Is there funding available for the Mineral and Energy Economics programs?
A limited amount of financial aid, awarded competitively, is available for new and returning students. Most of the aid is in the form of teaching assistantships (TAs). A full time TA position pays in-state tuition plus a monthly stipend of about $1200 per month for 9 months. Some faculty hire research assistants, but usually these positions go to continuing students. A full time TA will cover the majority, but not all, of out-of-state tuition. It will not cover living expenses. Most awards begin in the fall term. For consideration, you must have your application complete by March 1st (to begin in the fall) or by October 1st (to begin in the spring). Initial awards are made close to March 15th and October 15th. The Division of Economics and Business provides partial funding for nearly half the students enrolled in its programs. The awards range from $1200 to $8000 a semester. The average award in EB is $5400 a semester. CSM does not grant tuition waivers.
