Graduate Tuition Waivers and Assistantships

International students attending full-time, on-campus at SUU and paying non-resident tuition may be eligible to apply for a tuition waiver. This is a great opportunity to help make your graduate education more affordable while studying in the U.S.

To learn more about eligibility, application requirements, and deadlines, please contact the International Student Services Office directly. Their team is ready to guide you through the process.

SUU’s Master of Accounting program offers partial tuition waivers on a limited basis to support students in advancing their education and career. These awards are granted by a selection committee based on academic performance, program needs, and available funding.

To be eligible, students must:

• Be enrolled full-time (6 or more graduate credits)
• Complete the program’s tuition waiver application

Because these waivers are limited, early application is encouraged to increase your chances of receiving funding.

SUU’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) program offers partial tuition waivers on a limited basis to help make graduate study more affordable for on-campus students. These waivers are awarded by a selection committee based on academic achievement, potential, and available program funding.

Please note that online-only MBA students are not eligible for tuition waivers at this time. Waivers are reserved for on-campus students who meet program requirements.

To qualify, applicants must:

• Be enrolled full-time (6 or more graduate credits)
• Complete the MBA tuition waiver application.

Because funds are limited, we recommend submitting your application as early as possible for full consideration.

SUU’s Master of Science in Business Analytics program offers partial tuition waivers on a limited basis to help students reduce the cost of their graduate education. These competitive awards are granted by a selection committee and are based on academic performance, potential, and available funding.

To qualify, students must:

• Be enrolled full-time (6 or more graduate credits)
• Complete the program's tuition application.

Because funding is limited, students are encouraged to apply early for the best chance of receiving an award.

SUU’s Master of Education (M.Ed.) program offers partial tuition waivers on a limited basis to help make advanced education more accessible for future educators. These awards are granted by a selection committee and are based on academic performance, program needs, and available funding.

To qualify, students must:

• Be enrolled full-time (6 or more graduate credits)
• Complete the Master of Education tuition waiver application

Since funding is limited, we encourage applicants to submit their materials early to maximize their chances of receiving a tuition waiver.

SUU’s partial tuition scholarships offer an excellent opportunity to make your graduate education more affordable. These scholarships are awarded each semester, based on available department funding and student eligibility.

In addition, some programs may offer reimbursement for graduate application fees, helping ease the upfront costs of starting your degree.

For the most up-to-date information about tuition scholarships and available funding, please contact the Communication Department directly. Their team can provide detailed guidance on eligibility, deadlines, and how to apply.

At SUU, we’re committed to helping make graduate education more affordable. Partial tuition waivers, typically ranging from $400 to $2,500, may be available each year depending on department funding. These awards are a great way to lower your tuition costs while you focus on your studies.

To be considered, students should submit their graduate application before July 15 of their admission year. The annual deadline to apply for tuition waivers is May 31.

Eligible students must:

• Be enrolled in at least 6 graduate credits
• Maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher
• Submit a brief Request for Assistance letter explaining their goals and financial need

Utah residents pursuing SUU’s Master of Sports Conditioning & Performance program may be eligible to apply for a partial tuition waiver to help reduce the cost of their graduate education. This waiver is designed to make earning your graduate degree more affordable, ensuring you can focus on advancing your knowledge and skills without the stress of high tuition costs.

Eligible students are encouraged to review the program’s specific requirements and apply for the tuition waiver here.

SUU’s Master of Professional Communication (MPC) program offers both teaching and non-teaching graduate assistantships to help students gain hands-on experience while offsetting tuition costs.

Teaching Assistantships allow students to teach undergraduate courses—typically COMM 1010: Introduction to Communication—or assist with faculty research within the program. Graduate teaching assistants generally work up to 10 hours per week and can receive up to $2,000 in tuition compensation per semester.

Non-Teaching Assistantships focus on research or special departmental projects. These positions usually require 8–10 hours per week and provide approximately $1,000 in tuition compensation.

To be considered for an assistantship, students must submit a Graduate Assistantship Application by March 15 each year.

Assistantships are an excellent opportunity to gain professional experience, develop leadership skills, and make meaningful connections while pursuing your graduate degree.

Masters of Public Administration students may apply for graduate assistantships each year. Graduate assistantships typically involve internships with the university, including positions in student involvement and leadership, admissions counseling, and international affairs. MPA graduate assistants will typically work 20 hours a week and usually receive between $4000 and $6000 compensation. MPA students who receive graduate assistantships are asked not to seek employment elsewhere during the duration of their assistantship. MPA Graduate AssistantshipApplications are due by May 31^st.

Partial tuition waivers typically varying in amount between $400 and $2500 may be available depending on department funding. Tuition waivers are generally reserved for students whose applications were received before July 15^th of their admission year and the application deadline for tuition waivers each year is May 31^st. Students must be enrolled in at least 6 credits, must maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher, and must complete a request for assistance letter.

Additional information about graduate financial aid, loans, and federal aid is available from the Financial Aid Office