College of Education and Human Development

Family Social Science

Departmental fellowships, scholarships, and awards

Department of Family Social Science assistantships, fellowships, scholarships, and awards are available to students enrolled in the department's Master's and PhD degree programs, as well as in the MEd program in family education and undergraduate program (where specified under award criteria).

Application information will be emailed to students early spring semester.

Annual academic awards for Master's and PhD students

College of Education and Human Development funding opportunities

CEHD maintains a list of college awards and scholarships, scholarships and awards available through private institutions, financial aid resources, and more. These listings cover specialties and fields across all CEHD departments. Students are encouraged to explore these opportunities (check eligibility) for funding and support.

Annual academic awards for parent and family education students

The University of Minnesota Provost's Professional Education Diversity Fellowship

This fellowship is intended to assist professional degree programs in promoting a diversity of views, experiences, and ideas through the recruitment and support of academically excellent students with diverse ethnic, racial, economic, and educational backgrounds and experiences. The award is intended for a committed prospective student that will apply for the Parent and Family Education program March 1 application deadline for the fall semester term. The deadline for this fellowship is typically the first week of February however interested candidates should prepare materials in advance. The Provost’s website has more information about the process and instructions to apply, or reach out to famed@umn.edu to review the nomination materials and process.

Travel support for Master's and PhD students

Annual academic scholarships for undergraduate students