Scholarships & Fellowships

There are a variety of scholarships that students in the online Master of Infrastructure Planning & Management program may be eligible to apply for.

General Scholarships

American Association of University Women (AAUW) Career Development Grants 

Application Period: August 1 – November 15

Career Development Grants provide funding to women who hold a bachelor’s degree and are preparing to advance or change careers or reenter the workforce. Primary consideration is given to women of color and women pursuing their first advanced degree or credentials in nontraditional fields. 

American Association of University Women (AAUW) International Fellowship (non-U.S. citizens or permanent residents)

Application Period: August 1 – November 15

AAUW’s International Fellowship program has been in existence since 1917. The program provides support for women pursuing full-time graduate or postdoctoral study in the U.S. who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents. A limited number of awards is available for study outside of the U.S. (excluding the applicant’s home country) to women who are members of Graduate Women International. Preference is given to women who show prior commitment to the advancement of women and girls through civic, community or professional work.

Up to five International Fellowships for master’s/first professional degrees will be renewable for a second year; fellows will receive application information for this competitive program during their fellowship year. 

American Indian College Fund Full Circle Scholarship  

Application Period: February 1 – May 31

The American Indian College Fund (the College Fund) provides scholarships to American Indian and Alaska Native students attending tribal colleges and universities. A limited number of scholarships is available to undergraduate and graduate students attending accredited public and non-profit private colleges.

American Water Works Association

Application Deadline: October 1 (Extended to November 1 for 2023)

The American Water Works Association offers an annual Academic Achievement Award. This award encourages academic excellence by recognizing contributions to the field of public water supply. All master’s theses and doctoral dissertations that are relevant to the water supply industry are eligible. The manuscript must reflect the work of a single author and must be submitted during the competition year in which it was submitted for the degree. 

Boren Fellowship

Fellowship Application Deadline: January 24, 2024
Scholarship Application Deadline: January 31, 2024

Designed for those with language aptitude, willingness to study abroad, and in exchange for funding, Boren Fellows commit to working in federal government for at least one year after graduation. Boren Fellowships, an initiative of the National Security Education Program, provide unique funding opportunities for U.S. graduate students to study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests and underrepresented in study abroad, including Africa, Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East. The countries of Western Europe, Canada, Australia and New Zealand are excluded. Boren Fellows represent a vital pool of highly motivated individuals who wish to work in the federal national security arena. Boren Fellowships provide up to $25,000 for overseas study. 

Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO)

Application Period: September 5 – December 31

COMTO's National Scholarship Program supports the strategic goal of ensuring the continuing legacy of minorities in transportation. COMTO awards $100,000 annually in national academic scholarships to minority graduate and undergraduate students from across the country. Scholarship awards are represented in all academic backgrounds and in pursuit of various careers in the transportation industry.

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Public Policy Fellowship

Those interested in becoming one of our nation’s future Latino policymakers should consider the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Public Policy Fellowship. Recent college graduates can take advantage of this paid fellowship, which opens doors for talented young Latinos who are pursuing a career in public policy. The program is designed to accelerate a career in public policy so that more Latinos attain higher levels of policy leadership. The program includes nine months of working in Washington, D.C., with significant exposure to leaders in congressional offices, federal agencies, national nonprofit advocacy organizations and government-related institutes. 

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Post Graduate Fellowship

The Post Graduate Fellowship Program enhances Latino professionals’ leadership abilities and strengthens their professional skills. This nine-month paid program offers exceptional Latinos who have earned at least a master’s degree within three years of the program start date unparalleled exposure to hands-on experience in a variety of public policy areas, which may include education, housing, health, law and STEM (with a focus on energy and the environment). Participants will complete their first-half placement in a congressional office on Capitol Hill and may have the opportunity to pursue a second-half placement that best matches their policy interest. The range of placements includes congressional offices, committees, federal agencies, the White House, national non-profit advocacy organizations and government-related institutions. 

Dwight David Eisenhower Transportation Fellowship Program

The Dwight David Eisenhower Transportation Fellowship Program awards fellowships to students pursuing degrees in transportation-related disciplines. This program advances the transportation workforce by helping to attract the nation's brightest minds to the field of transportation, encouraging future transportation professionals to seek advanced degrees, and helping to retain top talent in the U.S. transportation industry.

Native Forward Scholars Fund

The Native Forward Scholars Fund has empowered students from over 500 Tribes in all 50 states by providing scholarship dollars and support services for undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees.

Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans

Application Period: April – October

Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans proudly honors the contributions of continuing generations of immigrants and refugees to the United States. The Fellowships for New Americans provide two years of funding for outstanding graduate students who are immigrants and children of immigrants. Review eligibility requirements before applying. 

Washington Sea Grant State Fellowship

The Washington Sea Grant Hershman Fellowship offers a unique educational opportunity for soon-to-graduate or recently finished graduate students engaged in studies pertaining to ocean and coastal policy issues. This one-year, paid marine policy fellowship matches highly motivated, qualified individuals with host agencies, nonprofits or tribes throughout Washington State. The Washington Sea Grant Hershman Fellowship offers students first-hand experiences in crafting marine and natural resource policies and allows them to share their academic expertise with their host offices.

Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) Strategic Partner Scholarship

Application Deadline: December 15, 2023

The WTS Foundation fosters the development of students in the transportation field by encouraging bright new professionals and students to undertake careers in the area of transportation. One way to accomplish this goal is by awarding the WTS Foundation Strategic Partner Scholarship(s) to females and those who identify as female who want to pursue studies in transportation or a related field, providing steppingstones to help plan for a bright future in an exciting, always advancing career. In 2024, four (4) $5,000 Strategic Scholarships are available to be named and presented by the sponsoring companies: HDR, HNTB, Jacobs, and WSP.

International Students

Jeff Shih Student Loan

UW international graduate and undergraduate students are eligible to apply for the Jeff Shih Student Loan. The loans are made possible through a generous gift from Jeff Shih, a Seattle and San Francisco businessman and are intended to help international students in financing their education and completing their degree objectives.

Homeless/Formerly Homeless

National Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth

The vision of the National Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth (NAEHCY) is to ensure homeless children and youth have access to the tools necessary to pursue and complete post-secondary education. 

Veterans & Their Families

National Military Family Association

Application Period: Year Round

The National Military Family Association awards scholarships to spouses of a member of the seven uniformed services with a valid military ID. Applications are accepted year-round but awards are made on a quarterly basis.

Tillman Scholars Program

Application Period: February 1

The Tillman Scholars Program provides renewable scholarships for full-time undergraduate or graduate veterans, active-duty service members, and military spouses. May be used for tuition and fees, living expenses and books or other required materials. Award amounts based on need and average $10,000 per academic year. Must maintain a 3.0 GPA.