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The Graduate School is here to help you navigate your journey throughout graduate school. That’s why our Graduate Funding Information Center (GFIC) supports current and prospective graduate students who seek sources of funding for independent research, collaborative projects, fellowships, program development, and other scholarly activities.

GFIC provides students assistance and instruction on the best use of our resources to help you find appropriate funding opportunities and craft strong applications for submission.

Recent funding announcements

  • P.E.O. Scholar Award

    The Philanthropic Education Organization (P.E.O.) is looking for women graduate students for the AY2025-2026 Scholar Award. The P.E.O. Scholar Awards are competitive, one-time merit-based awards of $25,000, intended to recognize and encourage academic excellence and achievement by women in doctoral … Read more

  • UCS Peace Corps Strategic Campus Recruiter Position

    University Career Services is currently accepting applications for a Peace Corps Strategic Campus Recruiter position. Position Location: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill University Career Services  Position type: Part-time (20 hours/week) Position Compensation: $25.00 per hour for 20 hours … Read more

  • James J. Gallagher Dissertation Award

    The James J. Gallagher Dissertation Award honors the late Jim Gallagher, who was director of the UNC Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute from 1970 to 1987. Dr. Gallagher devoted his lengthy career to advancing policy and practice in support … Read more

  • APPLES Internships Lead Graduate Assistant 2024-2025

    About APPLES In 1990, a group of UNC-Chapel Hill undergraduate students created the APPLES Service-Learning program, believing that service to the community could enhance their academic courses and expand the realm of learning far beyond the traditional classroom. APPLES is … Read more

See all recent announcements


Services for students

Email services

We are happy to assist our graduate students via e-mail.


Individual appointments

Students who would like to speak individually about their funding needs are welcome to schedule an appointment with a GFIC research assistant.


Identifying funding information workshops

GFIC research assistants host general workshops on searching for funding several times a semester. Departmental or in-class workshops tailored to specific disciplines are also available upon request.


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