Graduate Program in Public Policy
Financial Aid Opportunities
Tuition:
For academic year 2007-2008, the cost per quarter hour is $873. Most students take 10 hours per quarter (Fall, Winter, and Spring Quarters).
Financial Aid Guidelines:
After application files are complete and after applicants have been interviewed, each prospective student will be carefully considered for need-based and merit-based funds. The Institute for Public Policy Studies awards the scholarships and grants listed above, as well as Carl Perkins Loans. The first step in qualifying for financial aid is to complete the FAFSA (http://www.fafsa.ed.gov).
Scholarships and Grants:
Gov. Richard D. Lamm Scholarships -- $40,000
Gov. Richard D. Lamm Scholarships are awarded on a merit-basis to applicants who demonstrate a
passionate interest in current public policy problems and offer unique solutions. All applicants
who meet the February 15 deadline and submit a four-page, double-spaced essay on a public policy issue
of their choice are eligible for a Lamm Scholarship. Students may be awarded Lamm Scholarships of
up to $10,000. The Lamm Scholarship Fund was created by Institute for Public Policy Studies co-director
and former three-term Colorado Governor Richard D. Lamm. Bio.
Kuehl Family Scholarships -- $25,000
The Kuehl Family Scholarships were created in 2001 by Jan Nurnberger to honor the University of Denver's
role in the undergraduate public policy education of her granddaughter, Sarah Kuehl. Today, Ms. Kuehl
(BA in public policy, University of Denver; MPP, Harvard) is a senior policy analyst for the U.S.
Senate Budget Committee, specializing in Social Security, community and regional development, and
transportation. In Spring 2003, Ms. Kuehl taught a Great Issues Forum on Social Security and
entitlements with Gov. Lamm. Kuehl Scholarships generally range from $2,500 to $5,000 and no
additional application essay is required. Scholarships are awarded on a merit-basis and all
applicants who meet the February 15 deadline are considered.
Dean's Scholarships -- $45,000
Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Dean George Potts has made the Dean's Scholarships possible.
Dean's Scholarships are merit-based and generally awarded for $2,500 - $7,500. All applicants who
meet the February 15 deadline are considered.
Graduate Research Assistantship Tuition Waivers & Stipends --$30,000
The Institute for Public Policy Studies employs 2-4 MPP students to work with faculty on research
projects. Assistantship awards include tuition waivers credited directly to a student's tuition
bill and stipends in the form of a salary. Assistantship awards range from $7,500 to $15,000. All
applicants who meet the February 15 deadline and make note in their application packet (e.g., cover
letter and resume) that they wish to be interviewed for this type of award will be considered.
Graduate Work Study Awards -- $5,000
Graduate Work Study Awards are granted to students who demonstrate financial need on the FAFSA, meet
the February 15 deadline, and indicate interest in this type of aid. Awards range from $2,500 to $5,000.
Loans:
Additional financial aid is available through federal loans and you are encouraged to contact the
University's Office of Student Financial Servics
for an application.
Employment:
A variety of employment opportunities frequently arise across Denver and on the DU campus. Check out
the DU employment website more information on part-time job
availability.
