Fellowships and Scholarships
Funding your graduate studies in history
Graduate study in history at UB is supported by a strong funding model designed to help students focus on research, teaching and professional growth. The Department of History offers a range of fellowships, assistantships and awards that support both doctoral and master’s students throughout their programs.
The Department of History is committed to supporting doctoral students throughout their training.
Typical PhD funding package
- Full tuition scholarship
- Academic year stipend
- Health insurance coverage
With rare exceptions, the department provides a minimum of five years of funding for full-time PhD students, typically through teaching assistantships.
Teaching assistants support undergraduate instruction by attending lectures and leading recitation sections.
UB stipend levels are competitive among public Association of American Universities institutions.
Advanced doctoral funding
Advanced students may compete for:
- Dissertation research fellowships
- Departmental dissertation research awards
- Opportunities to teach undergraduate courses as instructors
Departmental dissertation research awards may provide up to 3,000 dollars per award, depending on availability.
Please email us for more information about department specific grants and fellowships.
Graduate education is a significant investment, and funding can play an important role in making it possible. Graduate students at the University at Buffalo have access to a range of funding options that support coursework, teaching, research and professional development. Opportunities vary by degree level and stage of study.
Master's funding options
Most master’s programs are self-funded, and many students use a mix of financial aid, employment and scholarships to support their studies. Continuing your education is an important investment, and UB offers resources to help you explore available options.
PhD funding options
Academic year stipends of $23,690 and a full tuition waiver for all full-time, funded PhD students on 10-month academic teaching assistant, research assistant, or graduate assistant appointments.
- UB’s stipend levels are competitive among public Association of American Universities (AAU) member institutions.
Additional Fellowship Opportunities:
- Arthur A. Schomburg Fellowship Program: Candidates are required to be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and must demonstrate how they have overcome a disadvantage or other impediment to success in higher education. Candidates must also demonstrate a commitment to contributing to the diversity of the student body by facilitating and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in their academic programs and campus activities. Even though financial need is not a requirement for program eligibility, applicants may utilize economic disadvantage as a basis for eligibility. This scholarship program is open to any and all prospective candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, or sex, and is consistent with all current governing federal and state nondiscrimination law. All application submissions will be assessed and evaluated in accordance with the required eligibility criteria. Students may apply for the Schomburg Fellowship on the UB graduate application for their program.
- Presidential Fellowships: To be eligible for Presidential Fellowships, candidates must meet the criteria listed on the Presidential Fellowship page. Both domestic and international students are eligible, if they meet these criteria. For any questions regarding funding for academic year 2025–2026, contact the director of graduate studies or department chair.
These funding opportunities are for eligible PhD applicants only. MA students are not eligible.
If you wish to be considered for a Presidential Fellowship and/or a Schomburg Fellowship, please include in your Statement of Purpose a brief explanation of why you believe you may be eligible.
Funding plays a critical role in graduate success. Explore your options, connect with the department and take the next step toward advanced study in history at UB.