Financial Support
Doctoral Program
SPECIAL EDUCATION
Financial Support
Newly admitted doctoral students in special education are automatically
considered for various teaching and research assistantships as
well as other major fellowships. Students desiring financial
assistance for graduate studies should contact:
Office of Financial Aid
259 Student Services Building
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI, 48824-1113
(517) 353-5940
In addition, a number of graduate assistantships are available through
the College of Education, and in the residence halls. More information
is available about financial aid, employment opportunities, grants and/or
scholarships in the Graduate School Funding Guide or from any
of the faculty members in special education.
THREE DOCTORAL PREPARATION
GRANT PROGRAMS
The Special Education Program at Michigan State University is pleased
to offer three doctoral preparation grant programs supported by the
US Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs.
These
programs provide generous supports, including tuition/fee waivers, fellowships, paid assistantships, free health insurance,
and conference travel support. The awards are made to entering
doctoral students who demonstrate a strong preparation for and aspiration
toward a career in special education leadership (higher education, policy
and administration at the state and federal level and professional development).
Recipients must study full time during the period of the award
and make good progress toward their degrees. Newly admitted doctoral
students in special education are automatically considered for these
awards.
Disability and Diversity Scholars Program
Doctoral study in Special Education with an emphasis on diversity and
urban settings is a fellowship program for individuals who intend to
pursue careers as researchers, teacher educators, and leaders in the
field of special education. The program of doctoral study is designed
to support students for a minimum of four years. Click on the above
link for more information.
Special
Education Technology Scholars Program
This program is designed to prepare future leaders in assistive technology through a series of coursework, online teaching practica, and research projects that involve scholars in developing, implementing, and evaluating innovative uses of technologies in support of teaching and learning for students with disabilities. Click on the above link for more information.
Evidence-Based Interventions
for
Children Exhibiting Disruptive Behaviors
This interdisciplinary program between School Psychology and Special Education helps doctoral students in each program learn about each other's professional culture. While pursuing their focused doctoral studies, participants engage in collaborative field work, some common coursework, and a shared professional development community. Click on the above link for more information.