cost of education.

Graduate tuition is billed on a per-class basis, as detailed in the Graduate Tuition and Fee Schedule on Brown University's Student Financial Services website.

9 credits are required for UEP degree completion. 

U.S. citizens and permanent residents may be eligible to borrow funds through the Federal Direct Student Loan Program. Candidates applying for need-based financial aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online.
The College Scholarship Service (CSS) Profile is another tool we use to determine financial need. You can also include information about your family’s special financial circumstances.